Intern - Contracts Management, Summer 2026

Job Description
 

In this position, you will participate in BAE Systems' nationwide LEAP Internship & Co-op Program, where you will Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company. The LEAP Program will provide you with the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals on impactful projects, engage in career development opportunities, and network with our business leaders and the other students in the program.

We are seeking a highly motivated, organized, and detail-oriented Contracts Management Intern to join our team. The intern will gain hands-on experience in contract administration, compliance, and risk management by assisting with drafting, reviewing, and tracking contracts and business agreements. This role is ideal for students interested in federal contracting, law, business operations, or procurement, who want to build practical experience in the aerospace and defense industry as a Contracts professional.

The Finance Strategic Capabilities Unit delivers the expertise and business acumen to increase value across the enterprise by providing actionable information with recommendations and opportunities to drive sustainable business growth.

What You’ll Do:
 

• Assist with reviewing contracts and agreements.
• Support process improvements and documentation of standard operating procedures.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather information required for contract processing.
• Research and summarize contract requirements, compliance obligations, and risk considerations.
• Develop and maintain contract management tools, such as contract databases and tracking systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Contracts Management team.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site three or more days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office environment, laboratory, cleanroom, or production floor.

Hourly Rate: $20.75 - $27.50

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
 

• Must have completed your sophomore or junior year and be enrolled in a degree program for the fall of 2026. We will also accept students enrolled in a graduate degree program.
• Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Solid attention to detail and organizational skills.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
 

• Current enrollment in a degree program in a related field, such as business, law, or contract management preferred.
• Familiarity with contract management principles and practices.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $43847 - $59143

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.


About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for the U.S. Intelligence, Department of Defense and scientific communities. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.