West Virginia-based CMI2 supports Army innovation program advancing Soldier innovation, readiness, and lethality WASHINGTON, D.C. — A program led by the Civil Military Innovation Institute (CMI2) was highlighted during the United States Senate Committee on Appropriations Defense Subcommittee hearing on the Fiscal Year 2027 defense budget held May 19, 2026. U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito […]
April 24, 2026 On April 22, 2026, the Civil-Military Innovation Institute (CMI2) took part in Clay County’s third annual Make Clay County Shine Highway Clean Up Days event. The Make It Shine brings people across the county together to clean up, including the Clay Board of Education, Clay Health Department, Clay Family Support Center, Rail […]
The Civil-Military Innovation Institute, Inc. (CMI2) is seeking a Warfighter Innovation Chief – Ft. Polk to support the US Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Army Research Laboratory Catalyst Pathfinder program. This position is a full-time position which reports directly to the CMI2 Pathfinder Deputy Program Manager. CMI2 is a 501(c)(3) non-profit entity that supports the […]
The Civil-Military Innovation Institute, Inc. (CMI2) is seeking an Innovation Engineer/DIRT Lab Manager – Fort Knox, KY, to support the US Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Army Research Laboratory Catalyst Pathfinder program. This position is a full-time position which reports directly to the CMI2 Deputy Pathfinder Program Manager for Design, Research, Innovation and Technology (DIRT) […]
The Civil-Military Innovation Institute, Inc. (CMI2) is seeking an Innovation Engineer/DIRT Lab Manager – Fort Polk, LA, to support the US Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Army Research Laboratory Catalyst Pathfinder program. This position is a full-time position which reports directly to the CMI2 Deputy Pathfinder Program Manager for Design, Research, Innovation and Technology (DIRT) […]
March 23, 2026 The CMI2 Ignite 2026 Internship focuses on meaningful work and addresses challenges beyond the classroom. From day one, you take action: onboarding, safety training, and learning about CMI2’s mission demonstrate how innovation delivers real-world impact and supports national security. Then you begin creating. Good news, we’ve extended the application deadline to 11:59 […]
March 17, 2026 Applications Open for CMI2’s 2026 Summer Internship The Civil-Military Innovation Institute (CMI2) is proud to announce that applications are now open for the 2026 Ignite Summer Internship Program, our hands-on, mission-driven opportunity designed to empower the next generation of innovators in Clay County, West Virginia. Each summer, the Ignite program brings together […]
February 20, 2026 CMI2 has officially launched the inaugural ILLUME Rope Rescue & Wilderness First Aid Course with our partners at Braxton County High School. This first-of-its-kind collaboration marks a significant step for local students and enhances hands-on STEM education in West Virginia. The immersive course instruction will take place on Fridays over the […]
The Rapid Operational Innovation Detachment (ROID) Driving Innovation in Realistic Training (DIRT) Days series integrates Soldiers into structured experimentation sprints aligned with U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) operational priorities. Hosted by the Civil-Military Innovation Institute (CMI2) in partnership with the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) and USCENTCOM, the series provides a framework to evaluate […]
February 9, 2026 Walter “Wally” Hatfield on Service, Innovation, and Community Impact CMI2’s Vice President of Training and Experimentation, Walter “Wally” Hatfield, was recently featured on the At the Leadership Table podcast with Retired Major General Jim Hoyer. The conversation offered a thoughtful look at leadership, service, and the responsibility we share to strengthen both […]