Vertex Fall Co-op 2026, AI and Governance
About The Position
The Vertex's AI and Governance co-op program is a 6-month experiential training program for students currently working towards an undergraduate or advanced degree in Information Systems or similar fields. If you are passionate, collaborative, and growth-minded, a co-op at Vertex will help you gain meaningful experience in our DTE functional areas and serve as a launchpad for your career. Vertex reviews applications on a rolling basis and reserves the right to close this job posting prior to the listed deadline. Applicants can expect to receive an update about their application before or shortly after the application deadline.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled an undergraduate or graduate program pursuing a degree in Information Systems or a relate field.
- Basic understanding of Agentic AI frameworks and tools available on the market.
- Curiosity to learn and ability to get hands-on experience building AI agents.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States, now and in the future.
- Must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from July – December 2026.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for Agentic AI solutions.
- Design and build tools to automate tasks such as information gathering, requirement definition, and project documentation.
- Test and refine agents to ensure they meet business needs and improve operational efficiency.
- Ensure 1 Functional domain is comprehensively cataloged with KPIs, business terminology, and data products available in an intuitive manner for business teams to leverage effectively.
- Participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and project reviews to share insights and contribute to decision-making.
- Act as a liaison between business stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring alignment on goals and priorities.
- Communicate progress and challenges effectively to ensure project milestones are met.
Benefits
- Free 24/7 onsite gym access and free access to group exercise classes
- Subsidized commuter benefits- transit and parking
- Provided meals—free breakfast daily!
- Career development opportunities and events, including C Suite engagement
- Social events—both intern-only and company-wide
- Location-specific perks and extras!
- Recognition of National Intern Day
- medical, dental and vision benefits
- generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter)
- educational assistance programs including student loan repayment
- a generous commuting subsidy
- matching charitable donations
- 401(k)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
