Internship – Applied Artificial Intelligence

Delta Dental of Michigan • Okemos, MI

20h • Hybrid

About The Position

At Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana we work to improve oral health through benefit plans, advocacy and community support, and we amplify this mission by investing in initiatives that build healthy, smart, vibrant communities. We are one of the largest dental plan administrators in the country, and are part of the Delta Dental Plans Association, which operates two of the largest dental networks in the nation. At Delta Dental, we celebrate our All In culture. It’s a mindset, feeling and attitude we wrap around all that we do – from taking charge of our careers, to helping colleagues and lending a hand in the community. We are looking for a highly talented and motivated undergraduate or graduate student who is pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or related technical fields. As an Artificial Intelligence Intern, you will: Work on cutting-edge, enterprise-scale AI solutions that apply Generative AI and machine learning to real-world business problems Build AI proof-of-concepts, explore emerging AI technologies, and contribute in a dynamic research and development environment Develop and enhance AI-powered applications, including conversational AI, intelligent agents, and automation workflows Work with Large Language Models (LLMs), prompt engineering, embeddings, and AI orchestration frameworks Integrate AI solutions with backend services, APIs, and data sources in a secure enterprise environment Gain first-hand experience with modern AI architectures, including agent-based systems, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), model evaluation, and responsible AI practices Apply fundamentals from Computer Science and AI coursework to practical, production-oriented use cases Communicate your work effectively to both technical and business audiences

Requirements

• Be self-motivated and able to contribute in a team setting
• Excel at problem solving with strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Have demonstrated programming experience in at least one mainstream language such as Python, Java, or C++
• Have interest or experience in AI, machine learning, or natural language processing
• Have some experience or familiarity with APIs, data processing, or cloud-based systems
• Show solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design fundamentals
• Have good understanding of software architecture, object-oriented design, and commonly used design patterns
• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program and have completed at least one course or equivalent experience involving programming in Python, Java, C++, or other similar languages.

Nice To Haves

• Have exposure to OpenAI, LLMs, or AI frameworks (LangChain, OpenAI Agents, or similar) is a plus

Responsibilities

• Work on cutting-edge, enterprise-scale AI solutions that apply Generative AI and machine learning to real-world business problems
• Build AI proof-of-concepts, explore emerging AI technologies, and contribute in a dynamic research and development environment
• Develop and enhance AI-powered applications, including conversational AI, intelligent agents, and automation workflows
• Work with Large Language Models (LLMs), prompt engineering, embeddings, and AI orchestration frameworks
• Integrate AI solutions with backend services, APIs, and data sources in a secure enterprise environment
• Gain first-hand experience with modern AI architectures, including agent-based systems, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), model evaluation, and responsible AI practices
• Apply fundamentals from Computer Science and AI coursework to practical, production-oriented use cases
• Communicate your work effectively to both technical and business audiences

Benefits

• Employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, 401(k) savings plans, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement or educational assistance.
• Employees are also eligible for annual incentive compensation based on annual business goals.
• Additionally, employees receive eight hours of paid volunteer time each year, access to an on-staff health coach and personal trainer, plus many other perks.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed