Applied AI Intern

Applied AI Intern

In the Applied AI Intern position, you’ll work at the intersection of full-stack development and AI, building intelligent applications that transform healthcare delivery.

Direct Supply is building the future of healthcare technology with industry-leading products, solutions and platforms to help improve the lives of millions of seniors and those who care for them.

• Design and build AI-powered prototypes built on emerging technology frameworks.
• Create MVPs and proofs-of-concept with potential for core product feature implementation.
• Partner with product teams to identify AI opportunities in existing workflows.
• Develop full-stack applications that integrate emerging technology at scale.
• Build with modern frameworks (React, Node.js, Python, etc.) while prioritizing rapid iteration.
• Write production-quality code and design scalable APIs connecting models to user interfaces.
• Develop data pipelines and tools that enhance analytical products and infrastructure.
• Deliver end-to-end features independently from database to UI.
• Deploy applications using cloud services (AWS) with cost and performance optimization in mind.
• Research emerging AI technologies and contribute to internal best practices.
• Present technical demonstrations and product concepts to stakeholders.

• Learns Quickly – Rapidly absorbs and applies new information and skills and enjoys new challenges.
• Innovates and experiments to solve problems, reflecting on both successes and failures for growth.
• Is a naturally curious and adaptable learner.
• Deals with Ambiguity – Adapts smoothly to change and thrives in ambiguity, maintaining composure and productivity.
• Maintains progress despite incomplete information and tackles complex issues constructively.
• Thinks like a founder while identifying opportunities, quickly validating assumptions, and focusing on customer work.
• Thoughtfully applies AI to customer challenges, recognizing when advanced solutions add value.
• Explores foundation model APIs, vector databases, and agentic frameworks to prototype and test emerging AI solutions.
• Effectively communicates complex AI concepts clearly, highlighting their impact on end users and business outcomes.

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, a related field, or equivalent self-directed learning (i.e., online courses, certifications, bootcamps, personal projects).
• Demonstrated full-stack development experience (React, Node.js, Python).
• Hands‑on AI/ML project experience using foundation models.
• Availability to work approximately 20 hours per week during the school year and full-time during breaks.

• Portfolio of end-to-end projects with AI features.
• Side projects demonstrating product thinking and user-centered design.
• Previous start-up experience or entrepreneurial initiatives.

Generous benefit package available.

Direct Supply, Inc. and its U.S. subsidiaries are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers committed to diverse work forces.