AI & Data Scientist Intern

Ingredion • Westchester, IL

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The AI & Data Scientist Intern will be assisting in the managing, designing, developing, and deploying of scalable and robust artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions for various business problems to enable digital transformation and innovation across various functions. This role demands a candidate with a strong background in AI/ML design, development and, architecture of AI/ML, technologies, and partnership with technical and non-technical stakeholders. This role will collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect, design and document impactful solutions that optimize processes for the identified opportunities. This role will work with a team of AI/ML engineers, architects, consultants, and data scientists across all areas of Ingredion data science and AI, potentially including teams involved with crop science yields, factory reaction yield optimization, design of experiments in formulating new products, and demand forecasting.

Requirements

• Progression towards a Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, AI, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or related field.
• Academic experience with AI/ML engineering, or related roles.
• Proficient in one or more of the AI/ML programming languages
• Strong knowledge and experience in AI/ML concepts, such as supervised and unsupervised learning, deep learning, natural language processing, reinforcement learning, etc.
• Hands-on experience in building and deploying AI/ML solutions using various frameworks, tools, and platforms, such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Experience in working with large and complex datasets, using SQL, NoSQL, or big data technologies, such as Hadoop, Spark, or Hive.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex AI/ML concepts and solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Currently possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
• Ingredion does not intend to sponsor work visas with respect to this position or to provide this position as OPT or CPT.
• Be a currently enrolled student in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree program.
• If currently enrolled in an undergrad status, must have completed at least two years of coursework with status as a sophomore, junior or non-graduating senior.
• If you have completed your degree, please consider other opportunities with Ingredion, posted at ww.ingredion.com/careers.

Nice To Haves

• Hands on experience with Claude, ChatGPT, MS CoPilot, Agentic Frameworks, MCP, PowerAutomate a plus
• Certification in AI/ML solutions & architecture or related fields is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build prototype solutions using agentic AI frameworks to solve complex business problems to drive automated decision making such as order processing, forecasting projections, financial reconciliation, batch processing.
• Analyze requirements for ML projects supporting Ingredion functional areas (demand planning, experimental ingredient formulations, manufacturing, yield management, and others) and translate them into ML solutions.
• Review and advise project uses of AI/ML frameworks, tools, and platforms, such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn, R, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform.
• Document and evolve best practices, standards, and processes for AI/ML development and deployment.
• Test and validate solutions and ensure they meet the quality standards and expectations of the solution architecture and design.
• Collaborate with data engineers, data scientists, business analysts, and stakeholders to understand the business needs, define the AI/ML objectives, and communicate the results and insights.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance and impact of AI/ML solutions and provide feedback and recommendations for improvement.
• Research and evaluate the latest AI/ML techniques and algorithms and apply them to solve business problems.

Benefits

• competitive hourly salary based on your degree program.
• Housing stipends offered to students relocating 51+ miles from the Ingredion work location
• Internship Program Events & Activities – programming catered toward career exploration, networking, and professional development - including the annual Capstone Summit at Ingredion HQ in Westchester, IL
• Intern Mentor Program – pairing with a mentor to guide development and integration in Ingredion’s culture
• Involvement in Ingredion’s Business Resource Groups – the conscience of the organization and an integral part to Ingredion’s Inclusion & Belonging strategy
• Employee Recognition Program – a culture of real-time appreciation, with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Discount Program – provides exclusive discounts on everyday products, services, and travel
• medical, dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with a competitive company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern