Proposal Management Intern
About The Position
By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility. Your Mission is Ours. Join the heart of Lockheed Martin Space’s winning proposal engine. As a Proposal Management Intern, you’ll partner with seasoned proposal managers across a portfolio of cutting‑edge space missions to shape compelling, compliant proposals that win new business and advance humanity’s presence in space. In this role, you will assist in proposal development across multiple mission areas, from early concept to final submission. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (engineering, business development, finance, legal, etc.) to gather technical data, cost inputs, and schedule information. Track deliverables using internal tools, ensuring every piece of content meets deadlines and quality standards. Review and edit proposal documents for clarity, consistency, and compliance with customer requirements. Participate in compliance checks and reviews, flagging gaps and supporting corrective actions. Attend and contribute in proposal meetings, capturing action items and maintaining accurate status updates.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to proofread and edit technical documents.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
Nice To Haves
- Coursework or project experience in proposal writing, technical communication, or business development.
- Experience using collaboration platforms such as Confluence, JIRA, or similar document‑control systems.
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to synthesize complex information into concise, compelling narrative.
- Proven track record of meeting tight deadlines while maintaining high quality.
- Enthusiasm for learning the full proposal lifecycle and a proactive attitude.
Responsibilities
- Assist in proposal development across multiple mission areas, from early concept to final submission.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (engineering, business development, finance, legal, etc.) to gather technical data, cost inputs, and schedule information.
- Track deliverables using internal tools, ensuring every piece of content meets deadlines and quality standards.
- Review and edit proposal documents for clarity, consistency, and compliance with customer requirements.
- Participate in compliance checks and reviews, flagging gaps and supporting corrective actions.
- Attend and contribute in proposal meetings, capturing action items and maintaining accurate status updates.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) match
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- EAP
- Education Assistance
- Parental Leave
- Paid time off
- Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
