External Job Posting Title Spring & Summer 2027 Business Development & Growth Co-op

Peraton; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Benefits package

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Business Development & Growth Co-op to support the State and Local Growth team, focusing on opportunities in California. You will help with research, competitive analysis, and preparing materials for engagements, contributing to thought leadership and conference activities.

You will work 40 hours per week in a hybrid setting based in San Diego, gaining exposure to strategy, intelligence, and proposal development in the government contracting space.

Qualifications

• US citizenship required.
• HS Diploma and some advanced level training.
• Undergrad or graduate student pursuing a related degree in Business, Marketing, Public Policy, Political Science, or similar.
• Experience with research, writing, or analysis projects for classes, clubs, or organizations.
• Strong writing skills and proficiency with presentation tools (PowerPoint/Slides).

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue opportunities with state and local government.
• Support competitive analysis and market research.
• Prepare materials for pre-RFP engagements.
• Contribute to white papers and thought leadership content.
• Assist with planning and attendance at state and local conferences.

Skills

US Citizenship

Strong writing

PowerPoint

Google Slides

Education

HS Diploma and some advanced level training

Undergrad or graduate student (Business/Marketing/Public Policy/Political Science)

Research, writing, or analysis project experience

Tools

PowerPoint

Google Slides

Job description

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a Spring & Summer 2027 Business Development & Growth Co-op to support our State and Local Growth team as we expand our footprint across California.

As a Business Development & Growth Co-op, you’ll help the team identify and pursue new opportunities across state and local government. You’ll support competitive analysis and market research, help prepare materials for pre-RFP engagements, contribute to white papers and thought leadership content, and assist with planning and attendance at State and Local industry conferences. You’ll turn research and findings into presentations and briefings that inform how Peraton positions itself for growth across the state.

Peraton is a next-generation national security company and a trusted technology partner to government agencies across the country, including state and local governments like the County of San Diego. As a co‑op on the Growth team, you’ll work alongside Peraton professionals shaping how we expand into new markets and pursue new business, gaining exposure to strategy, competitive intelligence, and proposal development in the government contracting space.

Co‑op structure: 40 hours/week throughout the duration of the co‑op, with a hybrid work arrangement based in San Diego, CA. Some travel to State and Local conferences within California as needed.#PeratonIntern

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• US Citizenship
• HS Diploma and some advanced level training
• You are a current undergrad or graduate student and have completed progress or are pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Public Policy, Political Science, or a related field
• Experience with research, writing, or analysis projects for a class, club, or organization
• Strong writing skills and proficiency with PowerPoint or Google Slides

Desired Qualifications

• Coursework or project experience in market research, competitive analysis, or industry benchmarking
• Interest in government contracting, public‑sector business development, or state and local government
• Experience contributing to proposals, white papers, or similar written deliverables
• Event planning or conference coordination experience

Location:

• San Diego, CA

Target Salary Range

The rate / range per hour below represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

$22/hour+

Benefits Statement

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed athttps://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.