Contracts Intern

This opportunity is located within our Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company business, a global leader of mission-critical hardware and systems solutions including precision energetics systems and innovative explosive solutions.Click here to learn more.
Job Description
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace and Defense Company is seeking talented college students to join our 2027 summer internship program. Our 12-week internship program is designed to provide real-world and hands-on experience in areas that interest you! As an intern, you will collaborate with industry experts to solve real-world challenges and change the way we do business.
Contracts Interns will gain hands-on experience supporting contract administration and compliance through:
Reviewing new customer contracts and contract modifications alongside Contracts staff
Uploading contract awards and supporting documentation into EBAD’s ERP system, IFS
Assisting with the creation and maintenance of customer orders within IFS
Reviewing contract modifications to help identify and document changes
Supporting the review of customer Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and Proprietary Information Exchange Agreements (PIEAs), including agreements requiring renewal or termination
Assisting with the closeout of completed contracts and coordinating required review activities
Organizing and maintaining contract documentation and records
Supporting Continuous Improvement initiatives, including reviewing and updating procedures for Contract Administration and Contract Compliance
As a part of our internship program, your experience will include:
Robust projects with positive business impact
Formal and informal feedback from managers
Lunch and learn sessions featuring executives from across the business
Networking and social events
Visibility to all levels of leadership
Qualified candidates will be pursuing a bachelor’s degree with Junior standing at the time of application, preferably in Business Administration, Legal Studies, or a related field. Candidates should possess strong organizational, communication, and attention-to-detail skills and be proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.