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Leidos

System Engineer Intern

Leidos

Published 14 May 2026
USA
48K - 87K USD Annual
Remote
Onsite

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Role Highlights

Languages used

Java
Python
C++
JavaScript
SQL

Key skills

Information Systems
QA
Written Communication
Data Structures
Software Systems
Unit Testing
Operations
SDLC
Deployment
Frontend
Database
Interfaces
Backend

Tools, Libraries and Frameworks

MS Office
PowerPoint

Description

The intern will support the operations engineering team by updating network diagrams and system documentation. Responsibilities include developing algorithms to identify data dependencies and building front-end tools to access databases. The role involves managing system access, supporting interface connections, and creating operational policies and procedures. The intern will also assist with data imports and organize project documentation. Throughout the program, the intern will gain experience in monitoring information systems and troubleshooting network performance.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and possess US citizenship to obtain an ADP IT-III Public Trust Clearance. Proficiency in Microsoft Office365 is required, alongside strong verbal and written communication skills. The role demands effective time management, adaptability, and a proactive approach to learning. Preferred qualifications include programming proficiency in languages such as Java, Python, C++, or JavaScript, as well as a foundational understanding of data structures, algorithms, and the software development life cycle.

Disclaimer

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About the company

Leidos

Size

33167

Founded

HQ

Reston, US

Public/Private

Public Company

Description

Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health. Our 47,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $14.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 30, 2022. 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 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. Your most important work is ahead, visit careers.leidos.com for our latest opportunities.

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