Contracts & Supply Chain Summer Internship
Are you eager to learn, grow, and apply your skills to real-world challenges? STR’s internship program offers hands-on experience, mentorship from experienced professionals, and an opportunity to explore a future career at STR. Many of our interns return as full-time employees after graduation.
STR’s Contracts and Supply Chain team is seeking an intern interested in gaining practical experience in Contracts and Supply Chain while contributing to our mission of making the world a safer place. In this role, you will support STR’s advanced technology development programs by identifying procurement solutions that meet program and customer needs. You will help develop business solutions that enable STR to fulfill its contractual commitments, collaborate with internal stakeholders, and build strong, trusted relationships with suppliers. Along the way, you’ll gain an understanding of how effective procurement, collaboration, and teamwork contribute to organizational success.
In this role, you will:
- Work with different types of contract vehicles and suppliers’ agreements.
- Gain exposure to different STR technology areas and mission/system applications.
- Support supplier source selection, subcontract/purchase order placement, cost/price analysis, record keeping, negotiations, documentation preparation, subcontract/purchase order maintenance, and supplier management.
- Assist in the preparation of Requests for Proposal/Quotes, analysis and evaluation of proposals, negotiation of subcontract provisions, and ‘cradle to grave’ subcontract/purchase order administration.
- Gain an understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARS) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARS).
- Gain insight into execution risk management.
- Collaborate with Program Management, Finance, Engineering, Operations, senior management, and customer counterparts to support program and business objectives.
- Identify and drive process improvements within the function to enhance efficiency, compliance, and business outcomes.
- Learn to utilize business systems and tools including purchasing and ERP systems
- Learn to use AI‑enabled tools and a strong willingness to learn and apply AI to drive efficiency and improve quality and effectiveness in Contracts and Supply Chain processes.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business, Liberal Arts, Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance or a related field, or possess comparable military experience.
- Must be a U.S. citizen due to the nature of STR’s work and applicable U.S. export regulations.
- Eagerness to learn, ask questions, take initiative, and contribute to organizational success.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build respectful, collaborative relationships with colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.
Desired Skills
- Excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to organize tasks and prioritize assignments.
- Effective time management skills and punctuality.
- Critical thinking, problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize under pressure.
- Ability to work independently.
Perks:
- Competitive pay
- Free housing for interns at our Massachusetts site, or bonuses at other sites
- Flexible working hours
- Fun summer activities both in and outside the office
Pay Information
Hourly Range: $25.20-$54.00/hour
The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions.
STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, Carlsbad, CA, Atlanta, GA, and Denver, CO. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.
STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.
STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at www.str.us for more info.
STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at [email protected] and provide your contact info.
Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Business, Liberal Arts, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field, or possess comparable military experience.
- Must be a U.S. citizen due to applicable U.S. export regulations.
- Eagerness to learn, ask questions, take initiative, and contribute to organizational success.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build respectful, collaborative relationships with colleagues, customers, and stakeholders.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to organize tasks and prioritize assignments.
- Effective time management skills and punctuality.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize under pressure.
What the Team is Saying
STR Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is considered a standout, with a 401(k) featuring a 4% company match plus an additional 6% profit sharing. These employer contributions materially enhance long-term savings before employees’ own deferrals.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage appears broad, including medical and dental plans with STR-paid vision insurance, HSA/HRA contributions, and an EAP covering mental, financial, and legal support. Pharmacy cost-sharing assistance and wellness programs further reinforce overall coverage.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and family support is evident through paid parental leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents. Some listings also describe family-oriented provisions such as fertility benefits and flexible arrangements depending on role.
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What We Do
STR makes the world a safer place by developing technology and applying it to solve emerging national security challenges.
Why Work With Us
We believe in a people-first culture. Yes, we are scientists, engineers, and researchers, but first, we are people. Our environment is designed to foster innovation by encouraging our employees to work collaboratively on things they are passionate about. We also really like to have fun. We believe that working hard and playing hard go hand in hand.
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