AI / Automation Intern

About the role#

This internship focuses on building practical AI and automation tools to increase efficiency across the company. You will work on-site at the Addison headquarters, supporting real projects with clear, weekly deliverables. This role is designed to be productive and hands-on, providing you with structure and direction while allowing you to ship functional tools.

What you'll do#

• Build and improve workflows using tools like Zapier, Power Automate, or Make to eliminate manual processes.
• Create reusable connectors, triggers, and templates.
• Develop lightweight internal assistants for drafting content, summarizing information, and performing data lookups.
• Index internal SOPs and FAQs to support knowledge search capabilities.
• Support a pilot program within a department, tracking usage and time-saved metrics.
• Produce 3–5 live automations or AI tools, complete with documentation and an end-of-summer leadership demo.

What you'll need#

• Current status as a rising junior or senior in Computer Science, Information Systems, Industrial Engineering, Data Science, or a related field.
• Experience with automation platforms such as Zapier, Power Automate, or Make.
• Proficiency in basic Python, including API calls, JSON handling, and simple scripting.
• Familiarity with OpenAI or Azure OpenAI.
• Strong documentation habits and a bias for action.

Location & details#

• Location: Addison, Illinois.
• Modality: On-site.
• Term: Summer 2026 (10–12 weeks).
• Employment type: Full-time.
• Compensation: $18–$20 per hour.
• Requirements: US work authorization is required.