Operations Research & Analytics Intern

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks an analytical intern to support the Strategic Systems Analysis Group in Alexandria, VA. The role focuses on operations research, data science, and physics-based modeling to inform DoD clients.

You will develop models, analyze data, and create visualizations while learning from a skilled, mission-focused team dedicated to results that matter. A DoD clearance may be pursued as you contribute to high-stakes projects.

Qualifications

• Working toward a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mathematics, Operations Research, Data Science, Computer Science, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
• Coursework or experience with linear optimization, discrete optimization, machine learning, Bayesian statistics, probability theory, or simulation.
• Experience with Python, R, or a similar programming language.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support to SSAG customers to help make better decisions.
• Formulate problems, propose solution methods, and conduct analysis.
• Develop and apply operations research techniques such as optimization, simulation, decision analysis, and statistics.
• Create data visualizations to support decision analysis and client communication.
• Assist in development of briefings, memos, and other contract deliverables.

Skills

Python

R

Linear optimization

Discrete optimization

Machine learning

Bayesian statistics

Probability theory

Simulation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mathematics or related technical discipline

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks an analytical intern to support the Strategic Systems Analysis Group in Alexandria, VA. The role focuses on operations research, data science, and physics-based modeling to inform DoD clients.

You will develop models, analyze data, and create visualizations while learning from a skilled, mission-focused team dedicated to results that matter. A DoD clearance may be pursued as you contribute to high-stakes projects.