2027 - Artificial Intelligence Intern

Summary

Transcard is a Chattanooga-based fintech company providing global payment orchestration solutions for banks, fintechs, and businesses. The Artificial Intelligence Intern will gain hands-on experience developing and supporting AI-powered applications, participating in the AI development lifecycle, and collaborating with cross-functional teams on AI-driven solutions.

Responsibilities

• The Artificial Intelligence internship will start with a one-on-one meeting with the Chief Technology Officer or your designated personnel to discuss the professional goal of your academic coursework to ensure you meet all academic requirements during the internship. Additionally, the internship will be supervised by the Senior Vice President of Technology to provide routine feedback and status updates. There will be an exit interview with the Chief Technology Officer and the Director of Human Resources for continual improvement of the program. The Artificial Intelligence internship will provide exposure to a variety of opportunities, such as: building and testing features for AI-powered applications, participation in sprint/scrum and design reviews for AI projects, and collaboration with engineering, sales, and marketing teams to translate business needs into AI-driven solutions
• 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

Skills

• · 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
• · Completed or currently working towards a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• Candidate must reside in the US
• We are unable to offer visa sponsorship
• · Preferred: 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
• We prefer our interns to be onsite in Chattanooga, TN

Qualifications

Must Haves

• · 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
• · Completed or currently working towards a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• Candidate must reside in the US
• We are unable to offer visa sponsorship

Nice to Haves

• · Preferred: 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
• We prefer our interns to be onsite in Chattanooga, TN

Benefits

• Paid internship
• Meaningful projects utilized by the business, with direct impact of your contribution and an inside perspective of the field while working alongside industry professionals.
• Opportunities for post-graduate employment beyond the internship program.
• Remote capabilities for qualified individuals; interns are preferred to be onsite in Chattanooga, TN.
• For full-time employees, benefits start the first of the month following the month of hire: Medical, Dental, & Vision, 401(k) Match, Paid Time Off, Life-Disability Insurance, and more.