AI Program Manager Intern (LLM)

Location: San Jose, California, United States; on-site

Hourly rate: $28 for undergraduate students / $32 for graduate students

Company

Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America develops automotive software, AI products, and digital ecosystems to enhance the driving experience.

What you will do

• Research and promote the latest LLM capabilities and developer tools through internal enablement sessions.
• Assess development and management workflows, identify bottlenecks, and implement AI-driven automation.
• Coordinate between Product Managers and Developers to align technical requirements with product roadmaps.
• Support the integration of coding assistants and open-source protocols such as MCP for code generation, testing, and documentation.
• Assist with sprint management, documentation, and progress tracking in project management software.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, MIS, or a related technical or analytical field.
• Experience from software development or technical project coordination, including internships, academic projects, or bootcamps.
• Foundational knowledge of modern LLMs, including Claude, GPT, or Gemini, and enterprise use cases.
• Hands-on familiarity with developer tools such as Claude Code and GitHub Copilot.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Export-controlled technology access may require authorization under United States export regulations.

Nice to have

• Professional experience as a Software Developer or Engineer.
• Proficiency with Jira, Confluence, and agile project management tools.
• Familiarity with the Model Context Protocol (MCP).
• Basic Python scripting skills for internal workflow automation.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative environment focused on continuous learning and innovation.
• PTO and sick time are provided for the internship.
• The internship may begin in September 2026 and requires a commitment at least through the end of 2026.
• Full-time employee benefits such as medical insurance, 401(k), tuition assistance, and parental leave do not apply to interns.