About the role
Role Overview
The Business & Finance Intern (Federal Tenders) will support government contract strategy and proposal development initiatives. This role focuses on assisting with U.S. federal RFP/RFI responses, financial and cost analysis, and compliance research for technology-driven government contracts.
The intern will work closely with technical, product, and leadership teams to translate complex AI-driven and cloud-native solutions into compliant, compelling business proposals aligned with federal procurement standards.
Internship Details
Duration: 3 months, with potential extension based on performance
Work Mode: Remote
Stipend: Unpaid initially; performance-based evaluation in the first quarter may lead to a paid internship extension or full-time opportunity
Key Responsibilities
Support drafting, editing, and finalizing RFP/RFI submissions
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Assist in preparing technical and management proposal content highlighting:
AI-driven platforms
Custom SaaS tools (MES, WMS, OMS)
Microservices-based architecture
Help develop financial models, pricing schedules, and cost-benefit analyses for federal contracts
Conduct compliance research on federal procurement regulations and technology mandates
Assist with documentation related to FISMA and relevant NIST frameworks
Track proposal timelines, milestones, and submission requirements
Coordinate with engineering, product, and program teams for feasibility and SOW alignment
Maintain proposal documentation and compliance checklists
Platform & Compliance Exposure
Interns will gain exposure to:
Translating cloud-native architectures into compliant business language
Understanding federal security expectations and compliance posture
Supporting documentation of security controls and operational processes
Assisting with proposal narratives around AI value propositions
Required Skills & Qualifications
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Public Policy, Management, or related field
Strong written communication and documentation skills
Analytical mindset with attention to detail
Ability to understand structured requirements and compliance-driven documentation
Strong organizational and coordination skills
Preferred / Technical Exposure
Interest in U.S. federal procurement or government contracting
Familiarity with RFPs, RFIs, or proposal writing (academic or practical)
Basic understanding of SaaS, cloud platforms, or enterprise technology
Exposure to financial modeling or cost analysis
Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets
What You Will Gain
Hands-on experience with U.S. federal tenders
Exposure to government compliance frameworks (FISMA, NIST concepts)
Practical experience preparing financial and pricing models for technology contracts
Experience collaborating with technical and leadership teams
Understanding of how AI and cloud platforms are positioned in government proposals
Certificate of Internship Completion upon successful completion
Opportunity for paid or full-time conversion based on performance
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