Job Description

ARKA Group L.P. is an advanced technologies company serving the U.S. military, intelligence community, and commercial space industry delivering next-generation solutions to support the national security space domain. ARKA has a 60-year legacy reaching back to the very beginning of our country's space endeavors. We're a legacy of mission excellence built on ground-breaking technologies.



Join the ARKA mission and discover your next career opportunity now!

Position Overview:

Our Student Program provides amazing opportunities to develop functional job skills and gain real-world experience and expertise. We offer spring, fall and year-round internships and co-ops in fields across the company, including engineering, finance, and business development.



Currently we are seeking a year-round intern to join our Contracts team.

Responsibilities:

Gather and organize legal documents Maintain electronic databases and physical files according to established procedures and record retention policies Communicate effectively with internal team members to provide needed information Support the establishment of processes and procedures

Basic Qualifications:

Completed a minimum of freshman year in college Previous professional business experience Excellent organizational skills Excellent systems skills with the ability to manage electronic data files Strong written and oral communication skills Microsoft Office skills, including outlook, word, and excel Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience working in a contracts or legal environment

Location: Danbury, CT

The position is located onsite at our facility in

Danbury, CT

. Located in beautiful Fairfield County, Danbury offers a diverse economy, wonderful parks, cultural attractions, an impressive mix of private and public educational institutions and a vibrant arts scene. Our facility is nestled among a remarkable selection of communities to call home all with varying price points to fit many different budgets. We're close to New York City, Boston, and other major cities - great for day trips and weekend getaways. Our lovely seasons along with award-winning institutions, colleges, cultural events, and a genuine sense of community brings a diverse population to the beautiful state of Connecticut!

When you choose to join the ARKA Student Program, you will:

Gain hands-on experience in your chosen field and share your unique ideas and creative problem-solving skills to help us continue our legacy of innovation Flourish and seamlessly develop great relationships with co-workers Network with students from other universities Participate in activities that support our local communities Work alongside our talented team, including employees who started as interns or co-ops Enjoy companywide employee activities Receive competitive compensation and paid holidays

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.



Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:

Due to contract requirements, sole U.S. citizenship is required.

Visa Restrictions:

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Pre-employment Screenings:

Employment with any of the ARKA Group companies in the US is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check and drug screen.


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