AI Research and Implementation Intern
Title
AI Research & Implementation Intern
Classification
Non-exempt
Reports To
Chief Information Officer
Position Type
Part-Time
Flexible schedule (20+ hrs/week)
CORE VALUES
Schupan expects all employees to perform their job duties and consistently follow the code of conduct, exhibiting behaviors that reflect our core values:
- Integrity - We are honest in our interactions to foster trust, accountability, and responsibility.
- Empowerment - We are committed to providing the resources necessary to elevate our employees & our business to excellence.
- Sustainability - We are dedicated to the wellbeing of our communities, our people, our environment and to the long-term success of our business.
- Compassion - We are inspired to help others and committed to a workplace of kindness, understanding, and respecting others’ diverse perspectives and experiences.
SUMMARY
Join our technology team to help shape the future of our workplace through practical applications of Generative AI. In this role, you'll research, experiment, and implement AI solutions to enhance Schupan business processes and operational efficiency.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Research and evaluate various Generative AI tools and platforms (e.g., GPT, Claude, Copilot) for business applications
- Create proof-of-concept demonstrations for promising AI applications
- Identify and test workflow optimization opportunities across departments
- Design and conduct AI implementation experiments
- Document findings and develop best practices for AI integration
- Must be able to communicate effectively in order to collaborate with different teams to understand their processes and solve critical issues
- Must be able to interact in person with coworkers and the public
- Must be able to handle high stress situations
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Currently enrolled in a degree program in computer science, information systems, information technology, data engineering, applied mathematics, or a similar field (required)
- Prior experience using analytics, and experience with API integration (preferred)
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Basic programming knowledge (familiarity with Python/Javascript/SQL)
- Working understanding of AI/ML concepts
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Frequently lift and/or move IT equipment weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move equipment up to 50 pounds
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.