Government Relations Intern

Modern Technology Solutions is seeking a Government Relations Intern to join our team as a full-time intern in Alexandria, VA during Summer 2027. MTSI is seeking a Government Relations Intern to support its defense technology and public policy initiatives. The role focuses on assisting in legislative strategy, policy research, and compliance efforts for government contractors supporting the U.S. Department of War (DoW). Candidates local to Alexandria, Virginia strongly desired.  Required: Knowledge and working skills in Microsoft Sharepoint via SPARC; MS Fabric Coding abilities; Power BI, Power Automate & Power Apps. Responsibilities:   Conduct research on legislative, regulatory, political, and national security developments relevant to MTSI’s business objectives.  Support the preparation of briefing materials, presentations, reports, and summaries for internal stakeholders and leadership.  Monitor congressional activity, defense policy developments, and government affairs issues to inform team awareness and planning.  Assist with stakeholder engagement, industry outreach, advocacy initiatives, and relationship-building activities.  Collaborate with Government Relations, Business Development, and other internal teams to support organizational priorities.  Support the coordination of industry events, meetings, and other government affairs activities.  Maintain internal research materials, documentation, and reporting resources to support team operations.  Contribute to strategic research and special projects related to defense, technology, and national security.  Qualifications:  Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program in Business, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science, Political Science or related fields.  Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).  Team player who can work independently and demonstrating initiative, ownership and problem-solving skills.  Understanding of the US political process and public administration.  Working skills in Microsoft office – Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.  Required: Knowledge and working skills in Microsoft Sharepoint via SPARC; MS Fabric Coding abilities; Power BI, Power Automate & Power Apps. Clearance Requirements: • Ability to obtain/maintain a US government security clearance.  • Please Note: U.S. Citizenship is required for this position. #MTSI The pay range for this position is $19.00/hour - $23/hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI offers a full range of medical benefits, 401k, ESOP, paid time off, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. This posting will be renewed periodically until the position is filled.