Proposal & RFP Technical Writing Intern

Intern

Hybrid

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January 21, 2026

Position Summary

RFP technical writing is a high-demand, niche skill that bridges business, technology, and communication. This internship is an opportunity to learn and practice that craft in a real consulting environment.

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You’ll work directly with senior delivery leads and technical SMEs to translate solutions into structured, evaluator-friendly proposal content. Over the course of your term, you’ll build a toolkit of repeatable proposal materials—such as compliance matrices, outlines, templates, and response libraries—and produce real, portfolio-quality deliverables.

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If you’re someone with a writing or research background who wants to learn how to write for real-world business and government buyers, this is your chance to break into a high-impact role.

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Job Description

RFP Analysis & Compliance

Read and analyze RFP/RFQ documents to extract submission instructions, requirements, and evaluation criteria
Build and update compliance matrices, tracking requirement-by-requirement coverage
Identify risks, ambiguities, and clarification needs to escalate to the team

Technical Writing & Proposal Development

Draft and edit proposal content such as technical approach, project methodology, transition plans, security and compliance, and service models
Convert raw input from subject matter experts into clear, structured proposal content
Ensure consistency in formatting, tone, and terminology across all submission components
Assist with final assembly, including proofreading, formatting, document QA, and readiness checks

Content Library & Template Building

Help maintain and organize the proposal content library (project profiles, team resumes, service descriptions)
Create reusable response templates and boilerplate modules for future bids
Track updates and ensure alignment with current services and delivery standards

Optional

Assist with light diagrams (Lucidchart, Visio) and tables for solution overviews
Support quick-turnaround materials such as role profiles and one-page capability statements

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the internship, the selected candidate will have gained:

A practical understanding of the end-to-end proposal development lifecycle in a consulting environment
Experience interpreting public-sector and enterprise RFPs and translating technical input into structured, evaluator-friendly content
Proficiency in tools commonly used in proposal writing and collaboration, including Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, and version-controlled document libraries
Exposure to internal workflows across delivery, business development, and subject matter expert (SME) teams
Strengthened skills in writing, editing, document formatting, compliance tracking, and professional communication
A certificate of completion and potential referral or extension based on performance

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Required Experience

Required

Currently enrolled in or recently completed a post-secondary program in English, Communications, Business, Public Policy, Technical Writing, or a related discipline
Strong writing and editing skills with a focus on clarity, structure, and attention to detail
Excellent reading comprehension and the ability to extract key information from complex documents
Familiarity with Microsoft 365 tools, especially Word and Excel
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a collaborative setting
Interest in IT services, cloud technologies, public-sector consulting, or technical documentation

Preferred (Assets)

Exposure to Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Notion, or other collaboration tools
Experience in research writing, academic publications, or documentation for technical processes
Familiarity with cloud or enterprise IT concepts (e.g., Microsoft 365, Azure, cybersecurity)

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What we Offer

A structured, mentorship-driven internship program focused on real-world proposal development
Training in proposal strategy, RFP compliance, section structuring, and content library management
Hands-on experience working with delivery leads, solution architects, and business development teams
Flexible working hours in a remote-first or hybrid environment to accommodate academic commitments
Certificate of completion and potential reference or contract extension based on performance
Exposure to high-quality tools and templates used in enterprise-level RFP responses and staff augmentation proposals

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To apply, please send your resume and a short cover letter to careers@bitsummit.com, highlighting your relevant experience and interest in the role. BITSUMMIT welcomes and encourages applications from candidates with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process.

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Hiring Process

We believe that finding the right talent is key to our success. At BITSUMMIT, our hiring process is designed to ensure a smooth and transparent experience for all candidates, where we focus on skill, passion, and cultural fit. Here's how our process works:

Initial Application Review
‍Once we receive your resume, our recruitment team will carefully review your experience and qualifications to determine if your skills align with the role.
First Interview: Getting to know You
In this stage, you’ll have a conversation with our hiring manager to dive deeper into your background, interests, and how your experience can contribute to BITSUMMIT’s success.
Technical Assessment
If your profile matches, we’ll invite you to complete a technical assessment. This helps us evaluate your problem-solving skills and approach to design challenges.
Final Interview: Meet the Team
The final stage involves meeting our leadership and project teams. This will be a chance for you to see if we’re the right fit for your career aspirations, and for us to understand how you’ll thrive in our community.

Please apply via our email at careers@bitsummit.com with your resume.

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