About the role#
Rise8 is looking for a SkillBridge Intern to join our Growth Team. This role is designed for military service members transitioning from federal service to the commercial sector. You will work 40 hours per week alongside our professionals to gain hands-on experience in federal procurement, client engagement, and the proposal development process. This is a remote opportunity lasting between 120 and 180 days.
What you'll do#
- Gather intelligence on federal procurement opportunities via platforms like SAM.gov and GSA MAS to identify new leads.
- Support the Growth Team in qualifying prospects and maintaining CRM data in HubSpot.
- Assist with proposal management, including document editing, content creation, and team coordination.
- Help organize customer meetings, prepare presentations, and learn how to tailor our offerings to client needs.
- Develop business development strategies, including the creation of case studies and customer success stories.
- Work with the marketing team to produce outreach materials that drive inbound leads.
What you'll need#
- Current active duty status and eligibility for the DoD SkillBridge program.
- U.S. citizenship, as this role involves work with federal government customers.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- A detail-oriented approach to managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
- An interest in business development, sales, and marketing within the context of government contracts.
- A willingness to learn and contribute to team goals.
Location & details#
- This position is fully remote.
- This is a full-time, paid apprenticeship.
- Applicants must be able to pass a background investigation.
About Rise8
Rise8 is a software development company founded in 2019. Based in Tampa, Florida, the firm maintains a fully remote workforce of 51 to 200 employees. It focuses on building custom software for critical missions within large enterprises. The company operates as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business.
How to get in at Rise8
Applying to Rise8 early is a distinct advantage because recruiters review the first wave of candidates before the applicant pool grows. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published, helping you stay ahead of the crowd. You can use this timing to ensure your materials are seen while the team is still actively sourcing. Reaching out to the right people often yields better results than submitting to a general queue. Intern Insider surfaces the specific recruiters behind Rise8 roles so you can contact them directly. A brief, professional message to a recruiter about the role or a referral can materially improve your response rates compared to a cold application.
