Cross-Functional Intern

XLA • Washington, DC

9h • Hybrid

About The Position

XLA is seeking motivated and detail-oriented interns to participate in our Cross-Functional XLA Internship Program. This structured rotational program provides hands-on experience across five core business areas: Human Resources, Recruiting, Accounting, Contracts, and Business Development. Interns will gain exposure to the full government contracting lifecycle—from talent acquisition and onboarding to financial operations, contract management, and opportunity development—while contributing to meaningful departmental initiatives.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Responsibilities

• Assist with onboarding activities and new hire documentation
• Conduct file audits and support compliance efforts
• Help update policies and internal documentation
• Screen resumes and support candidate sourcing
• Assist with job postings and applicant tracking
• Coordinate interview scheduling and candidate communications
• Review semi-monthly timesheets for accuracy and completeness
• Support accounts payable and receivable processes
• Assist with invoice preparation and tracking
• Help with 401(k) audit documentation and payroll reconciliation
• Support budget tracking and month-end close activities
• Assist with contract reviews and compliance tracking
• Support contract modifications and documentation management
• Create and maintain milestone tracking tools (e.g., task orders)
• Gather documentation for submissions (e.g., GSA schedules)
• Conduct daily research on government contracting opportunities
• Support CRM updates, tracking, and reporting
• Perform market and competitor research
• Assist with past performance documentation and library maintenance
• Contribute to process improvement and special projects

Benefits

• Exposure to multiple business functions within one internship
• Hands-on experience with real-world projects
• Mentorship from experienced professionals
• Opportunity to be considered for future full-time roles
• Development of cross-functional business skills

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree