Business Development Intern

Looking for more than a typical internship? At MSI Defense Solutions, you'll gain hands‑on experience inside a fast‑moving defense company supporting real‑world mission requirements. As a Business Development Intern, you'll work directly with BD leadership to help identify, track, and support new opportunities within the government contracting space. This is an opportunity to learn how business gets done in the defense industry—from market research and opportunity tracking to proposal coordination and strategic growth initiatives. In a lean, high‑accountability environment, you won't be stuck doing busy work—you'll contribute to meaningful projects and gain exposure to how innovative defense solutions move from concept to contract. If you're organized, curious, adaptable, and excited to work in a fast‑paced environment where initiative matters, we'd like to hear from you. Position Overview The Business Development Intern will support day‑to‑day business development activities in a small, fast‑paced defense contracting environment. This role offers hands‑on exposure to how new business is identified, tracked, and pursued within the government contracting space. As part of a lean team, the intern will assist with a variety of tasks including market research, opportunity tracking, proposal support, and general administrative coordination. Responsibilities may evolve based on business needs and the intern's interests and strengths. Position will report to the Vice President and General Manager of Air Defense. The position requires part‑time work spent in the shop/office. Normal hours are Monday through Thursday 7:00 am–4:30 pm and Friday 7:00 am –12:00 pm. Key Responsibilities Research potential customers, programs, and competitors within the defense industry Monitor government contracting websites (e.g., SAM.gov) for relevant opportunities Assist with tracking and updating business opportunities in internal systems or spreadsheets Assist with opportunity analysis of programs of interest, including formulation of Price to Win Assist with analysis of the competitive landscape Support proposal efforts with research, document formatting, and coordination of inputs Help prepare basic reports, summaries, and presentations for internal use Assist with organizing materials for customer meetings or internal reviews Conduct data entry and maintain accurate business development records Collaborate with team members across engineering, operations, and leadership as needed Provide general administrative support to the business development function Skills and Qualifications Currently pursuing (or recently completed) a degree in Business, Communications, or a related field Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Willingness to learn and contribute in a hands‑on environment Good written and verbal communication skills Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word) Ability to manage multiple tasks and follow through on assignments Preferred Qualifications Interest in the defense industry or government contracting Exposure to research, data entry, or administrative support roles Familiarity with Excel spreadsheets or tracking tools What You'll Gain Hands‑on experience in business development within a small defense contractor Direct visibility into how a small team operates and wins work Opportunity to contribute to real projects with immediate impact Development of organizational, research, and communication skills Mentorship and day‑to‑day interaction with experienced professionals Broad exposure to multiple areas of the business beyond business development Potential for increased responsibility over time based on performance Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization's facilities Classification Position is part‑time, non‑exempt MSI Defense Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment. #J-18808-Ljbffr MSI Defense Solutions, LLC