Skills

Communication Leadership Adaptability Go Data Engineering Microsoft 365 Test Sales Customer Service Training Organization Azure Software Development Recruitment

Job Specifications

AI Engineer Intern

Division: Business Technology – Data & AI

Location: Hybrid | Omaha, NE (Tower)

Reports to: Chief Data Officer

Compensation Band: 3

About WoodmenLife’s Data & AI Team

Our Data & AI organization is made up of 16 talented professionals—including Data Engineers, Data Analysts, Data Architects, and AI Engineers—working together to build modern, scalable data and AI solutions that move WoodmenLife forward. As an AI Engineer Intern, you’ll be part of a collaborative team building cutting‑edge automation and agentic AI solutions that directly support major business operations.

Why You’ll Love This Internship

Work directly with frontier AI technologies
Build real solutions that go into production
Join a supportive, high-energy team pushing innovation forward

Role Overview

The AI Engineer Intern will work closely with experienced AI Engineers to design, develop, test, and document AI‑driven solutions using Microsoft’s Azure AI ecosystem. This role is ideal for a student or early‑career technologist who wants hands‑on experience with frontier AI technologies and real‑world production systems.

What You’ll Do (Daily Responsibilities)

Participate in daily stand‑ups and collaborate with teammates on project priorities
Work with senior AI Engineers to build agentic and automation solutions
Assist in testing and validating technologies being developed for production
Create documentation and contribute to the team’s internal knowledge base
Partner with business stakeholders to understand processes and identify opportunities for automation

Tools & Technologies You’ll Use

Microsoft 365
Copilot Studio
Microsoft Foundry
Claude Code
Azure AI ecosystem

Projects You May Support

You’ll gain hands-on experience contributing to high‑impact initiatives such as:

Custom Copilots for HR
Automation solutions for Customer Service
AI‑powered tools to support Sales operations

Career Growth Opportunities

This internship provides a strong foundation for future full‑time roles in AI engineering. Top‑performing interns may have the opportunity to transition into an AI Engineer I role.

What We’re Looking For

Interest in AI, automation, data engineering, or software development
Curiosity, adaptability, and willingness to learn
Ability to collaborate with technical and business partners
Strong problem‑solving and communication skills

Team Culture & Leadership

You’ll report to our Chief Data Officer, who leads with a collaborative management style and values open communication. The team prides itself on being supportive, innovative, and fun—always exploring new ways to leverage AI to reinvent how work gets done.

30/60/90 Day Expectations

First 30 Days:

Onboard to tools, platforms, and team processes
Pair closely with an experienced AI Engineer mentor

60 Days:

Begin contributing to POC enhancements and small components of production solutions

90 Days:

Support moving POCs into production-ready workflows
Demonstrate ownership of assigned tasks within team projects

WoodmenLife offers a competitive compensation package and a comprehensive benefits package (https://www.woodmenlife.org/careers/home-office/benefits/). As part of WoodmenLife’s employment process, candidates will be required to complete a criminal background check, credit check (where required for position), Fingerprint check (where required for position), drug screen and reference checks. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon successfully passing the above.

WoodmenLife is committed to excellence in diversity by creating an inclusive work environment that values and respects all individuals. We welcome and embrace associates, regardless of background and beliefs. WoodmenLife respects every associate’s unique perspective and contribution. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that values differences, and creates opportunities for growth, leadership and service. This commitment includes providing equal opportunity in recruitment, employment and promotion, training and community outreach. WoodmenLife is also dedicated to strengthening the communities in which its employees live.

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION IF SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS ARE NEEDED.

Woodmen of the World Life Insurance Society (WoodmenLife) is an equal opportunity employer.

About the Company

We've been helping to protect the financial future of families like yours, making a difference in hometowns across America, and honoring our country since 1890. As a not-for-profit life insurance company, we put money back into the community. We're here when you need us most. When you become part of the WoodmenLife family, you're joining other people who share your commitment to family, community, and country. Through WoodmenLife, you have opportunities to connect with others, give back locally, and honor those who make an i... Know more