AI Analyst Internship

Location: Johnson Creek, WI

Employment type: Full-time summer hours preferred; flexible schedule available during academic terms

Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S without sponsorship.

Position Overview

We are seeking a student currently enrolled in an AI, Data Science, Computer Science, or related technical program who is eager to apply classroom knowledge to real-world business challenges.

This position will work directly with IT and management staff to analyze business processes, then design, document and implement AI solutions. Ability to assist the IT department in miscellaneous tasks may also be necessary. This position would work on-site at our Johnson Creek location and may require occasional travel to our Milwaukee plant.

Key Responsibilities

AI Strategy & Implementation

• Evaluate current business processes and identify high-impact AI opportunities.
• Assist in implementing AI tools to improve quoting accuracy and turnaround time.
• Explore AI agent frameworks to automate workflows and repetitive tasks.
• Develop and test internal AI assistants for business use cases
• Suggest and prototype automation solutions to reduce manual processes.

Documentation

• Work with a variety of departments and end users to interview them on business processes and then use AI to help document workflows.
• Build models or tools to improve cost estimation and margin forecasting.

Data & Analytics

• Clean, organize, and analyze manufacturing and operational data.
• Possibly create scripts to build better BI tools based on available MSSQL data.

Research & Recommendations

• Research/Evaluate AI platforms for accuracy, security, and ROI.
• Present findings and implementation roadmaps to leadership.

Qualifications

Required:

• Currently pursuing a degree or certification in AI, Data Science, Computer Science, Business Analyst, or related field.
• Understanding of AI concepts (LLMs, machine learning, AI agents).
• Experience with one or more major AI tools (CoPilot, ChatGPT)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and still produce results.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with CNC manufacturing, ERP systems, or quoting tools is a plus.
• Experience with Microsoft SQL and data visualization tools (Power BI or similar).

What You’ll Gain

• Real-world experience implementing AI in a manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to operational, financial, and technical decision-making.
• Opportunity to create meaningful AI initiatives from concept to deployment.
• Potential pathway to long-term employment.