Business Intern

Job DescriptionFederal Contracts Company was founded in 2003 by Clark and Tricia Ricke to be the solution for manufacturers of heavy equipment and federal government agencies that seek to buy or rent that equipment. We are focused on keeping government procurement easy for our partners. We believe that if we take care of our team, they will take care of our customers and partner vendors.Our Mission:Federal Contracts Company is dedicated to producing quality contracts between manufacturers and the federal government, creating trusting relationships while being fair and profitable. We succeed by thorough follow-up, marketing, and producing lasting business partners.We are looking for a part-time Business Intern to support our rapidly growing company!The preferred candidate will be seeking broad-based business experience. We have a lot of opportunities available for real-world experience based upon your classroom learning.Employment Status: Part-timeSchedule: Varied based on school schedule, approximately 20 hours/weekSalary: $15.00/hourResponsibilities:• Phone system management- answering and routing phone calls, taking appropriate messages, helping customers when possible.• Complex file system management, both paper and digital.• Analyze Excel-based data and prepare reports• Assist in the Finance, Contracts, and Sales departments as needed• Special projects in marketing, finance, or sales as needed and based upon your skill set.• Learn and understand internal systems and processes, be prepared to make suggestions for improvement.• Conduct a variety of general administrative tasks as needed to support business operations.• Additional duties and opportunities for learning will be presented as you progress.Qualifications:• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office. (Advanced Excel knowledge is a plus.)• Excellent communication skills- both written and oral• A team-player attitude- this position will offer you opportunities to learn many different aspects of a small business. You should be prepared with a willingness to try new things and jump in to help when and where you're needed- even if it's outside your job description.Candidates must follow all company Non-DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Program Requirements. We are a Drug Free Workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.