DoD SkillBridge Internship: Senior Market Insights Analyst
SkillBridge Host Company: LEAP
SkillBridge Provider: Vets2PM LLC
Location: Broomfield, CO (Hybrid - primarily onsite)
Applicants must
be active-duty U.S. Military Members who qualify
for the DoD SkillBridge Program.
LEAP is a dual-use space logistics company building the vehicles, infrastructure, and technologies to move goods anywhere on Earth or in orbit in minutes. We operate at the intersection of aerospace and advanced manufacturing, developing scalable rapid-launch systems for both commercial and defense missions. We operate with a builder mindset focused on ownership, speed, and disciplined execution.
Provide defense market research and competitive intelligence to inform company growth strategy. Provide research and analysis on defense markets and competitors to help leadership make informed decisions. This is similar to intelligence or strategic planning roles.
Military Backgrounds That Translate Well
- Intelligence Officer
- Strategic Planner
- Resource Analyst
- Operations Research
- Targeting Officer
- Plans Officer
- Active duty within 180 days of separation
- Relevant leadership or operational experience
- Strong communication skills
- U.S. Person status required
LEAP offers transitioning service members the opportunity to immediately contribute to meaningful programs. SkillBridge participants work directly with leadership, gain exposure to aerospace and defense growth strategy, and build experience that translates into long-term industry careers. This SkillBridge role is intended as a pipeline for potential full-time employment but does not guarantee conversion.
Compensation (If hired after the SkillBridge internship):
Salary Range: $100,000 – $120,000
The estimated salary range for this role reflects various compensation factors. The final offer depends on factors such as work experience, education, training, key skills, and business needs. In addition, LEAP provides a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, which includes:
- Equity Program: Equity plan participation is available to all employees following an initial 90-day employment period and is performance-based. Equity allocations are determined on a case-by-case basis and are not guaranteed. Managers may make recommendations based on individual and team performance. All equity grants are subject to executive review and approval in accordance with the Company’s equity plan.
- Growth Opportunities: Professional development support and clear exposure to executive leadership
- Flexible Time Off: PTO as needed, company holidays, and two week-long winter breaks
- Work Location: This is a primarily on-site role due to the nature of the work
- Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage at minimal to no cost for employees
- Insurance Coverage: Access to a range of optional insurance plans to meet individual and family needs.
[NOTE: Because this is a SkillBridge Internship, it is
understood that no single candidate will have equal
expertise in all the areas of responsibility listed.
Successful candidates will possess a compelling
combination of many of them and the self-awareness and
wisdom to leverage existing and/or new resources in the
area(s) where they lack personal mastery.]
- Mentorship and guidance via weekly SkillBridge
Intern Zoom Meetings.
- PM Fundamentals course, Resume writing, LinkedIn
optimization, and interview skills course.
- Other free resources, including an electronic copy
of 'How to Speak Civilian Fluently'.
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