Business Systems AI Intern

Leidos; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos invites applications for the SMIT Marine Corps & OCONUS team internship in Herndon, VA. The role supports automation, AI-enabled workflows, and tool integration under MC&O leadership. You’ll work with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and build AI-assisted solutions.

The ideal candidate is pursuing a related bachelor’s degree, has advanced Excel skills, and demonstrates strong analytical and communication abilities. U.S.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree in a related field (CS, Eng, analytics, IS).
• Strong Excel skills with advanced formulas/macros desired.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written/spoken communication; capable of multi-tasking in proposals.

Responsibilities

• Enhance and integrate reporting tools, automation and AI.
• Maintain and enhance internally developed tools.
• Develop or support tools that analyze data to identify similar or analogous tasks.
• Conduct targeted research on technical services to support automation.

Skills

Excel macros

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

DoD clearance eligible

Education

Bachelor's in CS/Engineering/Analytics

Tools

Salesforce

Power BI

SharePoint

Job description

Description

The SMIT Marine Corps & OCONUS (MC&O) team is seeking a Business Systems & AI Solutions Intern to support automation and process improvement as part of the US Navy SMIT MC&O Team.

This intern will work directly with MC&O leadership and cross-functional teams to enhance and integrate internal tools, streamline workflows, and leverage AI to automate manual processes where applicable.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Enhance and integrate reporting tools, automation and AI
• Maintain and enhance internally developed tools
• Develop or support tools that analyze data to identify similar or analogous tasks
• Conduct targeted research on technical services to support automation

Basic Qualifications:

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field
• Strong Excel skills, including advanced formulas and macros
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multi-task, self-assign work, and operate in a fast-paced proposal environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Candidates must be US citizens able to obtain and/or maintain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance as a condition of employment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with JavaScript, Visual Basic/VBA, and/or Python
• Experience applying AI or generative AI tools to business or analytical problems
• Familiarity with Salesforce, Power BI, SharePoint, or similar platforms
• Experience working with automation tools, data repositories, or legacy systems
• Ability to remain upbeat, positive, and constructive under high-pressure deadlines

Pay Range:

Pay Range $40,300.00 - $72,850.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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

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