AI Transformation Intern at Edelman in New York, NY

Summary: Edelman is a leading communications firm, and they are seeking an AI Transformation Intern to support the development and rollout of their AI platform and transformation initiatives. The intern will collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess organizational needs, design AI-enabled tools, and drive adoption across the firm. Responsibilities: - Support stakeholder interviews, workshops, and discovery sessions to identify needs, pain points, and process friction - Help map current-state workflows and develop journey maps to highlight opportunity areas - Synthesize qualitative and quantitative findings into clear insights and recommendations - Assist in defining product concepts, user stories, and feature requirements for internal AI tools - Contribute to wireframes, lightweight prototypes, and feedback loops - Support pilot programs and testing cycles, capturing insights to inform iteration - Help document product updates and roadmap elements in structured, usable formats - Support the development of change management and adoption strategies - Help create enablement materials including adoption toolkits, training decks, guides, and FAQs - Draft internal communications plans to articulate value, behavioral shifts, and impact - Track adoption signals and feedback to help refine tools and rollout approaches Required Qualifications: - Strong interest in product management, user experience research, organizational change, or innovation - Demonstrated curiosity and fluency with AI tools, with an interest in how AI transforms workflows and industries - Ability to break down complex systems and processes into clear, structured insights - Strong writing and presentation skills (proficiency in Figma is ideal) - Comfortable working in ambiguity and contributing to early-stage initiatives - Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks within a structured environment - Relevant coursework or prior internship experience in product, consulting, research, strategy, or innovation is a plus - In order to be considered, you must have at least completed your junior year of undergraduate study by the summer of 2026 - Only students who are authorized to work in the United States will be considered Required Skills: Product management, User experience research, AI tools proficiency Important Skills: Change management Nice-to-Have Skills: Ambiguity management Benefits: Medical and dental insurance, Vision, 401K, Life insurance, Disability insurance, Paid time off, Travel assistance, Wellness programing