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Are you passionate about solving complex problems using AI and Machine Learning? Are you excited to build cutting-edge technology and contribute to innovative research that drives real-world impact?
Leidos is looking for Data Scientist Intern to join our team and contribute to Research and Development efforts spanning areas such as Natural Language Processing, Reinforcement Learning, AI Ethics, and Predictive Analytics. This is an excellent opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of experts and make meaningful contributions to the field of AI/ML.
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We are looking for someone who is intellectually adaptive, likes to collaborate, inquisitive, and capable of conducting original science. You will work closely with junior and senior research/data scientists with expertise in information retrieval, large language models, information science, artificial intelligence, and statistics. You should be strongly experienced in Python coding and research methodologies and have knowledge of commonly used ML libraries (SciKit-learn).
Primary Responsibilities
- Design build, train, and evaluate machine learning models across various domains.
- Conduct original research and develop innovative solutions in areas such as Predictive Analytics, Explainable AI, and statistical modeling.
- Collaborate with AI/ML researchers and engineers using Agile methodologies.
- Analyze complex datasets to identify trends and inform decision-making processes.
- Communicate findings, insights, and methodologies to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Contribute to the development of tools and technologies for deployment in real-world environments.
- Implement appropriate modeling and data science strategies required to address customer needs
Basic Qualifications
- Must be enrolled in degree program and actively seeking a Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Computer Science, Data Science or related field
- Strong Python programming fundamentals.
- Experience with AI/ML tools, such as common Python packages (e.g., scikit-learn, NumPy, Pandas) and Jupyter notebooks.
- Knowledge of machine learning algorithms, statistical modeling, and data analysis techniques.
- Familiarity with research methodologies and practices, including experimental design and hypothesis testing.
- Self-starter with high intellectual curiosity.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with generative AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), or transformer-based architectures.
- Familiarity with data visualization libraries such as Plotly, Streamlit, and matplotlib.
- Willing to learn new skills, tools, and frameworks as needed.
- Ability and willingness to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.
- US Citizenship is required.
At Leidos, we don’t want someone who "fits the mold"—we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.”
If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit right in.
Original Posting:October 16, 2025For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
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.
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What We Do
We Are Leidos
For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world.
OUR MISSION
Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020.
Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®.
Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos.
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