AI Engineering Intern (Hybrid) at Homebase in San Francisco

Summary: Homebase is a company dedicated to helping small businesses thrive by providing an all-in-one app for hourly teams. They are seeking an AI Engineering Intern to map workflows, identify automation opportunities, and design AI-powered solutions that enhance internal operations. Responsibilities: - Embed with internal teams (e.g., Sales, Marketing, Support) to map workflows, surface pain points, and identify high-leverage automation opportunities - Design, prototype, and ship AI-powered automations end-to-end, applying LLMs creatively to real business workflows in ambiguous, fast-changing environments - Build full-stack solutions—from Python scripts and backend services to intuitive React interfaces—for internal teams to use in production - Operate like a product-minded engineer: run interviews, co-design solutions, and iterate based on real-world usage and feedback - Measure impact rigorously—ship changes that move metrics like rep talk time, ticket deflection, adoption, and operational efficiency - Codify what works by creating reusable templates, playbooks, and documentation for future engineers and partner teams - Experiment with AI tools to accelerate your own workflows and demonstrate AI fluency in your daily work (a Homebase expectation for all roles) Required Qualifications: - Curiosity and enthusiasm for AI-first engineering, including hands-on experimentation with LLMs, agents, or automation tooling - Experience with Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or React, whether through coursework, personal projects, hackathons, or open-source contributions - Comfortable navigating ambiguity, learning new systems quickly, and working directly with non-technical stakeholders - A product mindset—ability to break down problems, scope solutions, and iterate quickly based on user feedback - Strong communication skills for pairing with business partners and demoing work - Ability to collaborate in the San Francisco office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays (hybrid expectation for all hub-based roles) - Passion for helping small businesses and building tools that make teams more effective Required Skills: Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, LLMs, AI automation, Full-stack development