2026 Summer Intern (Contracts)

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

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The selected candidate will work with collaborative teams on various contract projects associate with our core mission. In addition to receiving a competitive wage, the Contracts Intern will enhance their skill set by working among a talented and technically accomplished group of colleagues while enjoying a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.

What you'll experience:

Technologies that are top-notch
• A team of bold thinkers committed to exploring what's next
• Opportunities to gain new knowledge

What sets you apart:

• Creative, innovative responsibilities requiring advanced decision-making skills
• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success, meeting and exceeding personal and team commitments
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

***This is an onsite/in-person internship based in St. Petersburg, FL during the dates of May 18th to August 6th, 2026***

Essential Functions:

• Will undertake, initially, a range of administrative and support tasks for the Large Caliber Ammunition Contracts department
• Work on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors
• Exercise judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Build productive internal/external working relationships
• Shadow contracts staff through the full lifecycle: proposal award modification closeout

• Must be comfortable working autonomously and multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment with changing deadlines

• Update and organize contract files to align with audit readiness standards

• Observes results, collects data, and compiles summaries and reports

• Gain hands-on experience with compliance requirements (FAR, DFARS)

• Recommend process improvements identified during the internship

• May also support the documentation and updates of procedures or work instructions

Required Qualifications:

• Required education and experience: Must be currently enrolled in related Business courses or be within 6 months of graduation; No prior experience needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge, skills & abilities: Ability to work as part of a team. Oral and written communication skills. Attentiveness. Ability to understand and follow directions.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Travel Requirements:

• No or very little travel likely.