Summer 2027 - Data Innovations Intern

Responsibilities

We are seeking a 2027 summer intern to support our Learning Management and Support Services (LMSS) contract with our Intelligence Community client. At Noblis, our LMSS contract has numerous teams that support the educational and professional development for our client’s workforce. In this project, the intern will work with our Special Projects and Innovations team to identify, develop, and implement data science, machine learning, and artificial (super) intelligence strategies for a variety of different teams, applications, and types of data.

You will be involved in innovative and meaningful work that supports the adult learning life cycle. You will work alongside and gain exposure to industry leading expertise that is transforming the tradecraft and overall mission effectiveness.

A successful candidate will lead their own project(s) that integrate process improvements across a large-scale learning enterprise. They will have strong communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills. They will be a self-starter who is comfortable working both independently and with teams. They will also be adaptable to shifting priorities and creative solutions to challenges. This internship requires you to work three days a week in Reston, VA and one day a week in Springfield, VA.

This internship has the ability to be customized to your skills. Some general areas of technical expertise that lend themself to this position could include:

Data Science/Engineering

Computer Science

Software Development/Engineering

AI/ML Engineering

Project/Business Analysis

Other technical skills

Responsibilities

• Learn the interdependence of cross-functional teams and implement data strategy using data science skills.
• Use data software tools to design, implement, and evaluate organizational improvements.
• Report insights and help clients to make decisions and find improvement opportunities.
• Integrating legacy tools with advanced AI capabilities.
• Translating client needs into technical requirements while navigating technical and network restrictions.
• Support innovation-related projects by identifying user needs, collecting data, performing analysis & interpretation and visualization of time series process data.

Required Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship

• GPA of 3.3 or higher
• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and organizational skills
• Ability to be a self-starter with demonstrated customer support and collaboration expertise
• Ability to work in a team-based environment
• Ability to improvise and adapt open-source software solutions in a network-restricted secure environment
• Experience with various coding and data visualization techniques and languages such as: Python, R, JavaScript, Tableau
• Experience with databases and management tools such as: SQL, Access, PowerBI, Elastic Stack

Desired Qualifications

• TS/SCI clearance or interest in obtaining a clearance
• Experience with advanced ML/data science techniques using PyTorch, TensorFlow, or scikit-learn
• Familiarity with training and fine-tuning AI models including large language models, agent-based systems, and retrieval augmented generation (RAG)
• Familiarity with Agile development workflows
• Familiarity with using Git for version control

Experience or confidence with public speaking

Familiarity with human centered design

Familiarity with Adult Learning Methodologies such as ADDIE, Kirkpatrick, or LTEM

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.

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