Intern - AI Strategy and Development
Intern - AI Strategy and Development
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Our Vision: We make dreams possible.
Yes were a student loan servicer. Were also a technology company idea incubator start-up accelerator and K-12 and higher education expert. At Nelnet were so much more than what you thinkand were just getting started. So no matter what you want to do in lifebuild codes or build brandswere the best place to do it.
Join Nelnet as an intern and do real work that matters to our business. All Nelnet interns receive one-on-one mentorship competitive pay casual dress flexible schedule intern-specific programming and meaningful work experience.
Apply to one of our internships today. Your career awaits.
The AI Strategy & Development Intern will work directly with the Director of Digital Strategy to advance Nelnet Business Services enterprise AI initiatives. This role blends strategic analysis program coordination and hands-on exploration of emerging AI technologies. The intern will help support the rollout of AI literacy and engineering programs contribute to AI strategy through the Center of Excellence and assist with targeted internal improvement projects. This is an ideal opportunity for a business-minded student with proven experience using frontier AI models and a passion for technology-driven innovation.Support the planning coordination and execution of enterprise AI initiatives including:
AI Literacy Program for associates
AI Engineering Upskilling Program(s)
AI strategy workstreams through the Center of Excellence
Selected internal AI-related process improvement projects
Conduct research on AI market trends competitive benchmarks and emerging tools relevant to Nelnet Business Services.
Assist in preparing presentations reports and briefing materials for senior leadership.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements document processes and track project progress.
Support light prototyping and testing of AI-enabled tools or workflows (in partnership with technical teams).
Help develop communications guides and resources to increase AI awareness and adoption.
EDUCATION:
Pursuing a degree in Business Communications Data Science Computer Science or a related field. Current standing Junior or above preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
Required: Direct hands-on experience with frontier AI models (e.g. GPT-4/5 Claude Gemini Mistral Llama).
Preferred: Experience with advanced AI tools frameworks or APIs for building and integrating AI solutions.
Experience with data analysis market research or strategic planning is a plus.
Strong interest in the business applications of AI.
COMPETENCIES SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:
Passion for artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to distill complex concepts into clear accessible language.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to work collaboratively across business and technical teams.
Self-motivated detail-oriented and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
Pay - $21 - $27/ Hourly
Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion/creed national origin gender sex marital status age disability use of a guide dog or service animal sexual orientation military/veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone.
Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at or.
Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.
Required Experience:
Intern
Employment Type
Part-Time
