AI Engineering Intern

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $4.5B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

V2X has AI Engineering Intern opportunities for current college students pursuing STEM degrees focusing on artificial intelligence, machine learning, or software development in Indianapolis, IN for summer 2027. As an AI Engineering Intern, you will work within a team of talented and experienced engineers and gain hands‑on exposure to AI Engineering by performing core activities related to designing, developing, training, and testing AI and ML models. Many assignments will involve integrating AI capabilities into software systems and working with target hardware in a lab environment. The AI intern will apply technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to help solve customer needs by delivering customized AI-enabled engineering services and products for unique customer missions. We have a hybrid work schedule, and employees are expected to be in the office Tuesday–Thurday at a minimum.

Responsibilities

• Gain an understanding of typical AI/ML documentation and assist in preparing them.
• Learn commonly used AI and software engineering tools and best practices (e.g., Git, ADO, Python libraries, ML frameworks, VSCode).
• Provide basic support for AI and software development across various software environments and target hardware (e.g., Linux, Android, Windows).
• Expand your AI/ML knowledge, including model development, data preparation, and evaluation techniques.
• Participate as a member of a multi‑disciplinary engineering team.
• Contribute to project/program milestones under general guidance from supervisors, team leads, and mentors.
• Learn and follow established AI and Software Engineering processes and procedures.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Positive attitude and proven leadership skills.
• Customer focus and ability to collaborate.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Coursework in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, AI, Machine Learning, or related fields.
• Basic coding skills in one or more of the following: Python, Java, C/C++, Bash, etc.

Education Requirements:

• Candidate must be enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a technical degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM field.
• Must have obtained Sophomore, Junior, Senior or Post graduate status as of Spring 2027. The level will be based on the candidate’s qualifications, including degree credits earned.
• A cumulative GPA of 3.0+ is strongly desired (Please upload an unofficial transcript when applying).

Desired Skills:

• Knowledge of MS Office or other presentation tools.
• Previous engineering or AI/ML project experience or internships.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Security Clearance & Other Requirements:

• Ability to access systems with information restricted to U.S. citizens per federal contract requirements is required.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.