Operational Excellence Intern

Company Overview

We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).

 

QinetiQ US’s dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.

 

Why Join QinetiQ US?

 

If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems.  In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.

Position Overview

QinetiQ US is looking for an intern to join our Operational Excellence team to support the strategic growth and operational maturity of QinetiQ US. This role will present an opportunity to get involved with business processes and automation working collaboratively with the Heads of Strategy, Business Units, and Functions and gain professional experience working with a mid-tier US defense company.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the QinetiQ US Operational Excellence team to assist in governance and business processes to prepare for automation and standardizing internal task tracking and project plans
• Assist with reporting from manual to automation, and automation to analytics
• Develop briefings and white papers on strategic and industry topics

Required Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field (Finance, Business, Engineering)
• Proficiency in business processes and software solutions such as SmartSheet, Power BI, Microsoft Office suite, etc.
• Outstanding verbal, written, and interpersonal communications with proven ability to work collaboratively
• Mission oriented, interest in business analytics
• Exposure and interest in the US Defense industry
• Organization skills
• Attention to detail
• Must be able to work independently on a project basis and meet deadlines

Company EEO Statement

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 4 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

 

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.