AI Governance Intern (VIRTUAL)

Join Lockheed Martin Artificial Intelligence Center (LAIC) as an AI Governance Graduate Intern. You will contribute to developing responsible and ethical AI standards, policies, frameworks, and processes, support their operationalization, assist with internal Rehearsal of Concept (ROC) drills, and conduct research on AI governance best practices. This virtual role offers a critical opportunity to shape the future of AI governance for Lockheed Martin and the Nation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and experimentation.

Must Have

• Completed Bachelor’s degree and currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence, Public Policy, Public Administration, Ethics, or Business Administration.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a virtual team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain sophisticated technical concepts in business-friendly terms.
• Prior experience analyzing and/or researching business strategies, technical governance frameworks, and/or business process frameworks.
• Prior experience conducting research and/or building case studies on Artificial Intelligence.

Good to Have

• Growth mindset approach with ability to challenge the status-quo and bring new ideas to the table.
• Strong ability to perform independently and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous internship experience, preferably in a virtual environment.
• Previous Federal government or Aerospace & Defense industry experience.

Perks & Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with generous matching and company contributions
• Professional Development (mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs)
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Paid Time Off (PTO, paid holidays, paid time off for jury duty and military obligations)
• Flexible work schedules (Flex-time)
• Mother's rooms (to support transition and work/life balance)

Job Responsibilities

Job ID: 711664BR Date posted: Dec. 01, 2025

Description:By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility. Your Mission is Ours.

Are you ready to join a team of innovators and play a critical role in shaping the future of Artificial Intelligence? We are seeking a highly motivated AI Governance Graduate Intern to join our Lockheed Martin Artificial Intelligence Center (LAIC) team. Working on the AI Governance team in our AI Certifications & Standards (AI-CS) directorate, you will have the opportunity to work on high-impact projects, help define the future of AI governance for Lockheed Martin and the Nation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and experimentation.

The work location for this position is virtual.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Contribute to the development of responsible & ethical AI standards, policies, frameworks, and processes for Lockheed Martin
• Support the operationalization of approved AI standards, policies, frameworks, and processes
• Assist with internal Rehearsal of Concept (ROC) drills for Responsible AI Governance
• Conduct research and provide recommendations for AI governance best practices

Basic Qualifications:

• Completed Bachelor’s degree and currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Artificial Intelligence, Public Policy, Public Administration, Ethics, or Business Administration.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a virtual team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain sophisticated technical concepts in business-friendly terms
• Prior experience analyzing and/or researching business strategies, technical governance frameworks, and/or business process frameworks
• Prior experience conducting research and/or building case studies on Artificial Intelligence

Desired Skills:

• Growth mindset approach with ability to challenge the status-quo and bring new ideas to the table
• Strong ability to perform independently and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Previous internship experience, preferably in a virtual environment
• Previous Federal government or Aerospace & Defense industry experience

Clearance Level: None

Other Important Information You Should Know

Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.

Ability to Work Remotely: Full-time Remote Telework: The employee selected for this position will work remotely full time at a location other than a Lockheed Martin designated office/job site. Employees may travel to a Lockheed Martin office for periodic meetings.

Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in most major metropolitan areas in California, Massachusetts, and New York is $51,397 - $78,769. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

Pay Rate: The annual base salary range for this position in California, Massachusetts, and New York (excluding most major metropolitan areas), Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, Vermont, Washington or Washington DC is $44,491 - $78,769. For states not referenced above, the salary range for this position will reflect the candidate’s final work location. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays.

(Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.

At Lockheed Martin, we use our passion for purposeful innovation to help keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work.

With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel, develop, and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. We place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering an inclusive environment built upon integrity and corporate responsibility.

If this sounds like a culture you connect with, you’re invited to apply for this role. Or, if you are unsure whether your experience aligns with the requirements of this position, we encourage you to search on Lockheed Martin Jobs

, and apply for roles that align with your qualifications.

Experience Level: Co-op/Summer Intern

Business Unit: ENTERPRISE BUSINESS SERVICES

Relocation Available: No

Career Area: Artificial Intelligence

Type: Part-Time

Shift: First

About

At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.

United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.

Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.

Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.

Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:

• Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
• Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
• Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions

Qualifications

See what it takes to be a successful Lockheed Martin employee.

• Collaborative

There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.

• Curious

The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.

• Goal-oriented

From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.

• Proactive

The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.

• Problem Solver

You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.

• Strategic

You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.

Benefits

• ### Healthcare

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.

• ### 401(k)/Retirement Plans

Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.

• ### Professional Development

We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.

• ### Maternity and Paternity Leave

Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.

• ### Paid Time Off

We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.

• ### Flex-time

Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.