About the role#
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is hiring a Contracts Intern for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Simsbury, Connecticut. You will work alongside the Contracts team to support contract administration and compliance tasks.
What you'll do#
- Review new customer contracts and contract modifications with the team.
- Upload contract awards and supporting documents into the IFS ERP system.
- Create and maintain customer orders within IFS.
- Identify and document changes within contract modifications.
- Assist with the review of Non-Disclosure Agreements and Proprietary Information Exchange Agreements.
- Help close out completed contracts and coordinate necessary review activities.
- Organize and maintain contract records.
- Support Continuous Improvement initiatives by updating procedures for Contract Administration and Compliance.
What you'll need#
- You must be a student with Junior standing in a bachelor’s degree program at the time of application.
- Preference is given to students studying Business Administration, Legal Studies, or related fields.
- Strong organizational, communication, and attention-to-detail skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Location & details#
- Location: Simsbury, CT
- Term: Summer 2027
- Modality: On-site
- Employment type: Full-time
- Compensation: Paid internship
About Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD)
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace and Defense Company operates in the defense and space manufacturing sector. Founded in 1836, the company maintains its headquarters in Simsbury, Connecticut, with additional facilities in Kentucky and California. It produces mission-critical hardware, including precision energetics and explosive systems for satellites, missiles, and aircraft. The firm employs between 501 and 1,000 people.
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