Meet Leidos Summer Intern: Sam Tadle

Sam Tadle returned for a second internship, which is a testament to the positive experiences and meaningful contributions she made during her first summer, and Leidos looks forward to seeing continued growth and fresh insights added to the projects she support.

Check out what Sam has to say about her summer internship experience so far.

Where do you go to school, what are you majoring in, and when do you graduate?

I am a rising senior at James Madison University, majoring in psychology. I'm graduating in May 2026.

Is your internship in-person, hybrid, or remote?

I am working in-person at Leidos Global Headquarters in Reston, Virginia.

Tell us about your internship experience so far.

This is my second summer working as Human Resources Intern at Leidos, and it has continued to be a great experience! I have thoroughly enjoyed learning about the many facets of HR, as well as getting to network with other Leidos employees and interns.

What made you decide to apply for a Leidos internship?

I decided to apply because of the strong company values and the commitment to providing opportunities to its employees.

How will a Leidos internship help you meet your academic and career goals?

A Leidos internship is setting me up for future success by providing me with experiences and professional development opportunities that I will be able to use both in school and post-grad. 

Besides the internship, what else are you up to this summer?

I am going to the Outer Banks in South Carolina with my family later this summer, as well as spending time with friends.

What is your favorite food?

Sushi.

At Leidos, whether you join for a summer internship or sign on as a co-op during the academic year, you will have the unique opportunity to work directly with a team on critical projects, either at a Leidos facility or on a customer site. View our current internship opportunities and apply today to join the Leidos family!