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Job Title: Junior Project Operations Intern - Fall 2026
Job Category: Intern/Co-op
Time Type: Part time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None
Employee Type: Part-Time On-Call
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%
Type of Travel: Continental US
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The Opportunity:
As a CACI Junior Project Operations Intern, you will gain hands-on experience supporting critical national security missions for Department of War (DoW) and Intelligence Community (IC) customers. This internship provides direct involvement in mission operations, project execution, business strategy, and technology integration. You will collaborate with senior leaders and teams, contributing to deliverables that drive customer engagement, operational excellence, and technology solutions. Designed for high-performing students, this role offers professional mentorship, exposure to senior leadership, and insight into how policy, strategy, operations, and technology intersect in defense and intelligence missions. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential. You must be able to quickly learn and apply new collaboration technologies and present ideas professionally. The work environment is dynamic and fast-paced, requiring effective teamwork and coordination in both virtual and in-person settings.
Responsibilities:
• Support project operations and coordination across business divisions, including action tracking, deliverable management, meeting preparation, and stakeholder synchronization.
• Conduct research on mission priorities, customer requirements, emerging technologies (such as artificial intelligence, cyber, ISR, and autonomy), and market dynamics to inform growth strategy and business execution.
• Assist in the development of briefing materials, executive summaries, white papers, and analytical products for internal and customer-facing engagements.
• Support capture and proposal development teams by researching, solutioning, and coordinating inputs from technical, operational, and pricing teams.
• Track and analyze budget and pipeline data, maintain spend plans, opportunity databases, and resource alignment tools.
• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration between program execution, solution architecture, operations, and growth teams.
Qualifications:
Required:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance
• Current student or recent graduate (undergraduate or graduate program)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to produce professional, concise materials
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and collaboration platforms (e.g., SharePoint)
• Attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Professional maturity and effective interaction with senior leaders, customers, and teams
• Interest in national security, defense, intelligence, or mission support careers

Desired:

• Coursework in international affairs, intelligence, public policy, defense, business, or economics
• Project management, business operations, or strategic planning experience
• Interest or background in AI, cyber, ISR, autonomy, or data science
• Proficiency in foreign languages or regional studies
• Internships, research, or consulting in defense, government, or national security
• Experience with briefings, research, and analytical products
• Knowledge of defense acquisition, program execution, or government contracts
• Strong analytical skills; ability to synthesize information into recommendations

What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$39,400-$77,200
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.