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Prattwhitney

Principal System Safety Engineer

Sterling, VA · On-site

$100 - $130/hr

Experience in Agile development environments and Human Factors Engineering (MIL‑STD‑1472). * Familiarity with Engineering Change Proposals, Review Boards, and System Safety Working Groups. * U.S ...

CGI Inc.

UI/UX Human Factor Developer, Junior

Arlington, VA · On-site

$57.50 - $74.75/hr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

UI/UX Human Factor Developer, Junior Category: Project Management Main location: United States ... Applying human factors principles (e.g., cognitive load, perception, motor skills) to design ...

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As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for human factors engineer intern in Virginia is $17.16, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.28 and $19.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a human factors engineer intern do?

A Human Factors Engineer Intern applies principles of psychology, engineering, and design to optimize user experience and system performance. They assist in research, usability testing, and data analysis to improve product safety, efficiency, and accessibility. Interns may work on tasks such as designing user interfaces, collecting feedback from users, and analyzing human interactions with technology. Their goal is to ensure products are intuitive, user-friendly, and aligned with human capabilities and limitations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a human factors engineer intern?

A Human Factors Engineer Intern should have a solid grounding in human factors, ergonomics, psychology, or engineering, along with coursework or experience in user-centered design. Familiarity with usability testing tools, data analysis software (such as SPSS or R), and prototyping platforms like Axure or Sketch is often required. Strong observational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities help interns contribute successfully to multidisciplinary teams. These competencies ensure the intern can analyze user needs, support iterative design improvements, and facilitate safe, efficient, and enjoyable product experiences.

What types of projects or tasks do human factors engineer interns typically work on during their internship?

As a Human Factors Engineer Intern, you might take part in activities like conducting usability studies, assisting with data collection and analysis, creating or refining user interface prototypes, and supporting user research sessions. You’ll likely collaborate closely with experienced human factors engineers, UX designers, and product development teams to observe and document user interactions and suggest design improvements. Projects can range from evaluating physical products to improving digital interfaces, giving you a well-rounded experience. This hands-on exposure helps you build practical skills and understanding that are valuable for your future career in human factors engineering.

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Infographic showing various Human Factors Engineer Intern job openings in Virginia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 25% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,686 per year, or $17.2 per hour.

Project Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Helix Electric, Inc.

Manassas, VA • On-site

$21 - $28/hr

Temporary, Internship

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Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

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Job description

Helix Electric was founded in 1985 and is now one of the nation’s largest and most successful electrical contracting companies. Our commitment to empowering people and powering projects is realized by our exceptional team of dedicated and highly skilled experts working together and never settling for good enough. We are proud of the team-oriented and employee-empowered business approach that defines our unique character.

Our Project Engineer assists their Project Manager on projects and is the liaison between the field and the office. In this role, the PE is responsible for defining the project’s objectives by planning, executing and finalizing projects according to the schedule while keeping within the budget.

OUR INTERNSHIP PROGRAM:

As an intern at Helix Electric you will be trusted with meaningful responsibilities that have a lasting impact on the projects you touch. This hands-on approach to learning coupled with our top-notch mentor program affords all Helix interns the opportunity to develop skills that ensure their continued growth well beyond graduation. Our University Relations Team is dedicated to ensuring all interns have an experience where they learn, grow, and contribute value. To provide a well-rounded experience, all interns are exposed to a variety of project types, phases of construction, and project teams. Join Team Helix to empower people and power projects.

DUTIES & SCOPE:

  • Develop relationships with project managers, subcontractors, engineers, and vendors to ensure a team approach and lay a foundation for building a career in the construction industry.
  • Collaborate with superintendent to track material; maintains positive relationships with vendors for tracking, coordination, and close-out purposes.
  • Act as a champion of the Helix safety culture. Monitors and encourages jobsite safety and accident prevention.
  • Engage in the Change Order process and is introduced to Accubid to assist with estimating.
  • Partner with the project team to analyze subcontract agreements to better understand scope of work and project pricing.
  • Involved with material and equipment procurement.
  • Collaborate closely with the BIM department and is directly involved in the coordination and planning process.
  • Produce and maintain detailed job logs (transmittals, submittals, RFIs).
  • Exposure to and monitoring of quality control.
  • Manage labor schedules by working closely with superintendents and project managers.
  • Create and order prefabricated assemblies to assist in planning and on time delivery.
  • Walk jobs, learn the trade inside and out, and utilize knowledge to enhance overall company performance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program such as Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a related field.
  • Previous construction or internship experience preferred.
  • Highly motivated with a tendency to take initiative.
  • Basic math skills with ability to calculate and analyze data.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Good organizational skills.
  • The ability to work well with all levels of the organization.
  • A mindset for making continuous improvements of department processes.

The starting hourly base pay for this role is between USD $21.00 and $28.00 per hour. The actual base is dependent upon many factors, such as: location, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for bonus and benefits. Helix Electric provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

  • Relocation assistance
  • Housing stipend or corporate apartment

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