Data Science Intern

Primary Responsibilities

Work with a mentor to develop cutting edge machine learning algorithms and statistical models for national defense.

Work with a mentor to research and apply state-of-the-art solutions to novel problems across the active and passive sensing domains.

Work with a mentor to conduct actionable data analysis.

Contribute to AI/ML research code in support of rapid prototyping.

Document results.

Basic Qualifications

• Junior or Senior in college working towards a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics, or related field.
• Experience in Python and the standard machine learning libraries.
• Good analytical and mathematical skills.
• Interest in scientific algorithm development, applied machine learning research, large dataset analysis, and signal processing methodologies.
• Interest in innovation, problem solving, and achieving technical results.
• Ability and desire to learn new concepts.
• Able to obtain a Top-Secret Security Clearance.
• If U.S. citizen, able to meet U.S. Citizenship requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a graduate program.
• Experience with machine learning methods and concepts.

About the Role

Leidos tackles the most challenging national defense problems using advanced signal processing algorithms and data analytics. At our San Diego, CA office, we have a dedicated and experienced team of Scientists and Engineers devoted to squeezing the last bit of information from every data set. We are seeking a Data Science Intern with an interest in algorithm research, development, and implementation, who also possesses a strong scientific curiosity and desire to learn new things.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship is required.

Skills

Experience in Python and the standard machine learning libraries.

Benefits

Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025.

Pay and Benefits

Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement.

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Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.