AI Transformation​/Forward Deployed Engineer; FDE Internship

Internship Overview

This is a 10‑12 week, full‑time internship (40 hours per week) based in our Minneapolis office. It is open to recent college graduates who completed a degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or Data Science between May and August 2026. High‑performing interns may be considered for future full‑time opportunities within Datasite's AI Transformation organization. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship;

applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

• Learn the Discovery Process: participate in stakeholder meetings to understand business workflows, identify pain points, and learn how AI opportunities are identified and prioritized.
• Build AI Solutions: develop rapid prototypes using AI models, APIs, Python, workflow automation platforms, and other modern tools; iterate quickly based on business feedback.
• Explore Process Improvements: analyze workflows across business functions to identify opportunities where AI and automation can improve productivity, quality, and customer experience.
• Support Delivery: help document use cases, participate in testing, prepare demonstrations, and support successful deployment of AI solutions.
• Communicate Business Impact: explain technical work in business terms by focusing on measurable outcomes such as time savings, quality improvements, and efficiency gains.

You’ll be paired with experienced Forward Deployed Engineers who will mentor you through active AI initiatives. You’ll participate in team stand‑ups, collaborate with cross‑functional stakeholders, contribute to prototype development, and present your work throughout the internship. This collaborative, fast‑moving environment values curiosity, initiative, and continuous learning as much as technical ability.

Required

• Recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, or Data Science.
• Experience with Python (strongly preferred) or another modern programming language.
• Familiarity with APIs, SQL, databases, or workflow automation tools.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred

• Experience with AI/ML, LLMs, or AI‑powered development tools.
• Academic, personal, or internship projects demonstrating automation or AI applications.
• Experience with Git, cloud platforms, or workflow tools such as n8n.
• Interest in business process improvement and enterprise AI.

• Enjoy solving ambiguous problems.
• Build things outside of class.
• Ask thoughtful questions before jumping to solutions.
• Learn new technologies quickly.
• Communicate clearly with technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Take ownership and follow through.

• Participated in real AI Transformation initiatives.
• Built and demonstrated working AI prototypes.
• Worked alongside business leaders and technical teams.
• Learned how enterprise AI projects move from idea to implementation.
• Developed the skills needed to succeed as a Forward Deployed Engineer.
• Positioned yourself for consideration for a future full‑time FDE opportunity.

The base salary range represents the estimated low and high end for this position based on a good‑faith assessment of the role and market data at the time of posting.