About the role#
This is a hands-on building role where you will work with cross-functional stakeholders to design, prototype, and deploy AI-powered solutions. You will take ownership of projects from start to finish, including understanding business processes, redesigning them with AI, and iterating on solutions based on real-world performance. You will join a cohort of peers and receive support through a professional development track and mentorship.
What you'll do#
- Build and deploy automations using low-code platforms and custom code to improve business workflows.
- Integrate AI models via APIs into automation pipelines.
- Deploy and maintain applications on cloud infrastructure.
- Evaluate different tools and approaches for new projects, considering factors like speed and maintainability.
- Test work thoroughly with a focus on accuracy and edge cases.
- Iterate on proof-of-concept solutions based on feedback.
- Keep clear documentation on how solutions are built.
- Support AI tool pilots and create training materials for users.
What you'll need#
- Current graduate student in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language, such as Python or JavaScript.
- Basic understanding of APIs, webhooks, and how web services communicate.
- Comfort working with AI tools in a development or productivity context.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn new tools quickly.
- Experience with low-code or no-code automation platforms like Zapier, Make, Power Automate, or Workato is preferred.
- Experience building and deploying applications on cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP is preferred.
- Familiarity with version control (Git) and development environments like VS Code is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 2027 to June 2027).
- Modality: On-site, full-time (40 hours per week, 5 days in office).
- Eligibility: Open exclusively to current Northeastern University Co-Op students.
- Compensation: $25 - $35 per hour.
About Flagship Pioneering
Flagship Pioneering is a biotechnology firm based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Founded in 2000, the company focuses on inventing and building platform companies that develop products for human health and sustainability. It has originated more than 100 scientific ventures since its inception. The current ecosystem includes over 40 companies, such as Indigo Agriculture and Generate:Biomedicines.
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