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Corporate Project Planning and EVM Intern

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Leidos

2mo ago

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Engineering
  • $44.9K - $81.1K

Requirements

  • Basic Qualifications:
  • Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in a relevant field.
  • Strong passion for Agile methodologies and practices.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
  • Must be eligible to work in the United States.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of software development life cycle (SDLC) processes.
  • Familiarity with Jira or other Agile project management tools.
  • Previous internship or coursework related to Agile methodologies.
  • Enthusiasm for learning and adapting to new challenges.

Responsibilities

  • Assist more senior-level specialists and managers in their activities that are technical in nature
  • Complete tasks individually and/or as a team participant
  • Seek guidance when needed but requires moderate guidance and direction
  • Follow established processes and checklists and create additional ones with the support of more experienced team membersA key role in supporting the evolution of the planning and cost integration practices
  • Document the specific changes needed to evolve the associated practices
  • Provide this feedback to the tool, process, or people owners of the associated solutions to aid in championing consistent practices and process improvement across the company
  • Aid in incorporating these practices into our overall planning and scheduling practices as part of our effort to better align all EVM COE solutions
  • Identifies, defines, and addresses problems that are not immediately evident but typically not complex. Problems are typically within a narrow scope and are solved through drawing from prior experiences or standard procedures and basic analysis.
  • Communicate with peers to explain facts, basic analysis, processes, and practices related to the area.
  • Requires limited use and/or application of basic principles, theories, and concepts. Utilizes limited knowledge of industry practices and standards.

Consulting
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1969
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Leidos is a company that specializes in providing scientific, engineering, and technology solutions to various industries, including defense, health, and energy. They offer services such as systems integration, data analytics, cybersecurity, and research and development. Leidos' ultimate goal is to apply their expertise to solve complex challenges and make a positive impact on the world. Their purpose revolves around delivering innovative solutions that improve safety, security, and efficiency in critical sectors, ultimately contributing to advancements in technology, science, and human well-being. Through collaboration and innovation, Leidos aims to create a safer, healthier, and more sustainable future for individuals and communities.

Culture & Values

  • Integrity

    Is having the courage to make tough ethical decisions, taking pride in our work, being transparent with our team, and being respectful of everyone.

  • Inclusion

    Is fostering a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, and providing equal access to opportunities and resources for everyone.

  • Innovation

    Is not limited to our engineers and scientists. It is acting as a catalyst. Being tenacious and curious to help us excel and be a part of a learning organization.

  • Agility

    Is being flexible, creative, and resilient. It is our ability to think and act small while using the size and strength of our balance sheet to our advantage.

  • Collaboration

    Is being team-oriented and proactively engaging to meet shared objectives. It is about building relationships and staying connected with each other.

  • Commitment

    Is being accountable, taking ownership, modeling servant leadership, and operating with a sense of urgency to our customers and teams.

Benefits

  • Compensation

    We structure our salaries to be competitive for the region, market conditions, hardship, and hazards. We also: Reward your contributions to the company and our customers' mission. Recognize and reward notable advances for your profession, the company, and your customers. Ensure fairness, comply with applicable federal, state, and international laws, and meet applicable audit entities' standards.

  • Health and well-being

    Comprehensive health coverage and other health and well-being programs are designed to keep you and your family healthy.

  • Income protection

    Benefits should provide peace of mind, support you and your family, and help you successfully navigate life events. We took all these factors into account when we developed our income protection.

  • Leave

    Time off is as important to your professional productivity as it is to your personal well-being. We offer several types of leave that together total the time you need to live your life outside the office.

  • Paid time off (PTO)

    As an eligible employee, you’ll be able to accrue paid time off for vacations, personal business, and short-term illness. You can also borrow up to 40 hours of PTO before you accrue it, with your manager’s approval.

  • Paid parental leave

    Eligible employees may take the lesser of twenty (20) days or four (4) weeks of paid parental leave.

  • Holidays

    Most Leidos employees get ten paid holidays each year, three floating holidays* to be used at your discretion and these seven fixed holidays. Note: Holidays may vary based on contractual requirements.

  • Retirement

    Employees are eligible to participate in the Leidos 401(k) Retirement Plan. Company match is determined by the employee’s fringe benefit package.

  • Financial well-being

    Leidos believes that financial well-being is an important part of a person's overall health and well-being. Therefore, we are pleased to offer a complimentary suite of programs to meet the varying needs of employees. Programs are dedicated to helping you with improving or maintaining your overall financial wellness by offering educational seminars, webinars, one-on-one coaching, and tools such as the Student Loan Assistance tool. Programs are designed to help you with your financial goals such as budgeting, managing credit card debt, paying off student loans, retirement readiness and more.

  • Family benefits

    Understanding the inherent challenges of balancing work and family responsibilities, we offer benefits to make family life a little easier