About the role#
As a Business Intern, you will support the Business Office and the COSMOS team in Houston. This role provides direct exposure to HR, finance, and contract management within a federal contracting environment. You will gain hands-on experience while contributing to the daily operations of the ASCEND business office and NASA contract tasks.
What you'll do#
- Manage daily administrative tasks such as document organization, filing, data entry, and tracking spreadsheets.
- Support HR and onboarding for COSMOS team members, including record maintenance and employee communication.
- Coordinate logistics, maintain calendars, and prepare materials for meetings.
- Ensure personnel and business records remain accurate and confidential in line with ASCEND and NASA requirements.
- Assist with financial documentation, including budget tracking, invoice processing, and purchase order support.
- Contribute to workflow standardization and process-improvement projects.
- Provide customer service to employees, partners, and subcontractors.
- Prepare presentations, reports, and operational summaries.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a degree in Business, Management, Human Resources, Finance, or a related field.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, specifically Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Clear communication and interpersonal skills.
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a mission-driven environment.
- An interest in aerospace, government contracting, or public-sector business operations is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site internship located in Houston, Texas.
- The position operates on a rolling term basis.
- Compensation starts at $24.52 per hour, with final pay commensurate with experience and qualifications.
About Amentum
Amentum provides engineering and technology solutions to government agencies and allies. The company focuses on security, science, and sustainability projects. It maintains operations in more than 70 countries across 7 continents. The organization employs approximately 38,074 people and is based in Chantilly, Virginia.
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