Public Procurement & Contracts Intern

Octa, LLC; Orange, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Octa, LLC seeks a College Intern for the CAMM team to gain hands-on experience in public-sector procurement and contract administration. You will assist with solicitations, vendor research, and documentation while supporting capital projects and ongoing operations.

You will work under supervision in a paid program, with a 20-hour weekly schedule and up to 1,000 hours per year, developing skills in procurement processes, records management, and professional writing.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled full-time college student pursuing a related degree.
• Minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Strong written and verbal communication with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support CAMM staff with procurement and contract administration activities for capital projects, maintenance operations, and other agency needs.
• Assist with competitive solicitations and small-dollar procurements, including gathering information and documentation.
• Conduct vendor and contractor research, reference checks, and responsibility reviews.
• Assist with preparation, assembly, processing, and maintenance of solicitation and contract documents.
• Support contract administration activities and maintain accurate files and records.
• Draft memoranda, letters, and other business documentation.
• Assist with public records requests, research, records retention, and archiving.
• Update databases, systems, and SharePoint records including insurance certificates.
• Compile procurement and project information for reporting and department use.
• Provide administrative and project support across CAMM and OCTA departments.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Attention to detail

Organization and planning

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Contract Management, or related field

GPA 2.5+

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

SharePoint

Job description

Octa, LLC seeks a College Intern for the CAMM team to gain hands-on experience in public-sector procurement and contract administration. You will assist with solicitations, vendor research, and documentation while supporting capital projects and ongoing operations.

You will work under supervision in a paid program, with a 20-hour weekly schedule and up to 1,000 hours per year, developing skills in procurement processes, records management, and professional writing.