Operations Research Analyst Intern

The Capabilities, Analysis and Development (CAD) division of Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is seeking an Operations Research Analyst Intern to support the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T). DHS S&T is responsible for conducting and coordinating Research and Development (R&D) activities across the Department to research, develop, transition, and integrate cutting-edge capabilities to DHS Components, as well as to monitor and maintain the adequacy and operation of existing capabilities.

As a valued contributor to our team, you will support projects requiring interdisciplinary operations research methods including mathematical modeling, simulation, statistics, and data analysis. This includes but is not limited to developing and applying models and concepts that help to illuminate management issues and suggest solutions approaches using predictive analytics, geospatial analysis, big data analysis, optimization, game theory, forecasting, process and mathematical modeling, and probability and statistics.

As an intern at ARA, you will have opportunities for career advancement and continued learning outside of your primary job functions. At ARA, we foster an environment where you are empowered to research and develop your own ideas – with resources and support from a strong internal technical team and external partners. Day-to-day, you can expect flexibility in choosing the level of autonomy suited to you while enjoying great opportunities for personal growth.

Applicants for this position may support a variety of requirements and analysis projects for a range of government sponsors. Successful candidates will:

•  Exercise considerable originality to define problems, visualize approaches, and coordinate technical guidance
•  Apply and extend new methods requiring innovative operations research or mathematical approaches
•  Perform complex, specialized analyses such as systems analysis, requirements analysis, gap analysis, operations analysis, cost analysis, and systems engineering
•  Conduct data storytelling by generating reports, models, and visualizations that characterize datasets, communicate actionable insights, and enhance the utility of data

Required Qualifications:

•  Must be a currently enrolled, full-time student in a bachelor’s degreeprogram or above, at an accredited university 
•  Familiarity with one or more of the following languages: Python, R, SQL, MATLAB, SAS, Stata, SPSS
•  Must be a U.S. Citizen
•  Must be able to obtain and maintain DHS suitability
•  Must be able to work in ARAs Alexandria, VA office on a hybrid-schedule during summer 2025

Desired Qualifications:

•  Advanced skill with one or more of the following languages: Python, R, Julia
•  Experience with probability theory, modeling and simulation (stochastic and deterministic), and familiarity with tools like NetLogo, Arena, ExtendSim, JaamSim
•  Familiarity with workflow analysis and data manipulation tools like Alteryx, Tableau Prep, or Knime
•  Experience conducting defensible analyses and assessments, and providing data-driven recommendations

COMPANY INFORMATION:

Applied Research Associates, Inc. is an employee-owned international research and engineering company recognized for providing technically superior solutions to complex and challenging problems in the physical sciences. The company, founded in Albuquerque, NM, in 1979, currently employs over 2000 professionals. ARA offices throughout the United States and Canada provide a broad range of technical expertise in defense technologies, civil technologies, computer software and simulation, systems analysis, environmental technologies, and testing and measurement. The corporation also provides sophisticated technical products for environmental site characterization, pavement analysis, and robotics.

At ARA, employees are our greatest assets. The corporation realizes that employee ownership fosters greater creativity and initiative along with higher performance and customer satisfaction levels. ARA gives its employees the tools, training, and opportunities to take more active roles as owners. The culture is challenging; innovation and experimentation are the norm. Employees are eligible for contributions which not only add to the company’s success, but also their own through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). The motto, “Engineering and Science for Fun and Profit” sums up the ARA experience. For additional information and an opportunity to join this unique workplace, please visit our website at www.ara.com.

Please apply at www.careers.ara.com for the Operations Research Analyst Intern position.