Summer 2026
Data Analytics Intern
Posted on 5/19/2026
Leidos
10,001+ employees
Defense, intelligence, and civil IT solutions
Compensation Overview
$23.13 - $41.80/hr
No H1B Sponsorship
Bethesda, MD, USA
In Person
US Citizenship Required
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- Ongoing studies within a bachelor’s program in Computer Science or similar field with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Experience with Python, Supervised Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks (PyTorch) is preferred
- Experience with JavaScript and JS frameworks such as React.
- Solid understanding of software development process fundamentals.
- Strong, self-motivated desire to learn new programming languages, tools, frameworks, and techniques.
- Ability to complete tasking independently with minimal direct supervision.
- Ability to work and collaborate effectively within a multi-disciplined engineering team.
- Team players who can express and explain their ideas to others.
- Previous internship
- Ability to obtain a Public Trust security clearance.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Support building end-to-end pipelines for document processing, classification, and data extraction
- Participate in designing and implementation of machine learning models for classification, prediction, and sentiment analysis
- Develop AI-powered tools to automate workflows, including document summarization and task extraction
- Work with structured and unstructured data, including text, images, and transcripts
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including data scientists, analysts, and stakeholders
- Generate technical documentation, pseudocode, and test cases to support development efforts
- Perform data analysis and create visualizations to support decision-making
- Ensure data security, including handling of sensitive information such as PII
- Participate in testing, debugging, and deployment of applications
Leidos is a large technology and engineering company that serves defense, intelligence, healthcare, and civil government customers. It provides scientific, engineering, and IT solutions to help ensure safety, health, and efficiency, from upgrading air traffic control to strengthening cybersecurity for critical missions. The company delivers integrated systems and services—software, research, cyber defense, and digital modernization—through programs that span government and commercial clients. Leidos stands out through its long history as SAIC’s split-off and rapid growth via major acquisitions, creating a broad, mission-focused portfolio across defense, space, intelligence, and civilian sectors. Its overarching goal is to help customers solve hard problems with advanced technology, enabling safer operations and better public services.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Reston, Virginia
Founded
1969
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- The May 16, 2026 LCCM award supports scalable missile manufacturing starting 2027.
- The $2.7 billion hypersonics contract improves visibility as prototyping transitions toward production.
- Q1 FY26 backlog reached $48.4 billion, supporting near-term revenue conversion.
What critics are saying
- Defense margins are pressured by fixed-price development work and early-stage program execution.
- Entrust integration distracts management and increases portfolio complexity after the $2.4 billion acquisition.
- A 0.8 book-to-bill ratio signals backlog conversion weakness despite a large backlog.
What makes Leidos unique
- Leidos spans defense, intelligence, health, and civil missions from Reston, Virginia.
- Its 2016 Lockheed Martin IS&GS merger created a dominant federal technology platform.
- NorthStar 2030 organizes growth across defense tech, cyber, energy, and mission software.
