Business Development & Research Intern

Job Title

Business Development & Research Intern

Location

McLean, VA 22102 US (Primary)

Category

Business Development

Job Type

Full-Time

Career Level

Student

Education

Some College Coursework Completed

Travel

Security Clearance Required

None

Job Description

  Prescient Edge is seeking a Business Development & Research Intern

Benefits:
At Prescient Edge, we believe that acting with integrity and serving our employees is the key to everyone's success. To that end, we provide employees with a best-in-class benefits package that includes:

• A competitive salary with performance bonus opportunities. 
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and orthodontia coverage.
• A substantial retirement plan with no vesting schedule.
• Career development opportunities, including on-the-job training, tuition reimbursement, and networking.
• A positive work environment where employees are respected, supported, and engaged.

Position Overview: 
Prescient Edge is seeking a motivated and intellectually curious Business Development & Research Analyst Intern to support our growth organization. This role is ideal for students who enjoy research, analytical problem solving, critical thinking, and persuasive writing. You will assist in identifying, evaluating, and pursuing business opportunities that align with Prescient Edge’s core capabilities and strategic objectives. 

This is a hands-on role that will give you exposure to federal contracting, opportunity pipeline development, competitive and market research, and corporate growth strategy. 

Description:

• Conduct research to identify federal, defense, and intelligence community opportunities aligned with Prescient Edge’s technical and mission capabilities. 
• Analyze solicitations, Requests for Information (RFIs), market trends, and competitor landscapes. 
• Support the development and refinement of opportunity pipelines and capture strategies. 
• Summarize findings in clear, persuasive written reports, briefs, and recommendations. 
• Assist in drafting content for white papers, capabilities statements, or proposal sections. 
• Collaborate with business development, technical SMEs, and corporate leadership to validate opportunity fit and strategic alignment. 
• Track relevant government procurement activity, priorities, and spending trends using public and subscription based tools (e.g., SAM.gov, GovWin, FPDS). 
• Support adhoc research and analysis tasks as required. 

Job Requirements

Requirements:

• Strong desire to read, learn, and absorb complex information. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an interest in persuasive writing and analytical storytelling. 
• Ability to conduct structured research, interpret data, and present insights clearly. 
• Self motivated with high intellectual curiosity and attention to detail. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint). 
• Currently pursuing a degree in business, international relations, political science, economics, national security, public policy, or a related field. 

Preferred Requirements: 

• Familiarity with federal contracting processes or government procurement cycles. 
• Experience using research or market intelligence tools. 
• Interest in national security, defense, emerging technologies, or analytics. 

What We Offer: 

• Direct exposure to federal business development processes and strategy. 
• Mentorship from experienced professionals in the national security and technology sectors. 
• Handson experience that builds competitive skills in research, analysis, and proposal development. 
• Opportunity to contribute meaningfully to real initiatives supporting Prescient Edge’s growth. 
• A collaborative, mission driven environment focused on innovation and integrity. 

Location:

• McLean, VA (HQ).

Prescient Edge is a Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) founded as a counterintelligence (CI) and Human Intelligence (HUMINT) company in 2008. We are a global operations and solutions integrator delivering full-spectrum intelligence analysis support, training, security, and RD&E support solutions to the Department of Defense and throughout the intelligence community. Prescient Edge is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by law. We strive to foster equity and inclusion throughout our organization because we believe that diversity of thought is critical for creating a safe and engaging work environment while also enabling the organization’s success.