Seeking a Growth and Market Research Intern to support our business development team as we pursue opportunities in the government Health and Human Services market. This role is part of a group of capture professionals supporting our business development and operation teams in analyzing market data, researching competitors, developing strategic operational models, and identifying growth industries to drive new revenue growth.

Seeking individuals who are curious about “why” and “how much” and seek to apply that curiosity to government market opportunities. There will be the opportunity to contribute ideas and influence the templates and approach for these essential business development activities. These individuals must be curious, self-motivating, and passionate about helping governments better serve their citizens.

The Growth and Market Research Intern position is key to Maximus ability to win new business. We foster a culture that respects and values individual contributions and differences. We believe our differences spark innovation, develop leadership, and drive exceptional performance.

Additionally, the selected intern will gain knowledge of general business principles, corporate organizational structure and government process improvement. Throughout the summer, you will have the opportunity to meet, interact, and collaborate among various project teams, consultants, senior management, executives and peers. Guidance and training on operations standards and protocols will be provided by the Manager. This opportunity is remote within the United States only and open for candidates residing in any time zone.

BENEFITS / COMPENSATION:

Hourly pay range is competitive and commensurate with education and experience. Interns are eligible for benefits. All computer equipment and access to digital systems will be provided to the hired candidate. Students may also complete the internship for academic credit, subject to the qualifications of their academic program.

PROGRAM DETAILS:

This position requires a commitment of 40 full-time hours per week, with availability during usual business hours (8AM-6PM ET), for the duration of a 10-week summer program: starting Tuesday, May 27th and ending Friday, August 8th, 2025.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct business analysis to support the Business Development department.

• Support process improvements and project deliverables.

• Research potential market trends.

• Assist in special projects in the Business Development department.

• Assist with ad-hoc reporting and other tasks.

This opportunity is a great match for an individual comfortable with independent research, has an interest in business development, market growth strategies and sales. Additional work assignments include qualitative and quantitative data analysis.

Minimum Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a college degree in a related field.

• Must have completed a minimum 2 years of coursework.

• Ability to perform comfortably in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment.

• Skilled in standard computer applications and platforms such as Outlook and MS Office Suite, PowerPoint, and Excel.

• Excellent interpersonal communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.- Demonstrated ability to juggle multiple priorities with superior attention to detail.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products - specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

• Ability to perform comfortably in a fast-paced, deadline oriented work environment

• Ability to successfully execute many complex tasks simultaneously

• Ability to work as a team member, as well as independently

• Ability to use spreadsheet, database, and/or reporting software to do analysis

• Ability to exercise sound judgment within broadly defined practices and policies

• Experience working or learning remotely is preferred

As a leading strategic partner to governments across the globe, Maximus helps improve the delivery of public services amid complex technology, health, economic, environmental, and social challenges. With a deep understanding of program service delivery, acute insights that achieve operational excellence, and an extensive awareness of the needs of the people being served, our employees advance the critical missions of our partners. Maximus delivers innovative business process management, impactful consulting services, and technology solutions that provide improved outcomes for the public and higher levels of productivity and efficiency of government-sponsored programs.