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About Alta Ares
Alta Ares is an air defense Neoprime. We build AI-guided interceptors to counter drones and cruise missiles, along with the software platform that powers them.
Our customers are NATO-aligned militaries and defense institutions, and our systems are regularly deployed during live exercises and operational demonstrations across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
Founded in 2024, we have grown to 90 people, raised over $60M, and increased revenue 40× this year. We are now entering a new phase of international expansion, industrial scaling, fundraising, and product development.
Monitor and identify relevant military tenders and calls for proposals (DGA, European Defense Fund, NATO)
Preparation and submission of responses to identified tenders
Track defense innovation programs and coordinate application processes
Defense Intelligence & Strategic Analysis:
Track doctrinal evolutions in autonomous systems and C-UAS operations
Produce executive summaries on military requirements, threat assessments, and operational trends
Defense Ecosystem & Coordination:
Engage with defense industrial base: prime contractors, GICAT, military R&D centers
Candidate Profile
Education: Student in Master's degree with orientation in Defense & Security, International Relations/Security, Public Affairs.
Required Skills & Qualities
Defense background: deep understanding of French Armed Forces organization, military doctrine, and defense procurement processes
Military technology: genuine interest and knowledge in military AI, drones, ISR systems, and counter-UAS operations
Procurement experience: familiarity with defense tenders, public procurement procedures, and funding mechanisms
Excellent writing skills: ability to produce military-grade documentation, technical responses, and operational briefings for C-Level
Military environment : comfortable engaging with military personnel, defense officials, and operational units
Autonomy and initiative
Fluent English (written and spoken)
Security clearance eligibility : French nationality is a must have
Discretion and operational security
Nice to have
Prior Defense experience (service, reserves, defense internships)
Existing relationships within French Armed Forces or DGA
Experience with defense procurement responses or military project management
Technical understanding of AI, computer vision, or robotics
Knowledge of Ukrainian (language, culture)
Role context
This Internship - Public Affairs & Partnership role at Alta Ares sits in the business_development track within defense and autonomy. The position is tied to Paris, France and is posted earlier in the current hiring cycle, which signals active hiring intent rather than archived demand. Compensation is not disclosed in the source listing, so candidates should verify range details directly with the employer. Combined with the live company and role links on this page, this listing gives candidates a direct path to compare equivalent openings by employer, market, and role focus.
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