AI Engineer Intern (Agentic AI)

TL;DR

AI Engineer Intern (Agentic AI): Design and develop Agentic AI applications and workflows for real-world use cases with an accent on AI agent architectures, orchestration strategies, and machine learning model optimization. Focus on prototyping multi-step AI agents, benchmarking performance, and integrating agents into larger platforms.

Location: Onsite in Santa Clara, CA.

Salary: $27-$55 per hour

Company

hirify.global is a semiconductor solutions provider enabling data infrastructure across enterprise, cloud, and AI architectures.

What you will do

• Lead design and development of Agentic AI applications and workflows for real-world use cases.
• Conduct research and experiments on new AI agent architectures and orchestration strategies.
• Implement and optimize machine learning models and agent pipelines for performance and scalability.
• Develop prototypes and proof-of-concept AI agents capable of performing multi-step tasks.
• Benchmark and analyze the performance of existing AI agents, proposing enhancements.
• Work with data engineers and software developers to integrate agents into larger platforms and applications.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or other related fields with an anticipated graduation date between Winter 2026 and Spring 2027.
• Proficiency in Python, R, and Java.
• Solid understanding of machine learning concepts, algorithms, and frameworks such as TensorFlow and PyTorch.
• Prior exposure to data analysis, statistical modeling, and experimental design.
• Knowledge of software development best practices, including version control (e.g., Git).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Applicants must be eligible to access export-controlled information as defined under applicable law (U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Nice to have

• Previous experience with AI/ML projects, especially agent-based AI development.
• Familiarity with advanced topics such as deep learning, reinforcement learning, or natural language processing.
• Exposure to agent orchestration frameworks (e.g., LangChain, CrewAI, Semantic Kernel).
• Familiarity with cloud computing services (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Understanding of DevOps principles and experience with CI/CD pipelines.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage for interns.
• Perks, discounts, and robust mental health resources to prioritize emotional well-being.
• Paid holidays.
• Opportunity to contribute to innovative, secure, and scalable Agentic AI solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and gain exposure to the full development lifecycle.

Hiring process

• Candidates are not permitted to use AI tools (e.g., transcription apps, real-time answer generators like ChatGPT or Copilot, or automated note-taking bots) during interviews.
• Use of AI tools without prior instruction from the interviewer will result in disqualification from the hiring process.
• Interviews are designed to evaluate individual experience, thought process, and communication skills in real time.