Strategic Ohio Council for Higher Education
BTAS is a woman-owned small business founded in 1995, located near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base inBeavercreek, OH. We have earned national and regional awards in the Department of Defense for our proven IT,Engineering, and Program Management Capabilities.We are committed to working with exceptional quality and professionalism to deliver excellence to our customers, while providing our employees a stimulating and satisfying work environment, as we collaborate with teammates to achieve common goals.
The overarching mission of this position is to design and implement a comprehensive growth strategy that expands small business contract opportunities across the United States Space Force (USSF). In the Department of Defense (DoD) and defense industry, there are limited formal programs that train professionals to become Business Development Leaders, also known as Senior Growth Strategists. This internship addresses that gap by equipping senior servicemembers with both foundational knowledge and hands-on experience to transition into highly capable leaders in business development and program management. Our approach combines instruction in the fundamentals of small business growth analysis and planning with the practical use of key industry tools common to companies supporting the DoD and federal agencies. The outcome is measurable: the research and analysis give the company the ability to develop targeted proposals that secure opportunities.INTERNSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES:- Mapping USSF organizational structures to understand mission priorities and acquisition pathways.- Identifying and cultivating key points of contact (POCs) critical to contract development.- Developing actionable strategies that connect small business capabilities with relevant contracts, contract vehicles, and anticipated mission support needs.- Serving as a strategist and liaison between industry partners to gain insights, build relationships, and shape opportunities that drive sustainable revenue growth.This position ultimately develops the SkillBridge candidate into a strategic business growth professional ,prepared to influence and capture opportunities in the federal contracting environment.
Open to all MOS / ratings / AFSCs.
Senior-level experience in program management or government contracting.Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes, contract vehicles (IDIQs), and small business engagementprograms.Proven track record of building high-value relationships in government or defense industry contexts.Exceptional communication and presentation skills.Ability to work independently and manage complex stakeholder relationships.Practical experience as a military senior leader of U.S. Space Force or Air Force programs.Familiarity with Space Systems Command organizational structure, key leaders and mission areas.
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- ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
- ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
- ▸ "The listing says 1 - 30 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
- ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
- ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
- ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
- ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
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