About the role#
K1 Investment Management is seeking an AI Automation Intern to join the founding AI team in Manhattan Beach, California. This role reports directly to a Founding Partner and focuses on the intersection of artificial intelligence, enterprise software, and private equity operations. Interns will work on shipping automations and building tools to drive impact across a portfolio of over 275 companies.
What you'll do#
- Design, build, and deploy AI-powered automations using Claude and Microsoft 365.
- Rapidly prototype AI tools and agents, 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 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 or JavaScript.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft 365, including Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams.
Location & details#
- Location: Manhattan Beach, California.
- Modality: On-site (2-3 days per week).
- Status: Full-time, paid internship with rolling start dates.
About K1 Investment Management
K1 Investment Management focuses on small-cap software companies that use artificial intelligence. The firm invests in enterprise technology to build category leaders. Founded in 2011, the company maintains its headquarters in Manhattan Beach, California. It currently employs 161 people and has completed over 275 investments since its inception.
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