Posted today
Public Trust
$48,100 - $86,950
Unspecified
Engineering - Civil
McLean, VA (On-Site/Office)
R-00177513
Description
Leidos is seeking a Transportation Engineering Lab Intern in McLean, VA for April through August 2026, to support lab operations and ongoing research efforts at the FHWA Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center.
This internship will provide hands-on experience in a real-world research environment where connected and automated vehicle technologies are designed, tested, and demonstrated. It will provide practical exposure to operations, engineering and research workflows while allowing the intern to contribute meaningfully to ongoing research projects. The intern will work alongside engineers, software developers, and project managers supporting research that advances intelligent transportation systems and next-generation mobility technologies. Throughout the internship, the student will gain experience with laboratory operations and testing environments, data collection and analysis, technical documentation, and collaborative engineering processes.
This role is in-person at the research facility in McLean, VA. The intern is expected to work 20–40 hours per week on site. Reasonable flexibility will be provided to accommodate academic schedules if needed, with work hours coordinated in advance.
Primary Responsibilities: The intern will support the team with technical and operational tasks that enable ongoing laboratory and project activities. Responsibilities may include:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting: March 4, 2026
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 $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. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com .
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission .
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.
Description
Leidos is seeking a Transportation Engineering Lab Intern in McLean, VA for April through August 2026, to support lab operations and ongoing research efforts at the FHWA Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center.
This internship will provide hands-on experience in a real-world research environment where connected and automated vehicle technologies are designed, tested, and demonstrated. It will provide practical exposure to operations, engineering and research workflows while allowing the intern to contribute meaningfully to ongoing research projects. The intern will work alongside engineers, software developers, and project managers supporting research that advances intelligent transportation systems and next-generation mobility technologies. Throughout the internship, the student will gain experience with laboratory operations and testing environments, data collection and analysis, technical documentation, and collaborative engineering processes.
This role is in-person at the research facility in McLean, VA. The intern is expected to work 20–40 hours per week on site. Reasonable flexibility will be provided to accommodate academic schedules if needed, with work hours coordinated in advance.
Primary Responsibilities: The intern will support the team with technical and operational tasks that enable ongoing laboratory and project activities. Responsibilities may include:
- Supporting research and development teams in identifying, understanding, and helping resolve technical issues
- Assisting with procurement and coordination of development hardware and testing equipment
- Installing, configuring, and testing hardware and software under direct supervision
- Supporting system setup, troubleshooting, and configuration of laboratory computing and testing environments
- Collecting and analyzing data from laboratory testing activities
- Tracking and documenting the performance of hardware and software under evaluation
- Preparing clear and organized technical documentation, progress reports, and presentation materials
- Assisting with scheduling and coordination of testing activities and lab logistics
- Participating in team meetings to review progress, share results, and discuss technical challenges and solutions
Required Qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in, or accepted to, an undergraduate degree program in a STEM discipline, such as computer science, computer/electrical/systems/transportation engineering, or a related field
- Completed coursework in STEM disciplines and demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in engineering, computer science, transportation technology, or related fields
- Familiarity with basic engineering or software development practices
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance, requiring three years of continuous residency in the United States
Preferred Qualifications:
- Coursework or internship experience in intelligent transportation systems (ITS), data analytics, or connected vehicle technologies
- Experience working with Java, Python, SQL, C++, C#, C
- Experience with graphical user interface (GUI) development or interactive data visualization
- Familiarity with software testing, validation, and documentation best practices
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting: March 4, 2026
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 $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. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits .
Securing Your Data
Beware of fake employment opportunities using Leidos’ name. Leidos will never ask you to provide payment-related information during any part of the employment application process (i.e., ask you for money), nor will Leidos ever advance money as part of the hiring process (i.e., send you a check or money order before doing any work). Further, Leidos will only communicate with you through emails that are generated by the Leidos.com automated system – never from free commercial services (e.g., Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail) or via WhatsApp, Telegram, etc. If you received an email purporting to be from Leidos that asks for payment-related information or any other personal information (e.g., about you or your previous employer), and you are concerned about its legitimacy, please make us aware immediately by emailing us at LeidosCareersFraud@leidos.com .
If you believe you are the victim of a scam, contact your local law enforcement and report the incident to the U.S. Federal Trade Commission .
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.
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