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Benefits
Medical, dental, & vision insurance
Health Savings account
Income protection
PTO
Paid parental leave
Jury duty pay
Bereavement leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Family Benefits
Company News
Leidos awarded US Department of War contract to build 3,000 Low-Cost Containerized Munitions (LCCM). May 16, 2026 America's warfighters will receive an initial 3,000 Leidos (NYSE: LDOS) Low-Cost Containerized Munitions (LCCM) through a framework agreement with the Department of War that advances President Donald J. Trump and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's "Arsenal of Freedom" initiative. The new cruise missile is expected to significantly enhance the country's ground-launched combat capability, demonstrating Leidos' ability to rapidly scale defense production and deliver decisive capabilities to the U.S. military. Leidos will expand its workforce and enhance its facilities in Huntsville, Alabama, and McEwen, Tennessee, to produce the LCCM. Consistent with the DoW's desire to utilize commercial products, development of Leidos' LCCM is company-funded, leveraging the technologies in its AGM-190A Small Cruise Missile (SCM) program. "We're answering the Department of War's call to revolutionize the procurement of critical capabilities at scale, with a focus on speed to operational capability," said Leidos Chief Executive Officer Tom Bell. "This agreement reflects the department's appreciation of Leidos' defense tech prowess and their trust in our proven history in delivering advanced missile technologies." Leidos started LCCM work in December, reaching a conceptual design with the Pentagon that is capable of achieving all mission objectives. Full system design, development and test will result in production beginning in 2027. At approximately twice the size of the AGM-190A, the LCCM offers increased mission effectiveness and fuel capacity to maximize range. Building on the Leidos Small Cruise Missile's heritage, the LCCM leverages key design features including a modular airframe and a common Weapon Open Systems Architecture (WOSA) to enable rapid integration, upgrades and mission adaptability. The design also utilizes Leidos' established supply chain and scalable production approach. While initially ground-launched, LCCM's modular design could also support maritime platform integration and air-launched variants. Leidos' decision to fund development and expand its production capabilities reflects its commitment to advancing operational capabilities through its NorthStar 2030 strategy. Leidos is a proven leader in the design, development and integration of advanced missile systems, launchers and precision strike technologies for the U.S. military. In addition to the AGM-190A, Leidos is the prime contractor for the U.S. Army's Indirect Fire Protection Capability Increment 2 (IFPC 2) system and supports next-generation hypersonic strike capabilities through its work on the Common Hypersonic Glide Body. The company also delivers precision munitions integration and advanced guidance and sensor technologies that strengthen integrated air and missile defense architectures. Post Views: 61
Leidos Holdings raised $1.39 billion through senior notes maturing in 2029 and 2036 to fund its acquisition of KENE Parent, the owner of Entrust. The notes include a special mandatory redemption clause at 101% of principal if the transaction isn't completed by mid-August 2026. The Virginia-based defence and technology company also secured a $454.9 million contract to modernise the US Air Force's Cloud One platform, partnering with Amazon and Google to enhance security and automation. Founded in 1969, Leidos serves defence, intelligence, civil and health markets, offering solutions in cybersecurity, data analytics and systems engineering. The company maintains strategic flexibility to use the note proceeds for general corporate purposes if needed.
Leidos (NYSE: LDOS) doubles energy reach with $2.4B Entrust deal. Filing Impact Filing Sentiment Rhea-AI Filing summary. Leidos Holdings, Inc., through its subsidiary Leidos, Inc., has completed its acquisition of KENE Parent, Inc., known as ENTRUST Solutions Group, for $2,400,000,000 in cash under a previously announced Stock Purchase Agreement. The deal transfers all issued and outstanding Entrust shares to Leidos, with the price subject to customary cash, debt, expense and net working capital adjustments. ENTRUST adds more than 3,100 professionals focused on electric grid engineering and natural gas infrastructure and effectively doubles Leidos' presence in the energy infrastructure market. Leidos highlights that ENTRUST broadens its power delivery engineering capabilities, expands its base of utility customers, and supports the energy growth pillar of its NorthStar 2030 strategy. Leidos reported approximately $17.2 billion in annual revenue for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. Insights. Leidos closes a sizable, strategic $2.4B energy infrastructure acquisition. The company has finalized its all-cash $2,400,000,000 purchase of ENTRUST Solutions Group, acquiring all outstanding shares under a Stock Purchase Agreement. ENTRUST brings more than 3,100 specialists in electric grid and natural gas infrastructure, immediately expanding Leidos' capabilities and customer reach in utility markets. Management states the deal effectively doubles Leidos' presence in the energy infrastructure market and supports the energy growth pillar of its NorthStar 2030 strategy. With Leidos reporting about $17.2 billion in annual revenue for the year ended January 2, 2026, this is a meaningful bolt-on transaction, though financial accretion, synergies and integration progress are not quantified in this disclosure. 