Administrative Support Intern

Do you like learning new things? Are you interested in gaining experience with a growing government contractor?

Ripple Effect is looking for an Administrative Support Intern who applies knowledge and skills in support of projects and departments while gaining the benefit that comes from experiential learning. This role will work closely with Ripple Effect's Business Operations team to support a range of projects.

If this position sounds of interest, there’s a place for you here at Ripple Effect! We are a diverse, progressive, and engaging work environment. We offer a multitude of incentives and flexible work options that work for you and your lifestyle. 

General Information 

• Job Code: ADF-IN-00 
• Location: Ripple Effect Headquarters – Rockville, MD 
• Employee Type: Non-Exempt, Part-Time/Temporary (minimum 20 hours per week)
  (Ask our recruiters about flexible work arrangements) 
• Telework: Partial (at least 3 days in-office)
• Number of Openings: 1 
• Salary Range: $17.20 - $26.00 per hour (how we pay and promote) 

Responsibilities 

• Support administrative functions across the team and division
• Greet guests and visitors that come into the office
• Assist with restocking and maintaining supplies in common areas of the office suite
• Enter data, upload files, maintain records in web-based systems, and verify data quality
• Provide daily ad-hoc support for a variety of team projects
• Coordinate, execute, and track tasks and initiatives
• Collaborate with team members on projects, brainstorming, and team activities
• Participate in team and departmental meetings
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements

Minimum Education and Experience 

• Second-year undergraduate college student (2 years from graduation date)
• No professional experience required

Basic Requirements 

• Experience with Microsoft Office products including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized, efficient, and detail-oriented
• Demonstrated ability to provide quality customer service to others
• Ability to prioritize among multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Must be able to be in the office at least 3 days a week on a set schedule

To be successful at Ripple Effect, you must be able to pay attention to details, clearly communicate, work independently, and have an eagerness to learn. Learn more about what it takes to become a Rippler here. 

Skills That Set You Apart 

• Experience with Microsoft SharePoint, Teams, and/or Project
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Ability to maintain confidential information
• Previous in-office experience

If you don’t have all of the skills above, don’t be discouraged—no resume paints a complete picture of a person. There’s a good chance you’re more wonderful than you think, so please apply! 

About Ripple Effect 

Ripple Effect is an award-winning women-owned small business providing professional consulting and exceptional talent for federal, private, and non-profit clients. We deliver multi-disciplinary solutions across Communications & Outreach, Research & Evaluation, Program Management & Policy, Digital Transformation, and Technical & Scientific Support solutions with a focus on science, research, and healthcare domains. 

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Benefits

Ripple Effect rewards our employees for their contributions to our mission in many ways, from competitive pay and exceptional benefits to a range of work/life programs based on your employment classification and personalized preferences. 

Ripple Effect is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, political affiliation, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please let us know by contacting our HR department at [email protected] or your recruiter. Eligibility for employment will be verified using E-verify.