Summer Contracts Administrator Intern

Job Summary 

Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems is seeking a Summer Contracts Administrator Intern to support the Contracts team on programs serving the U.S. Navy and other customers. The intern will assist with proposals, contract records and reporting, correspondence, and research while gaining hands-on exposure to contract administration and collaborating with cross-functional teams. 

What You Will Do 

• Support the Contracts team with administrative and project work, taking on additional responsibilities as performance and business needs allow. 
• Track contract data, key dates, milestones, deliverables, and customer requirements using databases, spreadsheets, and contract-management tools. 
• Prepare contract summaries, correspondence, reports, presentations, and trackers under supervision. 
• Organize and maintain contract files, modifications, correspondence, and deliverable records for naval power programs. 
• Research and summarize contract terms, customer requirements, company procedures, and information related to assigned projects. 
• Assist with proposal and post-award activities by gathering inputs, maintaining records, and coordinating with internal stakeholders.
• Respond to routine internal requests for contract information or direct inquiries to the appropriate Contracts team member. 
• Participate in cross-functional meetings and help document notes and track action items as directed. 
• Support special projects involving contract compliance, records management, process improvement, data validation, or closeout. 
• Handle proprietary, export-controlled, and other sensitive information in accordance with company policies and procedures. 
• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization. 

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and current enrollment as a sophomore or above in a bachelor’s degree program in Business, Management, Finance, Supply Chain, Legal Studies, or a related field. 
• Interest in contracts, government contracting, business operations, procurement, project management, or related disciplines. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, professional correspondence and summaries. 
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. 
• Ability to research, analyze, organize, and accurately summarize information. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and other standard office software.