2026 Fall Internship - Government Programs at Ephemeris Net · Oakland

Summary: Ephemeris Net is a pre-seed space networking company on a mission to provide connectivity for all space users. The intern will support government programs and business development, working on proposals and activities that position the company for government contracts. Responsibilities: - Draft sections of government proposals and responses to RFIs, RFPs, or BAAs - Research and map the government procurement landscape for space networking and optical communications - Develop and maintain capture management materials: competitive analysis, win themes, and compliance matrices - Support preparation for government customer meetings, site visits, and technical interchange meetings - Build and organize documentation for ITAR compliance, security clearance workflows, or contract administration - Support supply chain efforts: research and source vendors, gather quotes, and help evaluate options for hardware and service procurements - Assist with vendor contract review and management: track agreements, deliverables, and key terms - Conduct pricing research and rate/volume analysis to support supplier negotiations and cost modeling Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing or recently completed an undergraduate or masters degree in business, finance, engineering, public policy, international relations, or a related field - Strong written and verbal communication skills: you can write clearly and persuasively under deadline pressure - Ability to work independently on a scoped project with mentorship and regular check-ins - Interest in working at a fast-paced startup where priorities shift and you need to adapt quickly - Ability to work on-site in El Segundo, CA; Oakland, CA; or Washington, DC for a minimum of 3 months, 3 days a week - Must be a US person (15 CFR § 772.1) Preferred Qualifications: - Prior experience in consulting, investment banking, venture capital, or aerospace and defense - Background or coursework in U.S. Air Force or U.S. Space Force operations, defense acquisition, or national security policy - Familiarity with government proposal processes (FAR/DFARS, SBIR/STTR, or similar frameworks) - Familiarity with ITAR compliance requirements or security clearance processes - Prior military service or experience working in a DoD-adjacent environment Required Skills: Government proposal processes, ITAR compliance, Security clearance processes, Defense acquisition, Business development, Capture management, Competitive analysis, Pricing research, Contract administration Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Fall Benefits: Comprehensive health care coverage