AI Engineering Intern

Empire State Realty Trust • New York, NY

2d • $23 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

The AI Engineering Intern will help build and support AI solutions across teams like Marketing, PR, Digital, Accounting, and more. They will work with our Application Development Team on NLP, Generative AI, virtual assistants, computer vision, and machine learning projects. This intern will gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and the chance to contribute to real innovation at ESRT. Full-time: 40 hours per week from June 1st, 2026 until August 7th, 2026 Location: Onsite at 111 W 33rd Street, New York NY

Requirements

• Solid foundation in Python (preferred) with exposure to Java or JavaScript through coursework or projects
• Working knowledge of AI/ML concepts, including NLP, LLMs (e.g., ChatGPT), and basic chatbot development
• Familiarity with APIs (REST/GraphQL), handling JSON, and integrating data into simple applications
• Basic understanding of data structures, data processing, and small data workflows
• Ability to learn and apply AI tools such as Copilot, CadastreL, AgentForce, and Assist.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Interest in ethical AI and cybersecurity best practices
• Curious, self-motivated learner who stays updated on AI/ML trends
• Able to work independently while seeking guidance when appropriate
• A Junior enrolled in a four-year or five-year undergraduate program in the graduating class of 2027 in preferred

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience with software development or AI/ML projects through coursework, internships, or personal projects is preferred
• Industry exposure in Real Estate, Finance, or Travel/Tourism is a plus
• Familiarity with Microsoft Fabric and Microsoft Azure AI Services
• Hands-on project experience in areas such as data architecture, forecasting, recommendation systems, optimization, anomaly detection, inference engines, churn analysis, segmentation, or NLP/LLM model development

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the App Dev team and related Business Units to design and implement Agentic AI virtual assistant features—leveraging platforms such as Cadastral, Agent Force, and Assist—for leasing and operational projects
• Support the integration of Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, and other AI tools into existing systems to enhance workflow efficiency and user experience for Applications and specific to Data Warehouses
• Research emerging AI technologies and recommend best practices for Agentic AI development across ESRT
• Test and debug AI assistant functionalities to ensure high performance, accuracy, and usability.
• Gather and analyze user feedback to improve AI responses, behaviors, and capabilities
• Document technical specifications, workflows, and processes for newly developed AI features

Benefits

• 40-hour work week, paid at a rate of $22.50 p/h
• A challenging, exciting, and meaningful 10-week experience
• Networking opportunities to get to know fellow interns and key leaders throughout ESRT
• An individual project to be presented to executive leadership
• Company sponsored lunches with leadership and outings
• Tour of the Empire State Building Observatory
• Summer Friday Early Release

What This Job Offers

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