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This internship offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting strategic operational initiatives focused on business process improvement, AI enablement, data and reporting enhancements, and operational modernization.\nWorking alongside AOS leaders and subject matter experts, you will contribute to projects that improve operational effectiveness, support data-driven decision-making, and advance innovative solutions across the organization. This role is ideal for someone who is curious, analytical, collaborative, and interested in the intersection of business operations, technology, data, and continuous improvement.\nThis is an entry-level, 10-week, full time internship that begins in early June and ends in early August. This role will be hybrid from Reston, VA. At this time, we are unable to provide relocation assistance for internships at this time.\nResponsibilities may include:\nConducting research, benchmarking, and data analysis to support decision making\nDocumenting business processes, workflows, and operational procedures\nIdentifying opportunities for process optimization, automation, and standardization\nSupporting AI enablement, reporting, governance, and operational improvement initiatives\nAssisting with data collection, validation, and reporting activities\nDeveloping reports, dashboards, presentations, and project deliverables\nParticipating in stakeholder meetings and tracking action items and project progress\nPreparing findings, recommendations, and executive-ready deliverables for leadership\nBasic Qualifications\nBy the start date, completion of at least 30 college-level credit hours in Business, Operations Management, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Public Administration, Engineering, Economics, or a related field.\nPreferred Qualifications\nA completed bachelor's degree and enrollment verification or 9 credit hours completed in a graduate program related to Business, Operations Management, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Public Administration, Engineering or Economics.\nStrong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\nAbility to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment. \nCoursework or experience related to business analysis, project management, process improvement, data analytics, operations, or technology.\nInterest in AI, automation, operational excellence, or business transformation.\nExperience conducting research, collecting data, or developing presentations and reports.\nStrong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.\nFamiliarity with Microsoft Power Platform, Power BI, SharePoint, or similar business tools.\nAbility to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. \nBot and Third-Party Applications\nPlease note that this application must be submitted directly by the applicant for consideration. Failure to do so may result in the application being excluded for consideration. Applicants needing an accommodation for disability or religious purposes in connection with the application process should contact  for assistance.\nWorking at ICF\nICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future.We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO policy.\nWe will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.\nWork Authorization and Sponsorship All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for new H-1B visa sponsorship by ICF. Candidates who currently hold valid work authorization may be considered for a change of employer petition, subject to company policy and applicable immigration requirements.\nReasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation, please email  and we will be happy to assist. 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