Software Engineering Intern (AI Focus)
About The Position
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is looking for someone to join our Information Services Team as a Software Engineer Intern in Pullman, Washington. Ideal candidates for this position are organized, adaptable and eager to solve problems. We're seeking motivated students, who can work part-time during the academic year and full-time during the summer. Information Services is helping shape how AI is used across SEL. We explore emerging technologies, develop practical solutions, and help employees use AI responsibly to improve productivity, quality, and business processes. As an intern, you'll gain hands-on experience with AI technologies, contribute to real business initiatives, and help drive the future of AI at SEL.
Requirements
- Current student pursuing a degree in MIS, computer science, information systems, data analytics, cybersecurity, or a related field
- Strong communicator with the ability to explain technical concepts to all audiences
- Demonstrated interest in AI, automation, and emerging technologies
- Experience with programming languages such as C#, JavaScript, Python, or similar
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Self-motivated, curious, and eager to learn new technologies
Nice To Haves
- Experience with coursework, personal projects, labs, or hackathons involving AI, data analysis, or automation
- Experience teaching or speaking in front of groups on technical topics
Responsibilities
- Be a champion for appropriate AI usage at SEL—listen, educate, answer support questions, help identify learning sources.
- Document best practices that can be shared with others.
- Explore AI and data integration with M365 Copilot, Fabric, Work IQ, Copilot Studio, Foundry, Azure, and local services.
- Experiment and test new Microsoft Frontier features, tools, and agents, helping us understand capabilities.
- Learn how to configure and deploy the various types of M365 agents.
- Collaborate with internal customers and vendors to understand requirements for MCP servers.
- Understand security requirements around AI tools, MCP servers, and AI harnesses.
- Explore AI integration with Microsoft Power Platform.
- Research regulatory requirements around the use and deployment of AI tools.
- Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
- Understand. Create. Simplify.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Superior benefits
- Inspiring work
- Flexible schedules that accommodate classes and studying
- Wellness resources
- Community connection
- Kickstarting retirement savings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
