About the role#
This is a part-time internship for the Fall 2026 term, running from September through December. You will join the Tek Office to work on projects involving market intelligence tools, agentic systems, and language models. This role is paid and requires you to work from our office in Crystal City, Virginia, three days per week.
What you'll do#
- Design and implement AI and machine learning workflows.
- Build cloud applications and data pipelines using open-source tools or platform-as-a-service options.
- Architect and build components for AI applications.
- Analyze data outputs to support project goals.
What you'll need#
- A Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field.
- Current enrollment in a Master’s degree program in Computer Science, Physics, or Data Science.
- Experience using Python to develop workflows.
- Familiarity with generative AI tools and practical use cases.
Location & details#
- Location: Arlington, Virginia.
- Modality: Hybrid (three days per week in the office).
- Term: September 2026 to December 2026.
- Note: Employment-based visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
About American Institutes for Research
The American Institutes for Research is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization founded in 1946. It conducts behavioral and social science research while providing technical assistance in education, health, and workforce development. The organization operates both domestically and internationally. It employs over 2,000 people and maintains its headquarters in Arlington, Virginia.
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