Sentar
Business Development/Capture Analyst Intern
Sentar, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29401
Business Development/Capture Analyst Intern
Sentar is proud to be an employee-owned company, fostering a culture of empowerment, collaboration, and innovation. Sentar is dedicated to developing the critical talent that the connected world demands to create solutions to address the convergence of cybersecurity, intelligence, analytics, and systems engineering. We invite you to join the team where you can build, innovate, and secure your career. Role Description:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Business Development Capture Analyst Intern to support our capture and business development efforts. This internship provides hands-on experience in market and company research, opportunity identification, and the use of key business development tools to capture and track relevant information. A government contracting capture analyst intern assists with researching, analyzing, and preparing for government bids and proposals. This includes supporting the capture team with market research, competitive analysis, and data gathering to inform win strategies. The intern may also contribute to proposal development, content creation, and quality assurance. As a Capture Analyst Intern you'll embed with our Growth & Strategy team and learn the full capture lifecycleshaping opportunities months before an RFP drops and helping craft winning proposals when it does. Key Responsibilities:
Conduct market and company research to identify potential business opportunities Researching potential customers, competitors, and partners within the government contracting space Analyzing market trends and identifying opportunities for the company Summarizing research findings to inform win themes and positioning Supporting the evaluation of bid/no-bid decisions Utilize tools such as MS Office Suite, GovWin, and Salesforce to capture and track data Organize and maintain research and pipeline information to support capture activities Collaborate with the business development team to provide timely and accurate insights Contribute to reports and presentations summarizing research findings Assisting with the development of capture plans, which include opportunity analysis, customer profiles, competitor assessments, and win strategies Helping to establish capture schedules and ensure follow-up with key contacts What You'll Gain:
Hands-on mentorship from capture managers and proposal SMEs Exposure to pricing strategy, color-team reviews, and compliance matrices Networking across Sentar's BD, engineering, contracts, and operations teams Direct impact on pursuits critical to national securityand a strong rsum boost Qualifications:
Education: Rising junior/senior, recent graduate, or graduate student in Business, Data Analytics, Political Science, Engineering, or related field Experience: Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze information critically Effective communication skills, both written and verbal Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Ability to learn and utilize business development tools such as GovWin and Salesforce Strong analytical and research skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Familiarity with government contracting, United States Military, and the procurement process is a plus Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines Curiosity and a desire to learn about the government contracting industry Self-motivated and able to work part-time, up to 29 hours per week, onsite U.S. citizenship and willingness to pursue a DoD security clearance Benefits at Sentar:
Our unique ownership model attracts top talent, giving employees the freedom to take initiative and drive meaningful improvements. In addition to cultivating a thriving and inclusive work environment, Sentar offers an extensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of employees and their families. Employee ownership is the foundation of our culture, promoting participation, teamwork, and accountability while ensuring long-term financial security and a commitment to excellence. Voluntary Medical, Dental, Vision, with Health Savings or Flexible Spending Plan options Voluntary Life, Critical Illness, Accident, and Long Term Care insurance options Group Term Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability is provided by Sentar to all qualifying employees Generous 401(k) match Competitive PTO plan that graduates quickly with years of service Other leave programs; holiday schedule along with bereavement, maternity, jury and military duty Mental health awareness programs Tuition reimbursement Professional development reimbursement Recognition and Awards programs If you are not ready to apply for this position, submit your resume here to join our talent community. Sentar is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Vets/Persons with Disabilities. Our culture is one of inclusivity and support. Sentar is proudly an Equal Opportunity and VEVRAA Federal Contractor Employer M/F/Vets/Persons with Disabilities. We want you to build your career at Sentar, so if you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable workplace accommodation applying for a job or at any point in the employment process, contact the Recruiting Manager at recruiting@sentar.com. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Thank you for considering Sentar in your employment search. Build, Innovate, Secure Your Career at Sentar.
Sentar is proud to be an employee-owned company, fostering a culture of empowerment, collaboration, and innovation. Sentar is dedicated to developing the critical talent that the connected world demands to create solutions to address the convergence of cybersecurity, intelligence, analytics, and systems engineering. We invite you to join the team where you can build, innovate, and secure your career. Role Description:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Business Development Capture Analyst Intern to support our capture and business development efforts. This internship provides hands-on experience in market and company research, opportunity identification, and the use of key business development tools to capture and track relevant information. A government contracting capture analyst intern assists with researching, analyzing, and preparing for government bids and proposals. This includes supporting the capture team with market research, competitive analysis, and data gathering to inform win strategies. The intern may also contribute to proposal development, content creation, and quality assurance. As a Capture Analyst Intern you'll embed with our Growth & Strategy team and learn the full capture lifecycleshaping opportunities months before an RFP drops and helping craft winning proposals when it does. Key Responsibilities:
Conduct market and company research to identify potential business opportunities Researching potential customers, competitors, and partners within the government contracting space Analyzing market trends and identifying opportunities for the company Summarizing research findings to inform win themes and positioning Supporting the evaluation of bid/no-bid decisions Utilize tools such as MS Office Suite, GovWin, and Salesforce to capture and track data Organize and maintain research and pipeline information to support capture activities Collaborate with the business development team to provide timely and accurate insights Contribute to reports and presentations summarizing research findings Assisting with the development of capture plans, which include opportunity analysis, customer profiles, competitor assessments, and win strategies Helping to establish capture schedules and ensure follow-up with key contacts What You'll Gain:
Hands-on mentorship from capture managers and proposal SMEs Exposure to pricing strategy, color-team reviews, and compliance matrices Networking across Sentar's BD, engineering, contracts, and operations teams Direct impact on pursuits critical to national securityand a strong rsum boost Qualifications:
Education: Rising junior/senior, recent graduate, or graduate student in Business, Data Analytics, Political Science, Engineering, or related field Experience: Strong attention to detail and ability to analyze information critically Effective communication skills, both written and verbal Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Ability to learn and utilize business development tools such as GovWin and Salesforce Strong analytical and research skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Familiarity with government contracting, United States Military, and the procurement process is a plus Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines Curiosity and a desire to learn about the government contracting industry Self-motivated and able to work part-time, up to 29 hours per week, onsite U.S. citizenship and willingness to pursue a DoD security clearance Benefits at Sentar:
Our unique ownership model attracts top talent, giving employees the freedom to take initiative and drive meaningful improvements. In addition to cultivating a thriving and inclusive work environment, Sentar offers an extensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of employees and their families. Employee ownership is the foundation of our culture, promoting participation, teamwork, and accountability while ensuring long-term financial security and a commitment to excellence. Voluntary Medical, Dental, Vision, with Health Savings or Flexible Spending Plan options Voluntary Life, Critical Illness, Accident, and Long Term Care insurance options Group Term Life, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability is provided by Sentar to all qualifying employees Generous 401(k) match Competitive PTO plan that graduates quickly with years of service Other leave programs; holiday schedule along with bereavement, maternity, jury and military duty Mental health awareness programs Tuition reimbursement Professional development reimbursement Recognition and Awards programs If you are not ready to apply for this position, submit your resume here to join our talent community. Sentar is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Vets/Persons with Disabilities. Our culture is one of inclusivity and support. Sentar is proudly an Equal Opportunity and VEVRAA Federal Contractor Employer M/F/Vets/Persons with Disabilities. We want you to build your career at Sentar, so if you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable workplace accommodation applying for a job or at any point in the employment process, contact the Recruiting Manager at recruiting@sentar.com. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Thank you for considering Sentar in your employment search. Build, Innovate, Secure Your Career at Sentar.