AI Research Intern

Leidos is seeking a motivated intern to support our work in Artificial Intelligence research. The position will be based out of our Arlington, VA office OR San Diego, CA. However, this position is available as remote work or onsite.

This candidate will work with other researchers and engineers in research projects focused on developing innovative AI solutions. Tasks involved in this research include adapting and extending AI technologies to new applications, developing prototypes, drafting research papers, and supporting existing cyber programs. The candidate must be intellectually adaptive, inquisitive, communicative, a self-starter and problem-solver, and self-managed when necessary. The intern will be responsible for developing, defending, executing and presenting the results of a research plan.

Primary Responsibilities

-At the direction of the project lead, analyze and assess internal projects and artifacts as part of developing innovative AI solutions.

- Support analysis and interpretation of experimental results by senior researchers and decision-makers.

- Communicate plans and results effectively through written status reports and presentations.

Basic Qualifications

- Pursuing a Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related technical field.

- Has experience with programming languages such as Java, Scala, C/C++, Ruby, Rust, or Python.

- Coursework in artificial intelligence and/or machine learning.

- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

- US citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

- Hands-on experience working with AI technologies

- Demonstrable experience and curiosity in AI.

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Original Posting:

November 10, 2025

For 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.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $46,800.00 - $84,600.00

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.