Intern - IT - AI Engineer
About The Position
The AI Engineer Intern will join Midland's growing Artificial Intelligence (AI) team to support the development and implementation of AI and GPT-based tools and solutions across the organization. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience with next-generation technologies while collaborating with IT and business leaders to explore innovative use cases. The intern will contribute to proof-of-concept projects, assist with technical documentation, and participate in initiatives that help enhance efficiency, knowledge sharing, and the employee experience.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's program in Computer Science, Information Systems, Analytics, or a related field.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Technical curiosity and willingness to explore new tools, APIs, and data models.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and initiative.
- Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment.
- Must be available mid-May through late July 2026.
- Must be available Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. (40 hours/week).
- May be based in Effingham, IL, St. Louis, MO, or Rockford, IL and able to work onsite.
Responsibilities
- Participate in AI and GPT proof-of-concept builds, contributing to both technical development and process documentation.
- Assist with building and organizing internal AI resource libraries and tools to support business adoption.
- Shadow AI engineers and technology leaders to understand best practices in AI development, model integration, and workflow automation.
- Support the system retention and data security efforts within AI tools and platforms.
- Conduct research on emerging AI technologies, frameworks, and best practices, providing insights to the team.
- Attend AI-related team meetings and cross-functional collaboration sessions with business partners.
- Participate in mentorship and one-on-one tech sessions with engineers to develop both technical and problem-solving skills.
- Maintain compliance with all applicable regulations including, but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA).
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- comprehensive healthcare
- well-being benefits
- paid family leave
- generous paid time off
- banking perks
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- 401K plan with company match
- opportunity to participate in our Non-Qualified Deferred Compensation plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Industry
Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
