AI Implementation Intern

Nortech Systems is a leading provider of engineering and manufacturing solutions for complex electromedical and electromechanical products. We proudly serve mission critical markets, including medical imaging, medical devices, industrial, and aerospace & defense. Nortech delivers exceptional value by solving complex challenges through innovative, customized engineering, design, manufacturing, and data management solutions. Our expertise is in complex cable, PCBA and integrated higher-level assemblies.

Our team is focused on delivering lifesaving products from medical devices which detect and treat cancer to mission-critical components for airplanes and submarines. Nortech’s customers include some of the biggest names in industry, medical devices and aerospace and defense. We take pride in our team’s role in making products that make a difference.

• Competitive compensation
• A diverse and inclusive workplace fostering responsible social engagement
• Training and opportunity for advancement

We are seeking a motivated and forward‑thinking AI Implementation Intern to support the application of artificial intelligence across our business and operations processes. This on‑site role in our Maple Grove office provides hands‑on exposure to how AI is evaluated, implemented, and scaled within an electronics manufacturing services (EMS) environment. The intern will work closely with Marketing, Sales, Operations, Supply Chain, IT, Quality, and Finance teams to help identify and support AI‑enabled solutions that improve efficiency, decision‑making, compliance, and overall business performance.

• Direct mentorship and visibility with senior leadership
• Hands‑on experience applying AI across real business, quality, financial, and operational processes
• Cross‑functional exposure to manufacturing, supply chain, quality, finance, sales, and marketing teams
• Practical understanding of how AI drives efficiency, insight, and enterprise value

• Support the identification, evaluation, and implementation of AI use cases across business and operational functions, including marketing and sales, operations and supply chain, quality and compliance, finance and business analytics, and administrative and support processes.
• Work on‑site in the Maple Grove office with cross‑functional stakeholders to understand workflows, pain points, and opportunities for AI‑driven improvement.
• Assist with AI‑enabled initiatives such as process automation and workflow optimization, data analysis, reporting, and performance dashboards, content and document generation for internal and external use.
• Partner with Quality and Finance teams to ensure AI outputs support accuracy, traceability, compliance, and sound decision‑making.
• Research AI tools, platforms, and practical use cases relevant to manufacturing and business operations.
• Help test, validate, and refine AI outputs to ensure data integrity, usability, and alignment with business needs.
• Document AI use cases, processes, and lessons learned to support broader organizational adoption.
• Support change‑management efforts by helping develop training materials, guidelines, or internal communications related to AI tools.
• Communicate findings, insights, and recommendations to project leaders and senior stakeholders.

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, Operations Management, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong interest in artificial intelligence, automation, and digital transformation.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in an on‑site, cross‑functional environment.
• Curiosity, adaptability, and willingness to learn in a fast‑paced setting.

Certain positions at Nortech require access to information, or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and other US government security regulations. These laws do not permit access rights to non‑US citizens, or to other unauthorized individuals. Therefore, presently, all applicants must be US Citizens, or US Permanent Residents (“green card holders”), and/or otherwise comply with ITAR requirements for access rights, to be considered for a position.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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