As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation's military personnel make the transition to civilian careers. Approximately 1/4th of Northrop Grumman's 100,000 employees self-identify as veterans, and more than 1,600 are reservists.
The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program (NG-MIP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. The NG-MIP program is an opportunity for transitioning service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through an individual internship during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The Northrop Grumman Military internship Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.
Responsibilities for this internship position are:
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman - Military Internship Program (DoD SkillBridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for SkillBridge. During this program the service member will be on-site at his or her host company performing an individual internship in an entry to mid-level career type role. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40 hours per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.
Goals- Provide transitioning service members fellowship-style job skills training during the last portion(s) of their military commitment. This program is specifically designed to offer internships that result in the potential to transition to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Interns will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.
Objectives - Service Members who complete the Intern program will be highly-trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission "Defining Possible" on Day 1. This program provides a comprehensive internship experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.
Outcome - Offer transitioning service member a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.
DoD SkillBridge Eligibility:

Has served at least 180 days on active duty.

* Is within 12 months of separation or retirement.

* Will receive an honorable discharge.

* Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS.

* Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months.

* Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.

Job Description:
The Northrop Grumman Communications team is looking for savvy Strategic Operations and Events Communications Specialist to help elevate our strategic approach for global engagements, including trade shows and customer and executive events, support the planning and execution of corporate executive events, and help unify our executive events and trade show team operations. This position is located in Falls Church, VA.
You're a great fit if you:

Thrive on the blend of strategic communications, business strategy, operations, special events planning and analysis.

* Are a stellar project manager, driven by prioritization and organization and have impeccable attention to detail.

* Are proactive, positive, poised and approachable, able to work independently and in partnership with others, and confident in offering counsel to our business partners.

* Thrive in a fast-paced environment, can juggle multiple projects, and have a demonstrated ability to drive projects to completion and meet deadlines.

* Have great excellent executive presence, presentation and facilitation skills and can convey vision to others.

* Have, or quickly develop, a good understanding of our business and can define target audiences and opportunities to highlight our technology leadership.

* Enjoy making connections, providing the best exposure or our solutions, and developing compelling experiences and providing the best exposure and experience for our stakeholders and customers.

* Are a positive and supportive teammate who will provide leadership to, and learn from, others.

* Are curious and courageous, self-motivated and collaborative, and can gain consensus among stakeholders with disparate views.

* Love to spot trends, analyze and seek continuous improvement.

* Are willing to challenge the status quo to propose and pilot creative solutions.

In this job, you will:

Help define strategic recommendations for Northrop Grumman's global engagements based on data, analysis and business strategy.

* Provide surge support for executive and business events globally, including project management, logistics and hands-on, in-person support.

* Define measurement practices: identify key performance indicators, analyze and produce insights, and make recommendations to improve our process and the results of future communications, events and activities.

* Work across the Integrated Marketing and Public Relations team, and other Communications teams, to help identify and promote key message pull-through from trade shows, events, media, customer needs and thought leadership.

* Apply user experience practices to highlight complex concepts in compelling ways.

* Build and maintain strong, positive relationships. Serve as a partner and trusted advisor to business partners Serve as a partner and trusted advisor to executive leaders, providing insights, perspective and counsel on communications strategies and issues to internal audiences.

Events management requires strong relationships with multiple internal and external stakeholders. At times you may be asked to work weekends to support events, travel domestically and internationally, and work early mornings or evenings to ensure program excellence. We love what we do. We work hard, celebrate achievements and each other, and, and our dynamic team creates space for wellness and balance.
We create meaningful experiences to bring our mission to life. Join us and help shape how we present innovation and solutions that connect and protect our world across every frontier.
Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with five (5) years of experience successfully developing and deploying communications and events practices, or a Master's degree with three (3) years of communications and events experience.

* Strong relationship building skills and a proven track record of building collaborative partnerships to influence direction and drive progress at every level of the organization.

* Polished and confident speaker with executive presence and strong business acumen.

* Demonstrated success in project management, strategic communications, marketing, public relations, event planning experience.

* Demonstrated ability to develop integrated strategic communications plans, multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

* Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Preferred Qualifications

Successful experience in account management, negotiation, developing and delivering event strategies that deliver ROI, vendor management.

* Experience with global communications or international relations, especially with customers, cultures, compelling engagements.

* Familiar with Customer Relations Management tools such as Salesforce.

* Proficient, or able to learn, Perfect Table Plan, Smartsheet and other event project management tools.

* Experience leveraging data to create and execute communications strategies, plans, programs and events.

* Familiarity with social tools, measurement tools, website content management systems, SharePoint, the Adobe Suite of products.

* Experience with social media channels, audiences and practices.

* Experience establishing and advancing an organization's brand.

* Understanding of Associated Press Stylebook writing style.

Salary Range: $82,900 - $124,300
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.