303000-015:Summer Intern, Procurement-Contract Compliance

District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority • Washington, WA

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties, locations, and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this job. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties in this description, and incumbent(s) may be required to perform work-related tasks other than those specifically listed in this description. This job description is not a “contract” between the employee and the Authority. The job duties and essential functions may be changed at the discretion of the General Manager. The Summer Intern, Procurement-Contract Compliance will assist the team in various aspects of contract compliance, including community and contractor engagement, database management, and invoice review. This role offers the intern a hands-on opportunity to support contractor engagement initiatives, contribute to invoice review processes, and work with databases to ensure compliance with regulations. The intern will gain exposure to procurement and contract compliance activities while interacting with contractors and supporting outreach efforts.

Requirements

• Familiarity with basic database management and report generation.
• Exposure to administrative tasks and reviewing documents in an academic or internship setting.
• Must be currently enrolled fulltime in an undergraduate or graduate program
• Must have at least 30 credit hours complete
• Must have a minimum 3.0 grade point average
• High energy and strong work ethic to manage various tasks and responsibilities.
• Good aptitude and eagerness to learn about procurement and compliance processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) to manage data and create reports.
• Strong attention to detail when reviewing invoices and supporting documentation.
• English

Nice To Haves

• Strong willingness to learn and a positive, adaptable attitude.
• Previous exposure to procurement or contract compliance-related work, internships, or coursework.
• Understanding of procurement processes and contractor engagement strategies.
• Experience with invoice review or compliance-related tasks.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with contractors and internal teams.
• Business
• Political Science

Responsibilities

• Navigate an external database by entering data and generating reports related to procurement and contract compliance.
• Review invoices and supporting documentation to ensure they are accurate and comply with regulations and contractual terms.
• Support contractor engagement initiatives, including outreach efforts, conferences, and events aimed at promoting collaboration between prime contractors and small businesses.
• Assist in ensuring that all procurement activities and contractor agreements align with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Performance of assignments under the direct supervision of a department lead
• Performance of other work-related duties as needed

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees