Business Development Intern

Summer Intern

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Summer Intern to join our Growth Department. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of national security and cutting-edge technology. You will support the capture and business development teams in navigating the complex landscape of Space Systems, Cyber Operations, and Directed Energy programs.

The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who can leverage data within our Salesforce CRM to help identify market trends, track contract opportunities, and streamline our business development pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

• CRM Management:
  Support the Growth team by maintaining and auditing data within Salesforce. This includes tracking active pursuits, updating account records, and generating reports on pipeline health.
• Market Intelligence:
  Conduct research on upcoming Department of Defense (DoD) requirements, focusing on advancements in Directed Energy (DE) weapon systems, satellite resilience, and defensive cyber capabilities.
• Capture Support:
  Assist in the preparation of "Gate Reviews" and proposal development by gathering competitive intelligence and analyzing historical contract award data.
• Strategic Communications:
  Help draft briefings and marketing materials for key industry events and customer engagements.
• Process Improvement:
  Identify opportunities to automate or improve internal growth workflows to increase the efficiency of our business development lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Education:
  
  Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Political Science, Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in Salesforce or similar CRM platforms is highly preferred. Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint are required.
• Interest Areas: A demonstrated interest in the aerospace and defense industry, specifically regarding emerging technologies like High-Energy Lasers (HEL), orbital mechanics, or network security.
• Analytical Mindset:
  Ability to synthesize complex data from sources like SAM.gov and Gov Win into actionable insights.
• Communication:
  Strong written and verbal communication skills; comfortable presenting findings to senior leadership.
• Security:
  Must be a U.S. Citizen, as this position may require the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Clearance Level: No Clearance

The salary range for this role is:

Aero Vironment considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the location, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills.

Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.