Industrial Security Facilities Intern - JobID-0319

About the role

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking an Industrial Security Facilities Intern to join the Security and Facilities team. The position is based on-site at one of IDT’s locations in Arlington, VA; Fall River, MA; San Diego, CA; or Mt. Laurel, NJ. Interns will assist the Facility Security Officer and Facilities Manager teams in protecting DOD facilities, personnel, and systems per 32 CFR 117 directives, and support general facilities requests across multiple IDT locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day facilities operations, including office maintenance, supplies, equipment, and workspace readiness
• Support facility inspections and help identify maintenance, safety, and housekeeping issues
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and building management on service requests and repairs
• Maintain accurate records of facilities-related requests, inventory, work orders, and documentation
• Help organize office moves, workspace setups, events, and other facilities projects
• Provide support with health, safety, security, and emergency-preparedness procedures
• Respond to employee facilities requests and help ensure a clean, safe, and welcoming workplace
• Assist with scheduling meetings, coordinating calendars, and preparing meeting materials for both classified and unclassified operations
• Provide security support for unclassified and classified operations
• Manage receipt and dispatch for incoming and outgoing mail packages
• Maintain, track, and audit inventory materials associated with contracts and information systems
• Prepare and manage security training and briefings for all employees
• Coordinate new employee clearance process
• Support the FSO with various compliance assessments
• Manage incoming visitor procedures related to company meetings and software demonstrations
• Revise and validate processes and procedures
• Learn and operate the inventory management system

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate degree program with a major in Business Management, Engineering, Criminal Justice, International Studies, or a related field. Current college juniors/rising seniors preferred. Must be able to obtain and maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. This is a fully on-site position located in Arlington, VA; Fall River, MA; San Diego, CA; or Mt. Laurel, NJ.

Skills

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Detail oriented
• Initiative, creativity, reliability, teamwork, and collaboration
• Solid analytical abilities, coupled with a strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive

Pay

$28.00 – $34.00 per hour

Schedule

10–12‑week summer internship; up to 40 hours per week.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Individual mentoring
• Valuable training
• Supportive culture
• Social events and team‑building activities