Cherokee Federal Intern

Cherokee Federal•Tulsa, OK

About The Position

Cherokee Federal interns begin with a short, comprehensive departmental rotation, gaining exposure to areas including HR, Pricing, Growth & Strategy, Finance, M&A, International, Legal, Marketing, and Operations. After the rotation, interns are assigned to a department or program aligned with their interests, skills, and degree field for a more focused and immersive experience. The internship provides opportunities to learn about government contracting and procurement, contribute to departmental projects, and develop practical skills. Interns complete a Capstone Project and present their findings to Senior Leadership at the conclusion of the program. The internship can be based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, or McLean, Virginia. The estimated starting salary is $17–$25 per hour, based on undergraduate classification, and pay is commensurate with experience. Housing reimbursement may be provided as required. Work may take place in a variety of office settings, including climate-controlled offices and/or casino floors, where interns may encounter second-hand smoke and crowd noise. Cherokee Federal is a military-friendly employer and encourages veterans and active military members transitioning to civilian status to apply. Candidates must pass Cherokee Federal’s pre-employment qualifications. Reasonable accommodations are available during the application or interview process.

Requirements

Be enrolled in a four-year university, graduate program, or doctoral program.
Have a desire to continue growth and success at Cherokee Federal.
Have strong communication skills and a passion for learning.
Be a team player with a problem-solving mindset and the ability to work independently as required.

Nice To Haves

Interest in fields related to government contracting, such as Business Development, Finance, Information Technology, Marketing, Human Resources, Legal, Accounting, and Operations.

Responsibilities

Participate in the Cherokee Federal departmental rotation and assigned department to gain a broad perspective on government contracting and procurement.
Participate in and possibly lead internship activities such as book clubs or discussion groups.
Shadow employees to gain practical knowledge of assigned department operations.
Collaborate with a supportive team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Work on departmental projects and develop valuable skills.
Shadow industry professionals to learn government contracting requirements and regulations related to the intern’s degree field.
Perform department-specific duties to advance knowledge of the government contracting business.
Complete a Capstone Project and present findings to Senior Leadership at the conclusion of the program.
Perform other duties as assigned to contribute to organizational goals.