The Role
Supports business development and proposal operations through administrative recordkeeping, document formatting and editing, correspondence routing, data collection, reporting, and meeting documentation. The intern gains experience in business writing, communications, and defense contracting while working remotely with a geographically dispersed team.
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Business Writing Intern – Remote
Cambridge International Systems, Inc.
Join a dynamic global team united by shared values: commitment, integrity, and perseverance. At Cambridge, you’ll work alongside top talent worldwide, tackling some of today’s most complex and critical challenges in defense and security.
We are currently seeking a Business Writing Intern to support operations remotely.
The Cambridge Internship Program provides the intern an opportunity to learn from and network with industry professionals, gain real-world experience tackling challenges, and driving meaningful outcomes. Cambridge may benefit by developing future leaders in areas difficult to fill, closing skill gaps in the current workforce, and/or providing opportunities for existing employees to mentor/lead others.
Cambridge internship programs are a blend of learning and development opportunities, mentorship, networking, and professional growth.
The hourly pay range for this position is $17.75 to $20.00 per hour. Pay within this range will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
What You’ll Do
As a Business Writing Intern, you will gain hands-on experience in business development and proposals within the defense contracting sector and communications writing practices; mentorship from industry professionals and exposure to real-world projects.
Successful candidates will be motivated self-starters able to work with minimal direction as part of a technically diverse, geographically dispersed team. This role falls under Administration Clerk within our compensation framework. This position reports to Director, Proposals. You will:
- Compile and keep records of business transactions and office activities of establishment, and performs a variety of other administrative duties, utilizing knowledge of systems or procedures.
- Produce information by transcribing, formatting, inputting, editing, retrieving, copying, and transmitting text, data, and graphics.
- Type agendas for meetings, manuscripts, letters, and other documents.
- Read and routes correspondence and initiates telecommunications.
- Collect information; copies, tabulates, and posts data; and prepares records and reports.
Required Qualifications:
Must be proficient in using different technologies such as computers and other tools and systems pertinent to the position.
- Education & Experience:
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in English, Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, or a relevant field.
- Periods of prolonged sitting and/or standing, including desk-based computer work.
- Occasional extended work hours, including evenings or weekends, as needed.
- Communication with team members, customers, and stakeholders through verbal and written methods.
- Ability to manage competing priorities, work under deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
- Interaction with others in dynamic environments, including situations requiring problem-solving and conflict resolution.
Background & Security
- Employment is contingent upon successful background investigation
- Alcohol and Drug screening may be required for federal contract compliance
We believe in investing in our team—both professionally and personally:
- Medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and critical illness insurance
- 401(k) immediate vesting and match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Generous tuition & training support
- Relocation assistance
- Sign-on and performance-based bonuses
- Employee referral program
- Access to Tickets at Work, EAP, wellness initiatives, and more
- Referral bonuses
- Performance-based bonuses
- Community involvement & outreach
- Wellness program
- Employee referral program
- Access to Tickets at Work, EAP, wellness initiatives, and more
If you're driven by mission, technology, and teamwork—we want to hear from you. Cambridge is growing, and this position is just one of many opportunities on our global team. Know someone perfect for the role? Referrals are welcome—both employees and non-employees may qualify for a bonus.
Apply today and help shape the future of secure cloud computing for national security.
About Cambridge International Systems
At Cambridge, we believe innovation and agility thrive when people work together. Our culture is built on teamwork, collaboration, and a commitment to listening, learning, and bringing out the best ideas in every employee. We empower our people to take on challenges, persevere to get the job done, and lead with integrity in everything we do.
Our commitment to our employees and workplace culture has been recognized through the DAV Patriot Small Employer of the Year Award in 2026 and the Cigna Healthy Workforce Gold Designation in 2025. These recognitions reflect our ongoing commitment to creating a workplace where employees are valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work. At Cambridge, we are proud to foster an environment where people can grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact. Learn more at www.cbridgeinc.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to any protected status under applicable law or other similar factors that are not job-related. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. Selected applicants may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.
We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with federal, state, and local law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact our Recruiting Team at [email protected].
Skills Required
- Proficiency using computers and other tools and systems relevant to the position
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in English, Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, or a relevant field
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The Company
What We Do
At Cambridge International Systems, Inc. we design and deliver innovative and adaptive solutions to address capacity-building needs and enable success. For more than 25 years, Cambridge has been fighting bad actors in both the cyber and physical worlds. We have worked in some of the most challenging domains imaginable including critical infrastructure, illicit trafficking, border security, flight mission assurance, banking and threat finance, and medical and health security. We use holistic discovery and rigorous systemic solutioning to deliver intelligent, strategically crafted aviation, operations, security, and technology solutions globally.
