AI Engineer I, Launch Program 2027 – St. Louis, MO, US
About The Position
Mastercard’s 18-month Launch Program combines hands-on experience, cross-functional projects, and structured learning to build business acumen and prepare participants for career paths across the organization. The AI Engineer I will join the Technology Regulatory and Market Compliance organization, which works with stakeholders to demonstrate how Mastercard meets regulatory, customer, and other obligations. In the Technology Regulatory Resilience area, the engineer will help design, build, and improve AI-enabled solutions for meeting and demonstrating compliance with global technology and resilience regulations. Working with experienced engineers and regulatory subject matter experts, the role applies generative AI, machine learning, and automation to connect regulatory obligations with controls, products, and evidence. The position offers exposure to the full AI solution lifecycle, including prototyping, testing, deployment, and continuous improvement, alongside mentorship and structured learning.
Requirements
- Be currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or accelerated master’s degree program, with an anticipated graduation date between April 2027 and June 2027.
- Demonstrate software development experience and a strong interest in applying AI to business and technical challenges.
- Have hands-on experience using multiple AI platforms and tools through coursework, personal projects, research, or internships; examples include Claude, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, and DeepSeek.
- Have experience designing, developing, or enhancing applications that use AI or machine-learning capabilities.
- Have knowledge of AI/ML concepts, methodologies, and best practices, with the ability to apply them in practical projects.
- Have previous internship experience or substantial project work involving AI, machine learning, generative AI, or related technologies.
- Have strong problem-solving, analytical, and technical skills, and the ability to learn and adapt to emerging AI technologies.
- Be eligible to work in the United States now and in the future without employer sponsorship; candidates requiring sponsorship, including students or recent graduates in the United States on F-1 visas with CPT or OPT authorization, are not eligible.
- Upload an unofficial copy of the school transcript with the application.
Responsibilities
- Design, build, and improve AI-enabled solutions related to compliance with global technology and resilience regulations.
- Apply generative AI, machine learning, and automation to connect regulatory obligations to controls, products, and evidence.
- Participate in the AI solution lifecycle, from prototyping and testing through deployment and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with engineers and regulatory subject matter experts.
Benefits
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
- Flexible spending account and health savings account
- Paid leaves, including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave
- 80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time
- 25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, prorated based on hire date
- 10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Deferred compensation for eligible roles
- Fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities
- Tuition reimbursement eligibility
- May be eligible for an annual bonus or commissions, depending on the role
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
