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Signal Processing Intern Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Research Engineering Interns

Reston, VA · On-site

$17.50 - $22.75/hr

Software Development and Design, Digital Logic and Embedded Programming, Signal Processing, Radio Frequency (RF) Hardware and Phenomenology, Communications * Moderate skill level in any of the ...

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What is a signal processing intern?

A Signal Processing Intern is a temporary position where a student or recent graduate assists in analyzing, designing, and implementing algorithms to process signals such as audio, images, and sensor data. They work with tools like MATLAB, Python, and digital signal processors to improve data transmission and interpretation. Interns may contribute to projects in telecommunications, biomedical engineering, or machine learning while gaining hands-on experience in filtering, Fourier analysis, and signal transformation. This role often involves collaboration with engineers and researchers to develop innovative solutions.

What kind of projects and collaboration can I expect as a signal processing intern?

As a Signal Processing Intern, you are likely to work on projects involving the analysis, filtering, and interpretation of signals from various sources, such as audio, radio, or sensor data. You may contribute to tasks like prototyping algorithms, testing signal processing techniques, and supporting ongoing research or development efforts. Collaboration is a key part of the role, as you will interact closely with engineers, researchers, and sometimes software developers to implement and optimize solutions. This hands-on experience will give you deeper insight into real-world signal processing applications and prepare you for more advanced roles in the industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a signal processing intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Signal Processing Intern, you need a solid understanding of digital signal processing (DSP) fundamentals, proficiency in mathematics, and a background in electrical engineering or computer science. Familiarity with MATLAB, Python (NumPy/SciPy), and signal analysis tools is highly valuable, and coursework or certifications in DSP or related fields are often preferred. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective teamwork and communication skills help interns excel in project-based environments. These capabilities enable interns to contribute meaningful insights and solutions to complex signal processing challenges typically encountered in research and product development.

Is signal processing in demand?

Signal processing is in high demand across industries such as telecommunications, aerospace, and healthcare, driven by advancements in wireless communication, sensor technology, and data analysis. Signal processing interns with skills in MATLAB, Python, or similar tools are often sought after as organizations focus on improving data quality and system performance.

What are the most commonly searched types of Signal Processing jobs in Virginia?

The most popular types of Signal Processing jobs in Virginia are:

What cities in Virginia are hiring for Signal Processing Intern jobs?

Cities in Virginia with the most Signal Processing Intern job openings:

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Experienced Professional, Traffic Engineer

WSP

Herndon, VA • On-site

$73K - $125K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

This Opportunity
 

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Experienced Professional, Traffic Engineer for our Herndon, VA or Richmond, VA Office Location.  Be involved in projects with our Transportation Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges. 

  • This position will be a key hire to help grow our Traffic Engineering practice, including Intelligent Transportation Systems( ITS) /Traffic Engineering design, signal timing, traffic analysis and traffic studies. Position will report to Lead Traffic Engineer and serve as project engineer or task manager for traffic engineering projects, with the expectation that the candidate will assume Project Management roles within two to three years.
  • Successful candidate will work on VDOT Signal Timing, ITS/Signal Design and Operational Improvements projects, traffic safety, as well as traffic engineering projects for local governments. Candidate may also work on design-build or other traffic engineering projects out of state.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Collection, organization, research & analysis of project data
  • Application of policies, standards, details, specifications, and design guides from different jurisdictions
  • Writing technical reports summarizing conclusions and recommendations
  • Data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses 
  • Interpreting results and identifying engineering issues
  • Analysis of improvement alternatives
  • Traffic Signal Design
  • Traffic Signal Communication Design
  • ITS Design
  • Signage, signals, pavement markings
  • Intersection and corridor improvement studies
  • Intersection Justification Reports
  • Interchange modification studies
  • Signal phasing and timing optimization studies
  • Safety studies (crash analysis, collision diagrams, safety improvements)
  • Micro-simulation modeling

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, or closely related discipline (or equivalent experience).
  • 3 to 5 years of relevant post education experience in engineering discipline and prior traffic design experience.
  • Engineering Intern (EI), Engineer in Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) designation.
  • Knowledge of traffic engineering principles, practices, process, and design/build related to traffic control equipment, capacity and operational analysis, project management, and related communications systems.
  • Ability to coordinate with agency regulators and understand requirements.
  • Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.
  • Experience with AutoCAD, Microstation, and other applicable design software packages (preferred).
  • Knowledge of traffic engineering and planning software such as HCS, Synchro, VISSIM, ArcGIS (preferred)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel and Power Point (required)
  • Project experience - Traffic operations and safety, signal design, signal timing, ITS design, DOT experience (preferred)

WSP Benefits:  

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.  

Compensation 

Expected Salary (all locations): $73,100-$125,410

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law. 

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About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand.  Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service. 


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