Summer AI Services and Platforms Software Engineer Graduate Intern

Position: Summer 2027 AI Services and Platforms Software Engineer Graduate Intern
** Company :*
* Highmark Health

** Job Description :*
* Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. independently. At this time, we do not offer visa sponsorship for this role.

The  
** Summer 2027 AI Services and Platforms Software Engineer Graduate Internship
** provides graduate students with an opportunity to gain hands-on experience building scalable, cloud-native software solutions that power next-generation Generative AI applications. This internship is designed for technically advanced students who are passionate about combining strong software engineering and system design fundamentals with emerging Artificial Intelligence technologies.

As a member of the  
** AI Services and Platforms team** , the intern will work alongside experienced software engineers, architects, and AI professionals to design and develop reusable APIs, microservices, backend components, and orchestration capabilities that enable enterprise AI solutions. Participants will gain practical experience supporting products that leverage  
** Large Language Models (LLMs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), AI agents, and other emerging GenAI capabilities** .

The program provides direct exposure to production-grade software engineering within a fast-paced, Agile-first AI application delivery environment. Interns will contribute to the architecture, development, testing, deployment, and optimization of backend solutions while gaining experience with distributed systems, cloud platforms, containerization, APIs, performance monitoring, and modern Dev Ops practices.

Typical responsibilities include developing Python-based microservices, designing RESTful APIs, building backend capabilities for RAG and AI agent solutions, participating in system architecture and design discussions, writing automated tests, deploying services to cloud environments, and improving system performance and observability. Through mentorship, technical collaboration, and meaningful project work, participants will strengthen their software engineering and architecture expertise while learning how robust enterprise platforms enable scalable and reliable AI-powered products.

** SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES*
* This job has the goal of providing the opportunity to acquire practical experience through direct exposure to the related business line(s) and to develop the next generation of diverse business professionals.  To that end, the program will provide hands-on training and experience in the business line, expose the various career opportunities in the business line and related areas, and prepare participants for positions in the business.

** REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS*
* + Bachelor's degree.

+ Pursuance of a graduate degree full or part-time in an accredited college or university.

** PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS*
* + Currently pursuing a  
** Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering** , or a related technical field.

+ Strong proficiency in  
** Python
* * and experience with backend application development.

+

Experience with backend frameworks such as  
** FastAPI, Flask, Django** , or similar technologies.

+ Solid understanding of software engineering and system design principles.

+ Understanding of  
** APIs, distributed systems, service orchestration, and API lifecycle management** .

** ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS*
* 1. Communicate effectively. This position displays effective communication skills while interacting directly with colleagues, clientele, and/or other internal or external constituencies in the planning of assignments and the resolution of day-to-day operational problems.

2. Under supervision, provide professional services as appropriate to the day-to-day operating objectives of the area.  Receives guidance, training, and mentoring from senior personnel in planning and carrying out activities and assignments.

3. Undertake and/or participate in projects and programs designed to develop professional skills and expertise appropriate to the needs of the organization.

4. Participate in the planning and implementation of unit projects and initiatives within area of expertise and ability.

5. As specifically requested by management, conducts research and reporting inclusive of recommendations or alternative proposals for action.

6. Undertake related studies or enrichment programs as appropriate to the specific objectives of the operating unit.

7. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

** _Disclaimer: _
** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general…