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title: 'Project Coordinator Intern - Summer 2027 at STR'
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# Project Coordinator Intern - Summer 2027 at STR

- **Company:** STR
- **Location:** Arlington, VA
- **Posted:** 2026-10-22
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-23
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/systemstechnologyresearch/jobs/4723974006

## Job description

Project Coordinator Summer Internship

Systems & Technology Research (STR) is a growing technology company. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security.

We are seeking a Project Coordinator Intern to support project planning, coordination, and execution across STR’s business and operational initiatives. This will be an in-person role at our site in Arlington, VA. This position will provide hands-on experience in project management, schedule coordination, budget tracking, reporting, stakeholder communications, and process improvement. The intern will work closely with cross-functional teams to help ensure projects remain organized, milestones are tracked, deliverables are completed, and project information is communicated effectively.

## Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

- Support project planning and coordination activities, including tracking schedules, milestones, deliverables, and key project objectives.
- Assist with developing and maintaining project plans, status reports, trackers, presentations, and other project management documentation.
- Monitor project progress, identify potential scheduling conflicts or risks, and communicate updates to relevant stakeholders.
- Support budget tracking, expense monitoring, and data analysis to help evaluate project performance and resource utilization.
- Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, document meeting minutes, track action items, and follow up with stakeholders to support timely completion of deliverables.
- Develop and maintain project dashboards, spreadsheets, and reporting tools using Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Prepare presentations and project updates for internal stakeholders and leadership using Microsoft PowerPoint.
- Facilitate communication and information sharing across cross-functional teams to support project alignment and execution.
- Assist with identifying process improvement opportunities, documenting workflows, and implementing organizational efficiencies.
- Maintain accurate project records, organize supporting documentation, and ensure project information is current and accessible.
- Support special projects and strategic initiatives as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.

## Requirements

- Currently pursuing a degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
- Must be a U.S. citizen due to the nature of STR's work and applicable regulations.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data, track progress, and identify potential issues.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to document decisions, prepare reports, and communicate project updates.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across multiple teams.
- Proactive, dependable, and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and contribute to a team-oriented environment.
- Interest in project management, construction management, infrastructure development, or coordinating complex business and operational initiatives.
- Previous experience or coursework in project coordination, project management, construction, engineering, or business operations is beneficial but not required.

Perks:

- Competitive pay
- Signing Bonus
- Flexible working hours
- Fun summer activities both in and outside the office

Pay Information

Hourly Range: $25.20-$54.00/hour

The salary range listed is based on external market data. Offers are based on factors, such as but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, key skills/critical skills, security clearances, and prevailing market and business conditions. STR is a growing technology company with locations near Boston, MA, Arlington, VA, near Dayton, OH, Melbourne, FL, Carlsbad, CA, Atlanta, GA, and Denver, CO. We specialize in advanced research and development for defense, intelligence, and national security in: cyber; next generation sensors, radar, sonar, communications, and electronic warfare; and artificial intelligence algorithms and analytics to make sense of the complexity that is exploding around us.

STR is committed to creating a collaborative learning environment that supports deep technical understanding and recognizes the contributions and achievements of all team members. Our work is challenging, and we go home at night knowing that we pushed the envelope of technology and made the world safer.

STR is not just any company. Our people, culture, and attitude along with their unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives put us on a trajectory to change the world. We can't do it alone, though - we need fellow trailblazers. If you are one, join our team and help to keep our society safe! Visit us at [www.str.us](http://www.str.us/) for more info.

STR is an equal opportunity employer. We are fully dedicated to hiring the most qualified candidate regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the employment process, email us at appassist@str.us and provide your contact info.

Pursuant to applicable federal law and regulations, positions at STR require employees to obtain national security clearances and satisfy the requirements for compliance with export control and other applicable laws.

## About STR

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: STR (Systems & Technology Research) develops and applies advanced technology to solve emerging national security challenges for the U.S. Department of Defense and intelligence community.
- **Entity Type**: Private (employee-owned)
- **Headquarters**: Woburn, Massachusetts, United States
- **Founded**: 2010
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: National security technology, defense, cybersecurity, sensing, analytics, systems engineering
- **Target customers**: U.S. Department of Defense, intelligence community, government agencies (B2G)
- **Mission or purpose statement**: “Making the world a safer place” by delivering high-impact technology solutions to the nation’s hardest problems.

## Products & Services
- **Cyber**: Applies reverse engineering, vulnerability assessment, formal methods, and AI/ML to solve critical cybersecurity and operational problems for the DoD.
- **Sensors**: Develops hardware and algorithm prototypes for radar, underwater acoustics, electronic warfare, and advanced RF/EOIR sensing concepts.
- **Analytics & C2**: Transforms information into advantage through command & control, autonomous systems, machine learning, graph analytics, and data visualization.
- **Systems Development**: Delivers resilient, high-impact capabilities at scale using model-based systems engineering, DevSecOps, and mission-focused integration.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue $100M–$500M (LinkedIn estimate)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Employee-owned; primary customer is the U.S. Department of Defense. Key talent sources include Leidos, L3Harris, BAE Systems, MITRE, RTX, Draper, and MIT Lincoln Laboratory.
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew 15% YoY (644 employees); active job postings increased 155.8% year-over-year (133 current openings); operates 7 U.S. offices.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Employee-owned structure** aligns incentives with long-term mission impact rather than short-term returns.
- **Multi-disciplinary expertise** spanning cyber, sensors, analytics, and systems engineering enables integrated solutions.
- **“The STR Triangle”** – combines world‑renowned researchers, growing talent, and skilled engineers to rapidly mature ideas into fielded capabilities.
- **Meeting‑free Fridays** and flexible schedules support deep technical work and work‑life balance.

## Strategic Focus
- Continue to solve emerging national security challenges by investing in AI/ML, autonomous systems, cyber resilience, and advanced sensing.
- Scale delivery through model‑based systems engineering and DevSecOps practices.
- Attract and retain top technical talent by fostering a culture of purpose, diversity, and professional growth.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: “Choose‑your‑own‑adventure” career model – employees can pursue research, product development, engineering, or management paths. Emphasis on unconventional thinking, diverse perspectives, and real impact.
- **Remote/Hybrid**: Some roles are remote (e.g., Lead Mission Engineer Full Stack); most positions are on‑site at one of seven U.S. locations (Woburn MA, Arlington VA, Dayton OH, Carlsbad CA, Palm Bay FL, San Diego CA, Melbourne FL).
- **Notable perks**: Great health/dental/vision coverage, generous 401k matching, tuition reimbursement, results‑based bonuses, active interest groups, social events, snacks & coffee. Interns focus on real‑world problems, not busy work.
- **Engineering culture**: Strong mentorship, collaboration with national security experts, and opportunities to work on cutting‑edge technology from research through deployment.

## Sources
1. [str.us](https://str.us/)
2. [str.us/careers](https://str.us/careers/)
3. [str.us/life-at-str](https://str.us/life-at-str/)
4. [job-boards.greenhouse.io/systemstechnologyresearch](http://job-boards.greenhouse.io/systemstechnologyresearch)
5. [linkedin.com/company/str-us](https://www.linkedin.com/company/str-us)

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