Skills

Communication Teamwork Leadership Time Management Creativity Data Analysis Customer Service Training software testing

Job Specifications

Description

Intern: Talent Development Intern – JR | Summer 2026 Start

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), provider of automated software testing, data analysis, and cybersecurity solutions for complex, mission-critical systems in the US Department of Defense (DOD), is seeking a Talent Development Intern to be based in our Arlington, VA office.

Overview:

The Talent Development Intern will work as part of the Talent Development team on all aspects of talent engagement including leadership development, talent planning, on-boarding and performance management processes, systems, and customer service. The ideal candidate will have a curiosity and interest in human resources and talent development. IDT is seeking an energetic and positive candidate with a strong sense of urgency who can work in a fast-paced environment. The intern will join our team at a very exciting time with opportunities to contribute to high-profile initiatives that will impact IDT’s workforce and our leaders.

IDT’s Summer Internship Program offers students the opportunity to learn from experts and perform meaningful work in a professional work environment. IDT interns gain valuable, hands-on experience and solve real-world problems. In this program, students can expect:

A 10–12-week program; up to 40 hours per week
Competitive pay
Individual mentoring
Valuable training
A supportive culture
Social events and team-building activities.

All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active U.S. security clearance.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate degree program with a major in Business, Communications, Human Resources, Psychology, or Sociology
Strong interest in a career in Human Resources

Preferred Skills and Experience:

Customer Service mindset
Experience scheduling, tracking, and managing logistics for in-person and virtual meetings and learning programs
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines
Ability to track data and training metrics (e.g., participation, outcomes)
Excellent written and verbal communication
Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint for presentations, Excel for data analysis)

Required Skills:

Ability to travel up to 10%

Competencies:

Detail oriented.
Initiative, creativity, reliability, teamwork, and collaboration
A learning “sponge” with an excitement about increasing your exposure to talent development.

EEO Statement:

IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.

About the Company

WHO WE ARE Innovative Defense Technologies -IDT- provides automated software testing, data analysis, and cybersecurity solutions for the DOD's mission-critical systems. Using patented Automated Test and ReTest (ATRT) technology, we support the entire software testing lifecycle from component testing, to system integration and testing, to the analysis of results. Our automated test and analysis solutions enable the rapid update and delivery of large, complex systems. Our technologies offer: -Rapid system configuration assessm... Know more