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White Knight Labs

Internship - Job Training Program

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At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
31 - 60 days
Locations
1 location in Pennsylvania
Career field
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical, Architecture and Engineering, Computer and Mathematical

About the program

For the Federal Business Development Manager SkillBridge internship, the intern will work with White Knight Labs (WKL) and other companies with existing contracts to support WKL’s efforts to secure government contracts and projects related to cybersecurity and penetration testing. The intern will assist in identifying federal opportunities, conducting market research, and developing strategies to win new business. They will collaborate with senior managers and technical teams to prepare proposals, respond to government RFPs, and maintain compliance with federal procurement regulations.

Jobs this program prepares you for

For the Federal Business Development Manager internship, the intern will have the following responsibilities:• Assist in identifying and researching federal business opportunities related to cybersecurity and penetration testing.• Support the development and execution of strategies to win government contracts and projects.• Collaborate with senior managers to draft proposals and respond to federal Requests for Proposals (RFPs).• Conduct market analysis to track government spending trends and competitor activities.• Help ensure compliance with federal procurement regulations (FAR/DFARS) in all proposal submissions.• Develop and maintain relationships with key government agencies and stakeholders.• Stay up-to-date on federal cybersecurity initiatives and government procurement policies.

Eligibility & prerequisites

The expected knowledge for this internship is a bachelor’s degree in business administration, cybersecurity, information technology, or a related field, and a basic understanding of cybersecurity or the technology sector.

There will be a $5,000 budget for training during the internship; there will be no out-of-pocket expenses for the intern.

Locations & contacts

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How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