Contracts Intern

Overview:

Draper is an independent nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge MA. The 2000 employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper visit .

Job Description Summary:

The Contracts Intern position serves as an integral member of the Contracts Department. The Contracts Intern Data Management position is responsible for collecting organizing and analyzing data from multiple sources to create accurate actionable reports. This role bridges the gap between raw data and strategic decision-making ensuring that stakeholders receive timely insights to measure performance and improve business outcomes.
This position will offer the candidate the opportunity to interface internally across various functional counterparts such as Programs Finance Legal Supply Chain Property Mission Assurance Government Compliance Security etc. and to facilitate process improvements for data integrity and compliance.
Responsibilities:
Establishes standard processes under the guidance of mentor(s) for configuration control of program management data proposal submittal data and other TBD data sets.
Gathers data from various sources (e.g. Data Warehouse CRM ERP contract-related systems Excel sheets) to create a unified view.
Validates raw data to ensure accuracy consistency and completeness before generating reports.
Analyzes data sets to identify trends inconsistencies and system data entry issues.
Reconciles variances between reports and investigates discrepancies as needed.
Maintains SharePoint lists and develops routines to automate data collection and report creation.
Distributes and/or presents data findings as needed with a goal of developing unique dashboards for controlled user access.
Responds to ad-hoc data requests from management and cross-functional teams to support immediate business needs.
Supports Contracts Operations team with preparation of internal and external audit responses contract closeouts reporting systems data management and all other tasks assigned.

Job Description:

Duties/Responsibilities
Co-op will rotate working between multiple groups within Department to ensure a base knowledge set is experienced for comprehensive professional development.
Provide assistance to a team including but not limited to clerical duties processing paperwork customer service or performing data entry.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Program Requirements
Must be enrolled in an accredited bachelors / masters degree program.
Must be a U.S. citizen

Skills/Abilities
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent work ethic with the ability to work independently or in a team environment.
Ability to adapt to ever-changing environments risks and vulnerabilities.
Strong computer skills including MS Word PowerPoint and Excel.

There is flexibility regarding hours and program duration based on applicants school schedule and availability.
This position can be partially hybrid remote however being in the office when appropriate is an important part of this experience.

Additional Job Description:

Qualifications

• Having or pursuing a bachelors degree in one of the following: Data Analytics Data Science Business Statistics Management of Information Systems or other related fields.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with effective time management.
• Demonstrated ability to work across teams to develop solutions and critically think through process-related steps and outputs.
• Excellent in problem-solving attention to detail and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze large datasets and translate them into simple actionable insights.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel (pivots formulas) Word SharePoint.
• This role is a full-time internship with expectations to be onsite a minimum of (4) days per week at our Cambridge MA facility.
• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.8 or higher.
• U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite.

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is

$20.00 - $45.00

Our salary ranges are determined by role level and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors including job-related skills experience and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreements approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Our work is very important to us but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga health and finance workshops off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you apply now is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation national origin veteran status or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation please contact .