About the role
IMPORTANT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- This internship supports U.S. Department of Defense-funded programs. Applicants must be U.S. citizens and eligible to obtain a security clearance. Applicants who do not meet this requirement cannot be considered for this position.
- Applicants must remain actively enrolled in an undergraduate degree program for the duration of the internship. Individuals who have already graduated prior to the internship start date are not eligible for this position.
Please Note: Authorization to work in the United States (including F-1 OPT/CPT, H-1B, or other employment authorization) does not satisfy this requirement. Applicants must be U.S. citizens to be eligible for this internship. Applicants who do not meet these eligibility requirements cannot be considered for this internship.
Organization Summary:
The University of South Florida (USF) Institute of Applied Engineering (IAE) provides agile, best-value engineering solutions to enhance the performance, effectiveness of its sponsors, including the Department of Defense; other federal, state, and local agencies; and industry. These engineering solutions include hardware-and-software-based research, advanced technology development, prototypes, and technical services.
This intern will directly support the Special Operations Financial Management (SOFM) Team, strengthen its data-focused workforce, and enhance its ability to solve complex financial and operational data challenges. The intern will collaborate with the SOFM team to develop analytics methodologies, data tools, and business intelligence products that inform Special Operations financial planning, budgeting, and resourcing decisions.
Time commitment & Location
- Hours of operation are 8:00am to 5:00pm Monday thru Friday.
- This position requires a minimum of 15 hours and a maximum of 20 hours per week during the Fall/Spring semesters and a minimum of 20 hours and a maximum of 29 hours per week during the summer semester.
- This internship is in-person in Tampa, Fl (MacDill AFB)
Opportunities
- Build resume and explore career options
- Apply skills and knowledge to the workplace
- A letter of recommendation can be provided upon request
- Opportunity to have the internship extended.
- Security Clearance acceptance
- Work in a Defense Industry environment
Project Flexibility & Collaboration
- Perform core data collection, cleaning, and validation tasks to support daily analytical activities.
- Develop and update reporting metrics to strengthen data‑driven decision‑making.
- Understand and execute Program Management (PM) functions to support workflow tracking and project execution.
- Define and refine data processes and analytical workflows to improve team effectiveness.
- Assist in designing and testing analytical tools, scripts, or templates that automate or enhance reporting.
- Support the creation of clear, user‑friendly dashboards and interfaces for displaying financial and operational data.
Desired Skills and Position Qualifications:
Ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies and tools.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn.
Good communication skills for effective collaboration with team members and stakeholders.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Security Clearance is not required but preferred.
Pursuing a bachelor's degree at a local accredited University with a Junior or Senior standing.
Current GPA of 3.0 or above
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and USF Health. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report recognized USF with its highest overall ranking in university history, as a top 50 public university for the seventh consecutive year and as one of the top 15 best values among all public universities in the nation. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine in the highest tier, placing it as one of the top 16 medical schools in the nation and inside the top 10 among public universities. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $750 million in research funding in 2025 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of nearly $10 billion for the state of Florida. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.