About Forterra
Forterra is a leading provider of autonomous systems for ground-based movement in the working world. Amongst some of the earliest innovators in the field of driverless technology, Forterra is focused on building systems that protect front-line soldiers and enable civilian workers in our industrial base. Forterra is the go-to provider of ground autonomy solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense, which harnesses the technology for asymmetric warfare in critical conditions.

About the role

Forterra is currently seeking high-performing interns to join our Summer 2025 internship cohort with the Growth Team. Joining Forterra as an intern is an excellent way to get hands-on experience working in a high-technology, start-up environment where you'll gain experience working through stimulating business development challenges while collaborating with employees at all levels, from your peers to our Executive team. This is a 3-month paid internship located in Washington, D.C.

The deadline for applications is January 31, 2025.

What you'll do

As a Growth Intern, you will work closely with our Growth Leads and Mission Operations Leads to identify opportunities and develop strategies to drive the growth of Forterra’s new business. Your responsibilities will include: 

• Conducting market research and competitive analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and potential new business opportunities. 
• Supporting the development of business cases and go-to-market strategies for new initiatives. 
• Assisting in the preparation of proposals, pitch decks, and presentations for potential customers and partners. 
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including product, engineering, and marketing, to align business objectives. 

What We're Looking For

We're less interested in what you've done and more interested in how you've done it. In general, Forterrans display the below attributes, and can point to experiences throughout their academic career to demonstrate it.  

• Hates to lose and badly wants to win - positive customer outcomes are all that matter 
• A strong interest in defense and dual-use technology, autonomous vehicles, mobility, and technology innovation. 
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset. 
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships. 
• A basic understanding of product development cycles or software tools used in technology companies. 
• Ownership Mentality: You take pride in your work with no job too big or too small for your scope.  
• Unrelenting Urgency: You approach your role with a sense of urgency and love to solve problems quickly and efficiently. 
• Desire to Learn: You are hungry to learn as much as you can about what we do, how we do it, and how you can best support.  
• Team Approach: You work well with others and don't take yourself too seriously.  

Education & Experience

• Must be currently pursing a graduate degree

US Monthly Compensation Range
 $8,000/month
 

The monthly compensation range for this role is an estimate and is based on a wide variety of compensation factors. The compensation offered to candidates will vary based on a variety of factors including (but not limited to) relevant work experience, education, specialized training, critical expertise, training, and more. Forterra offers competitive benefits for interns including:

• Extremely generous company holiday calendar.
• Fully stocked beverage refrigerators with all the Celsius your little heart desires. 

Your recruiter will be able to share more information about our salary and benefits offering during the hiring process. 

Forterra is an equal-opportunity employer, providing and promoting equal employment opportunity in accordance with local, state, and federal laws. Forterrans are unique, talented individuals who are united through a shared passion to deliver autonomous systems that enable national resilience and a robust supply chain. All qualified applications will receive equal consideration for employment.