Talent Incubator Internship Program

Secure our Nation, Ignite your Future

Summary

ManTech is seeking an aspiring IT Professional to join our Talent Incubator Internship Program.  The Talent Incubator Program was developed to provide a pipeline of qualified IT Professionals to support our customers missions (i.e. Intelligence, Defense, Federal/Civilian).  Individuals in the program will spend 1-2 years gaining experience & certifications while their security clearance is processing, then transition to support the customer’s mission.

Each candidate will work with our Talent Incubator Program Manager to align your career aspirations with our customers talent needs and requirements.  You’ll jointly develop a transition program, consisting of gaining experience in certain areas (i.e. cyber security), certifications (i.e. Security+), and any other requirements necessary to support the customer and your future. 

Responsibilities

The Talent Incubator Internship Program is a year-round program, allowing you to work as much as you’re able while mainlining your active course load.  The expectation is that you’d work near full time during summer breaks and as available during the semester.  Ideally, we’d hope that you can join a weekly team meeting and stay engaged via Slack during your school week.  As technology is constantly evolving and several projects are always underway, this will allow you to stay engaged with the team so you can dive back in after your spring semester.

As we believe customer service is foundational to all IT careers, candidates will begin on our End User Success, First Touch Support Team, fielding calls and support tickets from our users (Phase 1).  During this time, candidates will be exposed to a wide range of IT support requests and will gain a familiarity with ManTech IT Systems.  There will also be time allotted for group project work, working towards your certifications, etc.  This phase will last 6-12 months, and any defined requirements must be met before transitioning to the next phase of the program (i.e. Network+ Certification).

In Phase 2, you’re assigned to Subject Matter Expert (SME) Team(s) specific to your career path (i.e. Network Support / Cyber Security).  You’ll spend the next 6-12 months focusing on tasks and projects related to your future field. Similarly, any defined requirements must be met before transitioning to the next phase of the program (i.e. Security+ Certification).

Lastly, in Phase 3 and prior to transitioning to the customer, you’ll be transferred to the department aligned with your future career (i.e. Cyber Security Department), where you’ll continue learning and gaining experience as a member of that Department (i.e. working within the SOC). 

Once you receive your clearance, you’ll transition to the customer and begin the next chapter in your career.  This may even occur prior to graduation! 

Education and Experience

We’re looking for candidates who love technology and want to help us secure our nation, solving their toughest homeland and national security challenges – cost-efficiently, at speed, where our customers are – land, sea, air, space, cyberspace and everywhere in-between.

A high school diploma is required, and compensation will be based upon education, certifications and experience. 

Security Clearance Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Ability to obtain a TS/SCI with Full Scope Polygraph (will take Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph) is preferred

Work Location & Relocation

The Talent Incubator Program is based out of our Herndon and Chantilly Virginia, offices.  This is an on-site position during summer breaks with the possibility of hybrid (2 days remote).  During the semester, your engagement with the team can be done remotely. 

When transitioning to support the customer, your schedule will depend on their needs, but the expectation is that you’ll be working onsite in a Secure Area.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to be in a stationary position more than 50% of the time
• Must be able to communicate, converse, and exchange information with peers and senior personnel
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity devices
• The person in this position frequently communicates with co-workers, management and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, and must be able to lift and move objects weighing 25 pounds or more

The projected compensation range for this position is $51,400-$85,200. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including,