Business Development Intern

Nightwing • Dulles, VA

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About The Position

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets. Nightwing is seeking a Business Development Intern to support capture and growth efforts across our public sector portfolio. This role offers hands-on exposure to the full business development lifecycle in government contracting, including market research, pipeline development, capture support, and proposal preparation. Previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company and headquartered in Dulles, VA; Nightwing became independent in 2024 but continues to support the nation’s most mission impactful initiatives. For over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world’s most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions. At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients. Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.

Requirements

• 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)

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with government procurement tools or CRM platforms is a plus
• 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)

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

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

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern