DLH delivers improved health and national security readiness solutions for federal programs through science research and development, systems engineering and integration, and digital transformation. Our experts in public health, performance evaluation, and health operations solve the complex problems faced by civilian and military customers alike by leveraging advanced tools – including digital transformation, artificial intelligence, data analytics, cloud enablement, modeling, and simulation, and more. With over 2,400 employees dedicated to the idea that “Your Mission is Our Passion,” DLH brings a unique combination of government sector experience, proven methodology, and unwavering commitment to innovation to improve the lives of millions.

Overview

As a DoD SkillBridge intern, you’ll have the opportunity to apply your military experience in a civilian setting while building new skills in program and project management. In this role, you’ll gain hands-on exposure to federal health initiatives, collaborate with experienced leaders, and contribute to projects that directly support mission success. You’ll strengthen your facilitation, organizational, and problem-solving skills while exploring pathways into business development, process improvement, and team support. This internship is designed to give you meaningful experience, professional mentorship, and a strong foundation for your next career chapter.  This opportunity is offered through the DoD SkillBridge Program for transitioning active-duty US military members and is an unpaid SkillBridge Internship.

Responsibilities

• Attend and observe meeting facilitation
  • Hone meeting facilitation skills
  • Assist with requirements gathering & management, as well as other defined tasks under supervision
• Shadow and assist the NHLBI Program/Project Management with hands-on learning opportunities
  • Track all certifications for IOTA – maintain list, communicate with staff
  • Track annual & bi-annual trainings for IOTA staff on NIH and DLH – Maintain running lists of outstanding trainings aligned with the appropriate deadline
  • Contribute to the ongoing maintenance of the Onboarding and Offboarding of IOTA staff process – maintain SOPs, complete all sets included in both processes, and maintain relationships to assist with both processes
  • Create and send the monthly NHLBI Staffing workbook and Suitability Roster
  • Assist with writing and maintaining Success Stories
  • Collaborate with IOTA PMs during the project closure phase and lessons learned documentation, which are ultimately submitted through and tracked in TRAC
• DLH Nexus Labs
  • Assist in Business Development, Capture Management, and Tech Solutioning activities
  • Collaboration on the management of Nexus Labs SA backlog
  • Provide weekly updates and feedback on insights gained

Qualifications

Active-Duty Military only within final 91 - 120 days of active-duty service.  The SkillBridge Intern at a minimum should have the following:

• Candidate has been pre-approved for the DoD SkillBridge Internship program and can travel in conjunction with this internship
• Candidate should have a BS degree in a course of study related to IT, Project Management, or a degree in Management/Business Management.
• Upon the internship commencement, should be available during core hours 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. for critical meetings and training
• 1 -5 Years of experience with background in information technology, health informatics, data management, business analysis, or project management.
• Other desirable skills or certifications include Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Scrum Master (CSM), SAFe Scrum Master (SSM), and/or health informatics.

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