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Government Relations Intern

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc.
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Virginia, Alexandria
5285 Shawnee Road (Show on map)
Nov 03, 2026
Modern Technology Solutions is seeking a Government Relations Intern to join our team as a full-time intern in Alexandria, VA during Summer 2027.
MTSI is seeking a Government Relations Intern to support its defense technology and public policy initiatives. The role focuses on assisting in legislative strategy, policy research, and compliance efforts for government contractors supporting the U.S. Department of War (DoW). Candidates local to Alexandria, Virginia strongly desired.
Required: Knowledge and working skills in Microsoft Sharepoint via SPARC; MS Fabric Coding abilities; Power BI, Power Automate & Power Apps.
Responsibilities:
  • Conduct research on legislative, regulatory, political, and national security developments relevant to MTSI's business objectives.
  • Support the preparation of briefing materials, presentations, reports, and summaries for internal stakeholders and leadership.
  • Monitor congressional activity, defense policy developments, and government affairs issues to inform team awareness and planning.
  • Assist with stakeholder engagement, industry outreach, advocacy initiatives, and relationship-building activities.
  • Collaborate with Government Relations, Business Development, and other internal teams to support organizational priorities.
  • Support the coordination of industry events, meetings, and other government affairs activities.
  • Maintain internal research materials, documentation, and reporting resources to support team operations.
  • Contribute to strategic research and special projects related to defense, technology, and national security.
Qualifications:
  • Currently enrolled in a degree-seeking program in Business, Economics, Engineering, Computer Science, Political Science or related fields.
  • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
  • Team player who can work independently and demonstrating initiative, ownership and problem-solving skills.
  • Understanding of the US political process and public administration.
  • Working skills in Microsoft office - Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
  • Required: Knowledge and working skills in Microsoft Sharepoint via SPARC; MS Fabric Coding abilities; Power BI, Power Automate & Power Apps.
Clearance Requirements:
* Ability to obtain/maintain a US government security clearance.
* Please Note: U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
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The pay range for this position is $19.00/hour - $23/hour; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI offers a full range of medical benefits, 401k, ESOP, paid time off, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. This posting will be renewed periodically until the position is filled.





  • Interesting Work:



    Our co-workers support some of the most important and critical programs to our national defense and security.






  • Values:



    Our first core value is that employees come first. We challenge our co-workers to provide the highest level of support and service, and reward them with some of the best benefits in the industry.






  • 100% Employee Owned:



    We have a stake in each other's success, and the success of our customers. It's also nice to know what's going on across the company; we have company wide town-hall meetings three times a year.






  • Great Benefits - Most Full-Time Staff Are Eligible for:





    • Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year


    • Flexible schedules


    • 6% 401k match with immediate vesting up to $9k annually


    • Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December)


    • Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - a separate qualified retirement account


    • Up to $10,000 in annual educational reimbursement


    • Other company funded benefits, like life and disability insurance


    • Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan







  • Track Record of Success:



    We have grown every year since our founding in 1993.




Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and solutions company that provides high-demand technical expertise in Digital Transformation, Modeling and Simulation, Rapid Capability Development, Test and Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Autonomy, Cybersecurity and Mission Assurance

MTSI delivers capabilities to solve problems of global importance. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide.

For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com

MTSI embraces nine core values including our first core value of Employees come first. Consistent with our Core Values, we are committed to Equal Opportunity, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, military/veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. MTSI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with physical and/or mental disabilities.


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