University - Applied AI Intern at Booz Allen… · Washington

Summary: Booz Allen Hamilton is a leading consulting firm specializing in defense and national security. As an Applied AI Intern, you will assist in exploring optimization and algorithmic development to advance mission solutions while collaborating with data scientists and AI engineers to apply mathematical methods to real-world challenges. Responsibilities: - Help our defense mission space team explore new approaches in optimization, modeling, probability, and algorithmic development to advance next‑generation mission solutions - Work with massive real‑world data sets and operationally relevant challenges - Collaborate closely with data scientists, AI engineers, and mission experts to understand client needs, apply mathematical methods to data‑driven problems, and evaluate the performance of advanced AI and machine learning techniques - Contribute to algorithm design, model validation, analytic experimentation, and explainability analysis to help ensure deployed AI is trustworthy, robust, and mission‑ready - Help build tools, applications, and pipelines that integrate machine learning into real world operational workflows and advanced analytical systems - Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to explore emerging AI technologies, evaluate integration approaches, and develop software components that enhance mission-relevant decision making - Work in Agile environments where you can rapidly iterate, test new features, incorporate user feedback, and gain exposure to cloud environments, DevSecOps toolchains, and secure development best practices Required Qualifications: - Experience with programming languages or frameworks, including Python, Java, C++, Go, or JavaScript - Experience with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint - Knowledge of software development methodologies, version control, and collaborative development workflows - Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance - Scheduled to obtain a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a STEM field by Spring/Summer 2027 Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with AI and ML model development or integration - Experience with cloud platforms, containerization, or DevSecOps tooling - Experience with databases such as SQL or NoSQL or data engineering pipelines - Knowledge of Agile development Required Skills: Python, AI, ML development, Cloud platforms Important Skills: C++, Agile development Nice-to-Have Skills: Java, Go, JavaScript, SQL, NoSQL, Microsoft Office, Version control, Collaborative workflows Benefits: Health, Life, Disability, Financial, Retirement benefits, Paid leave, Professional development, Tuition assistance, Work-life programs, Dependent care