Business Development & Research Intern

Prescient Edge is seeking aBusiness Development & Research Intern

Benefits:
AtPrescientEdge we believe that acting with integrity and serving our employees is the key to everyones 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 isseekinga motivated and intellectually curiousBusiness Development & Research Analyst Internto support our growth organization. This role is ideal for students who enjoy research analyticalproblem solving critical thinking and persuasive writing. You willassistinidentifying evaluating and pursuing business opportunities that align with Prescient Edges core capabilities and strategicobjectives.

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 toidentifyfederal defense and intelligence community opportunities aligned with Prescient Edges 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.
• Assistin drafting content for white papers capabilities statements or proposal sections.
• Collaborate with business development technical SMEs and corporate leadership tovalidateopportunity fit and strategic alignment.
• Track relevant government procurement activity priorities and spending trends using public andsubscription basedtools (e.g. GovWin FPDS).
• Supportadhocresearch and analysis tasks asrequired.

Requirements:

• Strong desireto 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 motivatedwith high intellectual curiosity and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word PowerPoint Excel SharePoint).
• Currentlypursuing 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 Edges growth.
• A collaborativemission drivenenvironment focused on innovation and integrity.

Location:

• McLean VA (HQ).