Engineering Intern – Computational Fluid Dynamics

Engineering Intern – Computational Fluid Dynamics

The Advanced Materials Group at Leidos is seeking a motivated Engineering Intern – Computational Fluid Dynamics to work in our Huntsville AL, office this upcoming summer of 2026. This role will be an in-person position. Our ideal candidate will be enrolled in an Engineering program. As an Engineering Intern you will gain hands on experience working on challenging projects in a dynamic environment.

Our interns will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals on a variety of program goals. We are seeking someone with a strong academic background in engineering, finite element analysis, excellent problem-solving skills, and a desire to learn and grow. If you have a passion for engineering and a drive to make a difference in the world, then this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and run CFD simulations in support of ongoing programs
• Collaborate with experienced professionals to build models in COMSOL
• Collaborate with senior engineers to refine models and troubleshoot new and existing models
• Assist in the validation of models through comparison with analytical results
• Contribute to the development of project plans and timelines.
• Learn and adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Attend meetings and provide updates on project progress.
• Continuously seek opportunities to learn and improve skills in engineering.
• Maintain communication with team members and supervisors to ensure project goals are met.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically.
• Take initiative and show a willingness to learn and take in new challenges.
• Adhere to project deadlines and deliver high-quality work.
• Represent the company in a professional manner and uphold its values and standards.
• Craft and present a poster by the end of the summer highlighting your projects/work

Basic Qualifications

• US Citizen
• 3.0 GPA or higher
• Currently enrolled in a degree program of Engineering, Computer Science, or other related discipline at an accredited University.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a collaborative environment.
• Experience writing technical reports and documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with finite element analysis software (COMSOL, Ansys, OpenFoam, or other)
• Experience with programming languages (Python, C, C++)
• Strong technical background in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and mathematics

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