Global Trade Intern

Leidos • Reston, VA

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About The Position

Leidos is a Fortune 500 science and technology leader delivering innovative solutions in national security, defense, intelligence, civil government, and health. Operating in a global marketplace, particularly within the defense and government contracting sectors, requires strict adherence to U.S. and international trade regulations. The Global Trade Organization (GTO) is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented candidate to join the team as a Global Trade Intern. The GTO team manages the complexities of global trade regulations, including export controls, sanctions, and customs requirements, to support Leidos’ global business operations. This team is also responsible for implementing and maintaining Leidos’ global trade policies, programs, applications, and tools, as well as supporting efforts as the company expands into new international markets. This internship provides the opportunity to gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced global trade professionals while contributing to compliance activities and special projects that support the company’s international business activities. The Global Trade Intern will assist with daily operations and strategic initiatives by supporting key global trade compliance activities.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated interest in international trade control laws and regulations, such as export controls, sanctions, customs, or similar regulatory environments.
• Interest in working within a defense, aerospace, or government contracting environment.
• Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Strong written communication skills and ability to present research findings clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt and respond quickly to changing circumstances.
• Ability to quickly learn and utilize new systems as needed.
• Ability to work independently with moderate supervision and as part of a team.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Innovative mindset with the ability to enhance existing processes and solutions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, such as Word, Excel, and/or PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and maintaining export and import compliance controls in accordance with ITAR, EAR, U.S. Customs regulations, sanctions programs, and other applicable trade laws.
• Assist in the preparation and organization of export license applications, regulatory submissions, and internal approval documentation.
• Assist with export control classification reviews and tracking, as well as restricted party screening documentation and recordkeeping.
• Conduct research on U.S. and international trade regulations and support responses to internal Global Trade inquiries.
• Monitor regulatory developments and assist in summarizing potential impacts on company operations and internal guidance materials.
• Provide support for compliance metrics, reporting, and process performance tracking.
• Assist with documentation and research related to internal reviews, investigations, or voluntary disclosures, as appropriate and under supervision.
• Support the organization and improvement of historical records and technical documentation.
• Contribute to the development and updating of training materials, reference guides, and awareness resources related to export controls and trade compliance.

Benefits

• Exposure to enterprise-level global trade compliance within a Fortune 500 environment.
• Insight into the impact of export controls and sanctions regulations on international business operations.
• Hands-on experience supporting export licensing, classification, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Understanding of how compliance frameworks, risk assessment processes, and training programs support effective regulatory compliance.
• Mentorship from experienced global trade and compliance professionals.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees