Summer Intern, Pricing Associate

ICF

. Develop accurate, compliant, and competitive pricing solutions supporting ICF proposals .

Posted 9/15/2026part-timeReston • Virginia • United StatesEntry Level💰 $37,855 - $64,354 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing compliant pricing solutions and financial analyses for proposals, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and a solid foundation in Accounting or related fields. Capable of analyzing solicitation requirements and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance pricing strategies and processes.

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Microsoft Excel ProficiencyFinancial AnalysisCost EstimationPricing Strategy DevelopmentAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Pricing ModelsCost Inputs AnalysisFinancial AnalysesData OrganizationProposal PreparationCompliance ReviewCost EstimationBusiness OperationsScenario ComparisonsQuality Control

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailClear CommunicationOrganizational SkillsSound JudgmentProblem-Solving

Industry Keywords

Government ContractingProposal DevelopmentCost AnalysisPricing StrategyFederal ProposalsState ProposalsLocal ProposalsCommercial ClientsSubcontractor CostsIndirect Rates

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop accurate, compliant, and competitive pricing solutions supporting ICF proposals
Analyze solicitation requirements and support pricing models
Help prepare cost and business proposals for federal, state, local, and commercial clients
Review requests for proposals and related documents for pricing requirements, evaluation criteria, submission instructions, compliance considerations, and assumptions
Build, maintain, and quality-check pricing models covering labor, other direct costs, travel, subcontractor costs, indirect rates, fees, and escalation assumptions
Collect, organize, and analyze cost inputs from operations, subcontractors, finance, contracts, and other stakeholders
Document pricing assumptions, methodologies, and supporting rationale
Participate in pricing strategy discussions, proposal reviews, color team reviews, and internal approval processes
Prepare financial analyses, scenario comparisons, and pricing summaries
Contribute to improvements in pricing templates, tools, quality controls, and processes

Requirements

What you’ll need

By start date, at least 15 completed credit hours in Accounting, Data Analytics, Economics, Finance, Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, data organization, workbook review, and detailed pricing models
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail, sound judgment, and ability to follow structured processes and meet deadlines
Interest in cost estimation, pricing, financial analysis, business operations, government consulting, or government contracting

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time 10-week summer internship
Hybrid work from Reston, VA or remote from any U.S. location
Equal opportunity workplace
Reasonable accommodations for disabilities, veterans, and sincerely held religious beliefs
Confidential accommodation support during the application and employment process