Corporate Affairs Intern

Build your resume and enhance your marketability with real-work, hands-on experience! Saab's Corporate Affairs team is seeking a government affairs student looking to grow their understanding of corporate affairs in a global company.

As a Corporate Affairs intern for Saab, you will:

• Gain experience supporting several functions including government affairs, communication, branding, social media, and business development
• Generate and review content
• Create briefings for leadership on current events and their impact on the company
• Track and evaluate legislation
• Complete special projects as assigned.
• Receive clear expectations, constructive feedback, and structured time commitment.
• Work out of the Washington, DC office in the Navy Yard neighborhood 3 days/week

Compensation Range: $18.00-$20.00

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

• Enrollment in an accredited degree program focused in Government Affairs or a related discipline.

• Completed Sophomore year or greater at time of hire.

• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better.

• Strong writing and editing skills, familiarity with AP style a plus.

• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.

• Personable- comfortable meeting and interacting with new people.

• Proactive and organized with high attention to detail.

Citizenship Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 19,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in eight U.S. locations.

Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person's needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.