Federal Proposal Intern - Summer 2026

August Mack Environmental•Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

We are excited to announce the opening of our 2026 Summer Internship program. The program will run from May 18, 2026, through August 7, 2026. This position provides support to the Federal Team in managing federal programs to help secure environmental work for August Mack. The role involves assisting with tasks related to contracts, bids, submittals, and project administration. Work is completed under the guidance and supervision of the Vice President - Federal Programs.

Requirements

Effective planning skills
Strong organizational and detail orientation
Strong proofreading skills
Analytical and critical thinking ability
Time management skills
Multi-tasking ability
Ability to provide efficient and effective research support
Working towards a B.S. or B.A. in marketing, business administration, geology, engineering, chemistry, environmental science, or a science-based field
Ability to comprehend large technical work descriptions
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and maintain schedules, meet deadlines, and exhibit strong verbal/written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Understanding of construction/health and safety requirements is a plus.

Responsibilities

Conduct research and analysis of current and future environmental procurement opportunities with Federal agencies
Contribute to researching federal acquisition regulations, contract language and specifications, and government procurement databases to support opportunity pursuits
Assist in evaluating scientific and technical specifications, contractual language, and environmental reports to support development of sound technical approaches
Learn Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), small business regulations, environmental regulations and industry standards
Support in assessing and reviewing contractual language, technical requirements and performance obligations to provide input on go/no go reviews
Aid in preparing technical submittals, plans, and specifications
Assist with the review of scientific and technical information to develop a response strategy to capture opportunity
Support review and analysis of customer and vendor provided information to supplement proposal preparation and reporting tasks
Contribute to the development and execution of proposal strategy to secure work
Help prepare post award submittals to meet contractual requirements and effectively transition work from the office into the field
Assist with transition of projects from contract award to mobilization and execution
Collaborate in working with technical and construction teams to develop written plans, reports and submittals to advance contractual obligations
Work with company resources (and external resources/contractors) to make informed decisions while incorporating client s business needs, project expectations, regulatory framework, and technical feasibility
Execute specific work activities to maintain project momentum
Support the team in maintaining administrative files including but not limited to contract language and addendums, subcontractor contracts, team agreements, purchase orders, vendor files , potential vendor files, etc .