Business Development Intern

About the role

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 GovWin 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.

Pay

The Salary Range For This Role Is AeroVironment 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

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K with company matching
• A 9/80 work schedule
• A paid holiday shutdown