Contracts Intern 2026 New Hampshire

BAE Systems • Nashua, NH

89d • $43,847 - $59,143

About The Position

The Contracts Summer Internship Program is a 10-week program that offers participants a unique and exciting opportunity to gain real-world experience within a global defense & commercial contractor. Interns will experience challenging work assignments as well as comprehensive training and mentoring opportunities. Each intern will have the ability to interact with senior/executive level leadership through networking events, one-on-one meetings, and the end of term group project. At the end of the summer, interns will be given the opportunity to interview for BAE Systems’ Contracts Leadership Development Program in a full-time permanent role, or other entry level positions. In this position, you will participate in BAE Systems’ nationwide LEAP Internship & Co-op Program, where you will Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company. The LEAP Program will provide you with the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals on impactful projects, engage in career development opportunities, and network with our business leaders and the other students in the program. Contracts Interns will participate in a six-week group project consisting of: Presentation training, Training on the various systems used within the contracts organization, Simulated proposal process, Simulated customer negotiations, Final presentation on the project to senior management.

Requirements

• College Junior with a Business or Liberal Arts major or similar (Graduating in Dec. 2026 thru May 2027).
• Ability to work for at least ten consecutive weeks during the summer.
• Strong work ethic and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support senior contracts administrators in proposal preparation, contract negotiations, fact finding, contract analysis and administration, and/or Government audit activities.
• Assist with the execution of contracts and work with contract customers, including the U.S. Government, Commercial and/or International Customers, and Prime U.S. Government Contractors.
• Conduct contract closeouts by collaborating with other program functions to ensure the closeout process is complete.
• Review contract modifications and administer contract change notices and special sales orders in Oracle.
• Communicate with customers via email and/or formal letters.
• Schedule and report deliveries.
• Assist in preparing Proprietary Information Agreements (PIA).
• Compile and maintain contractual records and documents in accordance with contract requirements and company policies.
• Prepare weekly, monthly, or quarterly reports as required by the Business Area.

Benefits

• Eligible to participate in the 401(k) savings plan.
• Medical benefits for temporary employees working 20+ hours per week.
• Employee assistance program.
• Business travel accident insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees