2027 - Artificial Intelligence Intern

Transcard Payments•Chattanooga, TN

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Transcard offers an internship program in the FinTech industry. Our program is designed to provide you with meaningful projects utilized by the business. You’ll see the direct impact of your contribution and get an inside perspective of your desired field while working alongside some of the best in our industry. We continually strive to identify qualified individuals for post-graduate opportunities beyond the internship program. This intern position will operate Monday-Friday during standard business hours. This position is a paid internship, compensation will be based on the qualifications of the applicant. Our goal is to allow you to gain a better understanding of the day-to-day responsibilities within the Information Technology department while working toward your professional goals as related to your academic coursework.

Requirements

Familiarity with Python or another programming language commonly used in AI/ML development.
Exposure to machine learning, natural language processing (NLP), or large language model (LLM) concepts through coursework or personal projects.
Basic understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development workflows.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and debug technical issues.
Interest in responsible AI practices, including data privacy, security, and AI safety considerations.
Ability to learn new tools, frameworks, and systems quickly in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work remotely and independently from direct supervisor as needed.
Must have great time management, communication, and organizational skills.
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Coursework or project experience involving APIs, cloud platforms, or chatbot/conversational AI development.
Preferred coursework: Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, Data Structures & Algorithms, Statistics/Probability, Software Engineering, or Cybersecurity/Information Security.
Preferred: Computer Engineering Technologies & Technicians.

Responsibilities

Learn and apply foundational concepts in artificial intelligence and machine learning through hands-on project work.
Assist in developing and improving features for the company's AI-powered applications and tools.
Help troubleshoot and resolve issues within AI-powered applications under the guidance of senior engineers.
Support testing and quality checks on AI systems and related components to help ensure reliability and safety.
Assist with reviewing and supporting security and access-related configurations for AI systems.
Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and design discussions to gain exposure to the AI development lifecycle.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand how AI features support broader business and customer needs.