Business Development Intern at Nightwing in Sterling, VA

Summary: Nightwing Intelligence Solutions, LLC is a company that provides advanced cyber and intelligence mission support services. They are seeking a Business Development Intern to assist in capture and growth efforts across their public sector portfolio, offering hands-on experience in market research, pipeline development, and proposal preparation. Responsibilities: - Conduct market research on federal agencies, programs, and upcoming opportunities (e.g., SAM.gov, Federal Business Opportunities/beta.SAM, agency forecasts) - Identify and qualify opportunities aligned with company capabilities and contract vehicles - Support pipeline development and maintain accurate records in CRM systems - Assist with capture planning, including competitive analysis and teaming research - Help coordinate with potential partners, subcontractors, and teaming vendors - Contribute to proposal development (RFP/RFI responses, past performance, resumes, compliance matrices) - Track and analyze contract awards, industry trends, and competitor activity - Support internal reporting on pipeline status and business development metrics Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Business, Public Administration, Political Science, Economics, or related field - Strong research, writing, and analytical skills - Excellent communication and organizational abilities - Interest in government contracting, federal acquisition, or public sector work - Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) - Familiarity with government procurement tools or CRM platforms is a plus Preferred Qualifications: - Exposure to the General Services Administration (GSA) schedules or contract vehicles - Basic understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) - Experience with tools such as GovWin, SAM.gov, or FPDS - Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance (if required) Required Skills: Microsoft Office, Government procurement tools, CRM platforms, General Services Administration (GSA) schedules, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), GovWin, SAM.gov, FPDS, Research, Analytical skills, Organizational abilities Benefits: Practical experience in the government contracting business development lifecycle, Exposure to federal procurement processes and compliance requirements, Mentorship from capture managers and proposal professionals, Insight into how government contracts are pursued, won, and executed, Opportunity for future employment based on performance and business needs