What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Intern - Quality position at ITA International?
Overview
At ITA International, we’re a tech-enabled professional services company. Headquartered in Newport News, Virginia, we leverage subject matter expertise, data analytics and technology to challenge boundaries and transform possibilities.
With a global presence and a passionate team of over 200 ITAers, we’re driven by mission success for our customers, “In The Arena.” Our expertise spans Operations, Training, Engineering, Nanotechnology, Statistics, Machine Learning and Software Engineering – enabling data and tech-enabled solutions that deliver real value.
Join our impactful journey at ITA International. As Theodore Roosevelt said, “The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena.” We’re here, standing beside our customers, ready to serve and succeed.
ITA is seeking a summer intern to join our Quality team at our headquarters in Newport News, Virginia.
Responsibilities
ITA is hiring a summer Quality intern to gain hands-on experience with compliance, process improvement, and data-driven decision-making.
Interns will be responsible for the following duties:
- Work on real projects that improve how a growing defense contractor operates—across data, technology, and business processes.
- Support ISO, CMMI, and CMMC certification efforts by gathering control requirements, validating with stakeholders, and maintaining documented information in accordance with organizational standards.
- Support internal audit preparation by organizing evidence, validating control implementation, and tracking corrective actions and POA&M items.
- Collaborate cross-functionally (IT, Security, Quality, Operations) to ensure alignment of processes, controls, and performance metrics.
- Analyze operational and risk data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
- Support configuration and data management practices by ensuring accuracy, version control, and integrity of key compliance artifacts.
- Help document work-flows and processes so teams can execute consistently and scale effectively.
- Support initiatives that strengthen quality, cybersecurity, and overall business performance.
- Build dashboards and lightweight tools (Power BI, Power Apps, Excel, or similar) that help leaders make faster, data-driven decisions.
- Present findings and recommendations to leadership in a clear, concise manner.
Qualifications
- Majoring in Business Information Technology (BIT), Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to communicate clearly and work across teams
- Interest in building tools, working with data, and improving how organizations operate
- Experience with Excel, Power BI, Power Apps, Python, or similar tools is a plus
Benefit and Compensation Transparency
ITA International proudly complies with all federal and state benefit and pay transparency laws. Employees of ITA can expect a robust benefit package, including:
- Medical, dental and vision plans
- Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability insurance (where applicable)
- Voluntary ancillary benefit options
- 401k retirement benefits with employer matching contributions
Application and Employment at ITA International
ITA International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), ITA International would like to ensure that your application process goes as smoothly as possible. If you would like to preview the physical requirements for this position, or if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with ITA, please contact us by phone at 757-246-6781 or email us at HR@ita-intl.com.