Business Operations Intern

The Business Operations intern will be under the direction of the VP - Contracts.

Job Description

• Assist with contract administration activities throughout the contract lifecycle, from proposal through closeout
• Support proposal preparation efforts, including compliance reviews, document organization, and submission support
• Maintain and organize contract files in accordance with company and government requirements
• Track contract actions such as modifications, funding changes, period of performance, and deliverables
• Assist with subcontract documentation and coordination, as directed
• Conduct basic research related to FAR, DFARS, and agency-specific contractual requirements
• Support internal contract reporting and data entry in contract management systems
• Assist with audits, reviews, and internal compliance checks when required
• Participate in team meetings as assigned
• Assist in other duties and special projects as assigned.

Required Skills

• Must demonstrate the highest degree of professionalism while interacting with diverse groups of internal and external partners.
• Strong technical skills in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook and Teams).
• Strong presentation and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy when working with contracts and compliance documentation
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information responsibly
• Willingness to learn federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and internal contracting procedures
• US Citizenship with the ability to obtain a clearance. (if required in the future)

Required Experience

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program with expected graduation in 2026
• Coursework in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, or a related field

Desired Qualifications

• Interest in government or Department of Defense (DoD) contracting
• Basic familiarity with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and/or DFARS through coursework or self-study
• Prior internship, part-time work, or academic projects related to contracts, procurement, finance, compliance, or operations
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify inconsistencies or missing information in documentation
• Comfort working in a highly regulated, compliance-driven environment
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
• Ability to communicate professionally with internal stakeholders
• Willingness and ability to learn contract lifecycle processes from proposal through closeout
• Interest in pursuing a career in federal contracting, contracts administration, or acquisition
• Experience working with deadlines, structured requirements, or compliance-driven assignments

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled