Transportation Engineering Lab Intern at Leidos in McLean, VA

Summary: Leidos is seeking a Transportation Engineering Lab Intern in McLean, VA to support lab operations and ongoing research efforts at the FHWA Turner-Fairbank Highway Research Center. This internship provides hands-on experience in a research environment focused on connected and automated vehicle technologies, allowing the intern to contribute to research projects while gaining practical exposure to engineering and data analysis workflows. Responsibilities: - 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 Required Skills: STEM discipline Important Skills: Java, Python, SQL, C++, C#, C, Data analytics Nice-to-Have Skills: Microsoft Office, Software testing, Technical documentation, Team collaboration, Communication skills