2026 Business Development Intern

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Engage with the federal government contracting environment through hands-on experience in business development, supporting bids and proposals for Department of Defense contracts.

About SupplyCore:

SupplyCore is a Certified Small Business federal contractor to the Department of Defense (DoD) and General Services Administration (GSA). We prioritize supporting our Military, allies, and Government customers worldwide. In partnership with our expansive supply chain, we provide products and services that enable our customers to complete their mission and sustain readiness anywhere.

To learn more visit here; One Company. One Mission. - SupplyCore Inc.

Job Summary:

The Business Development Intern position is a structured summer internship designed to provide hands-on exposure to the federal government contracting environment, with a focus on bids, proposals, and the business development lifecycle. The intern will support the Business Development team in a variety of tasks, gaining insight into the processes and requirements of Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal contracts. This role is ideal for students seeking to understand the career path in business development within a government contracting context.

Degree, Major, Field of Study, Course Requirements (if applicable):

  • Applicants must:
    • Be enrolled in a full time Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program, or
    • Have a declared field of study and enrolled full-time in an Associate’s degree program, or equivalency to full-time enrollment when attending a trade school or certification program; or
    • Have recently graduated with a degree or certification from these programs within the last six months.
  • Applicants should be seeking a degree or certification in business or a related field.

Requirements

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Support proposal development activities, including preparing responses to Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Proposal (RFPs), and Requests for Quote (RFQs) under the guidance of the Business Development team.
  • Conduct research on new business opportunities, market trends, and potential partners or competitors.
  • Assist with compliance checks to ensure proposal submissions meet solicitation requirements and internal standards.
  • Participate in the creation, proofreading, and editing of proposal documents.
  • Coordinate with other internal teams to gather information and build relationships.
  • Perform administrative duties such as organizing files, scheduling meetings, and maintaining proposal documentation.
  • Participate in group projects, such as RFIs and whitepapers, to gain broader exposure to the company’s business segments.
  • Attend and contribute to regular team meetings and cross-functional discussions.
  • Strong creative, strategic, and inter-personal skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to engage in and exchange communication with others in all situations.
  • Demonstrated ability to follow through on details.
  • Proficient organizational skills.
  • Proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Demonstrated creative talent.
  • Ability to create and deliver professional presentations.
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects at once.
  • PC proficiency with Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Benefits

  • Paid Internship
  • Work/Life Balance
  • Casual Work Environment
  • Summer Social & Community Events
  • Company Provided PC and Office Supplies
  • Free Onsite Parking

Pay: $18

Workplace: On-site

SupplyCore is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

Perks & Benefits Extracted with AI

  • Free Onsite Parking: Free Onsite Parking

As a proven supply chain integrator with more than 30 years of experience managing complex contracts in support of the DoD, DLA, and the military services, SupplyCore has optimized our approach to establishing and managing fast, reliable, and cost-effective supply chains in order to provide key support to U.S. and foreign agencies domestically and abroad, including at-risk environments.

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