About the role#
We are looking for an AI/ML Intern to join our team for the summer of 2027. This role offers hands-on experience in a supportive environment while working on projects that impact government operations. You will work part-time, up to 40 hours per week, between June and August 2027.
What you'll do#
- Build, train, and deploy AI models for various applications.
- Develop agentic workflows and AI-driven solutions for our platforms, Kurrent and Waves.
- Collaborate with team members to solve complex AI challenges.
- Research and analyze current AI/ML techniques to support ongoing projects.
- Document and report on your research findings and project progress.
- Present a Capstone Project summarizing your contributions or support ongoing programs through real-world project work.
What you'll need#
- U.S. citizenship is required for this position.
- Current enrollment in an MS or PhD program in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field is highly preferred.
- Experience with PyTorch, LangChain, and LangGraph is highly preferred.
- Prior research or published work in AI/ML or agentic systems is highly preferred.
- A creative mindset and interest in exploring new ideas for AI workflows.
Location & details#
- This is a remote position with requirements to travel to our headquarters in McLean, Virginia.
- All work must be performed within the continental United States.
- This is a paid internship offering $30 to $40 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
About Raft
Raft is a software development company based in McLean, Virginia. It provides AI, machine learning, and data solutions to government agencies and the U.S. military. The firm employs 354 people and maintains offices in Virginia and Texas. It operates as a privately held organization.
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