8-K event classification. 4 items: 1.01, 2.01, 7.01, 9.01 03/30/2026 - 06:09 AM Faq. What did Leidos (LDOS) acquire in this 8-K filing? Leidos, through its subsidiary, acquired all outstanding shares of KENE Parent, Inc., known as ENTRUST Solutions Group. ENTRUST provides engineering, consulting, design and data solutions for utilities and operators, strengthening Leidos' energy infrastructure and grid modernization capabilities across North America. How much did Leidos (LDOS) pay to acquire ENTRUST Solutions Group? Leidos paid approximately $2,400,000,000 in cash to acquire ENTRUST, with the price subject to customary adjustments for cash, debt, transaction expenses and net working capital. The consideration is all-cash and transfers all issued and outstanding shares of ENTRUST to Leidos' subsidiary. When did Leidos (LDOS) complete the ENTRUST acquisition? Leidos completed the ENTRUST acquisition on March 27, 2026, when its subsidiary closed the previously announced Stock Purchase Agreement. A related press release dated March 30, 2026, announced the closing and described how the deal fits within Leidos' long-term NorthStar 2030 energy strategy. How does the ENTRUST acquisition affect Leidos' energy infrastructure business? The acquisition effectively doubles Leidos' presence in the energy infrastructure market by adding more than 3,100 professionals with electric grid and natural gas expertise. It broadens power delivery engineering capabilities and expands Leidos' utility customer base, supporting its energy-focused growth pillar. How large is Leidos compared with the ENTRUST transaction value? Leidos reported approximately $17.2 billion in annual revenue for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. Against this backdrop, the roughly $2.4 billion all-cash ENTRUST acquisition represents a significant but not transformational investment in its energy infrastructure strategy. Filing exhibits & attachments. 4 documents Press releases.
Christopher Craige joins Leidos as VP, USAF strategic account executive. The latest appointment at Leidos underscores the growing focus on strengthening Air Force partnerships and advancing air and space priorities across the defense sector. Attend the 2026 Air and Space Summit to join the conversation shaping next-generation air and space capabilities. Register now! In a LinkedIn post, the company said Craige will help strengthen its relationship with the Department of the Air Force and support air and space strategic initiatives. Who is christopher Craige? Craige most recently served as chief operating officer at Business Executives for National Security. He is a distinguished graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy with over three decades of leadership experience. He served as a command pilot flying the F-15E, C-130 and MC-12, including combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. He held senior roles across joint service commands and worked with military branches, federal agencies and congressional stakeholders. He commanded operations at Incirlik Air Base in Turkey during NATO's response to the Syrian civil war and later led an Air Expeditionary Wing in Kabul, Afghanistan. Craige also served as a combatant command strategist focused on Africa, chief of staff for a major command overseeing Europe and Africa operations, and the Air Force's military aide to the vice president. How does Leidos support Air Force operations? Leidos supports the Air Force through cloud modernization, managed IT services and mission systems support. The company secured a task order worth up to $455 million to provide Cloud One architecture and shared services. In addition, Leidos won a $149 million contract from the service to provide managed services for Project Night Owl, including network, application, infrastructure and security support for a critical national security system. The company has also partnered with the Air Force to launch an IT help desk facility at the Pentagon.
John Solly, a former Department of Government Efficiency operative, has been identified as the individual accused in a whistleblower complaint of planning to share sensitive Social Security Administration data with his new employer. Multiple sources confirmed Solly's identity to WIRED. Since October, Solly has served as chief technology officer for the health IT division of government contractor Leidos, which holds contracts with SSA potentially worth up to $1.5 billion. The complaint alleges Solly told colleagues he stored SSA's Numerical Identification System and death master file data on a thumb drive and sought help transferring it to a personal computer. Solly, through legal counsel, denied any wrongdoing. Leidos also stated it found no evidence supporting the allegations. At SSA, Solly supported DOGE initiatives including Digital SSN and death master file cleanup.