AI Automation Intern

About the role#

K1 Investment Management is seeking an AI Automation Intern to join the founding AI team in Manhattan Beach. This role reports directly to a Founding Partner and focuses on building tools that impact operations across a portfolio of over 275 companies. This is a full-time, paid position with a rolling term and the potential for conversion to a full-time role.

What you'll do#

• Design, build, and deploy AI-powered automations using Claude and Microsoft 365, including Power Automate, Copilot, and SharePoint.
• Rapidly prototype AI tools and agents, such as competitive intelligence scrapers and board-report generators, iterating based on user feedback.
• Build internal dashboards, data pipelines, and agentic workflows for investment professionals.
• Evaluate emerging AI models, tools, and frameworks to provide actionable recommendations for the investment team.

What you'll need#

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Open to May 2026 graduates and 2027–2028 graduates based in the Los Angeles area.
• At least one prior internship or substantive project experience in AI/ML, software engineering, or data science.
• Proficiency with Claude as a daily working tool, including prompt engineering and multi-step workflows.
• Proficiency in Python and/or JavaScript.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365, including Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

Location & details#

• Location: On-site in Manhattan Beach, California.
• Work Modality: On-site (2–3 days per week).
• Term: Rolling basis.