Summer 2026 Business Operations Intern

Responsibilities

Noblis is seeking a qualified technical intern for Summer 2026 with course work focused in business operations, or similar domain. The candidate will work with our Noblis ESI team.

Come be a part of an exceptional team of highly skilled professionals that help support key Federal Government and Department of War initiatives! You will have the opportunity to work with Software Developers, Program Managers, Cyber Engineers, and IT expert team members delivering a wide variety of capabilities to our customers. The Noblis ESI Intel team develops, plans, and delivers emerging solutions ensuring the highest quality products are produced and implemented across a wide variety of federal government customers.

The intern will

  • Support all shared service functions as directed by the President and/or Director of Business Operations.
  • Collect and input timesheet information into automated accounting system / assist with labor corrections
  • Use CostPoint for adding charge codes for ESI employees
  • Arrange for the delivery of outgoing mail/packages
  • Sort mail and disseminate it to the right recipient
  • Manage the Noblis ESI Recognition Program
  • Collaborate and Partner with other Shared Services personnel to facilitate and accomplish company directives and goals
  • Process purchasing requisitions, invoices for consultants and subcontractors, and travel and expense reports.
  • Collaborate and interact with Noblis Inc., and Noblis ESI executive-level corporate management, internal departments, and external organizations
  • Monitor front doors and answer/distribute phone calls to appropriate personnel
  • Order and stock office supplies, kitchen supplies, and equipment
  • Create and maintain Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files
  • File, archive, and retrieve documents using Windows Explorer, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft SharePoint
  • Revise documents as directed and suggest revisions to improve overall quality
  • Prepare expense reports
  • Perform basic analytical tasks
  • Utilize internet sources and resources proficiently
  • Manage and organize projects and/or events
  • Participate in special projects as required
  • Function as a HR liaison between ESI and Noblis, performing HR duties as needed
Required Qualifications:
  • U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Residency status
  • Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's level program with a GPA of 3.3 and graudation between Summer 2026 and May 2029
  • Demonstrated analytical skills, strong written and oral communication, and collaboration skills
  • An interest and skill in any of the following:
    • Corporate Business Operations (finance, accounting, human resources/organizational development, information technology, event planning/coordination, and marketing)
Desired Qualifications:
  • Interest in being submitted for a US Security Clearance
Overview:

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or intervi

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