<p>Location</p> <p>Hybrid/Remote: work required onsite in Kalamazoo, MI</p> <p>To be considered, any candidates should be within a reasonable commutable distance to Kalamazoo, MI</p> <p>Title</p> <p>AI Research & Implementation Intern</p> <p>Classification</p> <p>Non-exempt</p> <p>Reports To</p> <p>Chief Information Officer</p> <p>Position Type</p> <p>Part-Time</p> <p>Flexible schedule (20+ hrs/week)</p> <p>Pay Rate</p> <p>$20/hour, part-time PTO and benefits available per the Employee Handbook and Benefits Guide, available on oneschupan.com</p> <p>ABOUT SCHUPAN</p> <p>We've been creating sustainable material solutions since 1968.</p> <p>At Schupan, we want to positively impact our people, community, and planet every day.</p> <p>We believe our core values foster a culture of excellence through growth. Schupan expects all coworkers to perform their job duties and consistently follow the code of conduct, by exhibiting behaviors that reflect: Integrity, Empowerment, Sustainability, and Compassion.</p> <p>SUMMARY</p> <p>Join our technology team to help shape the future of our workplace through practical applications of Generative AI. In this role, you'll research, experiment, and implement AI solutions to enhance Schupan business processes and operational efficiency.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</p> <ul> <li>Research and evaluate various Generative AI tools and platforms (e.g., GPT, Claude, Copilot) for business applications </li><li>Create proof-of-concept demonstrations for promising AI applications </li><li>Identify and test workflow optimization opportunities across departments </li><li>Design and conduct AI implementation experiments </li><li>Document findings and develop best practices for AI integration </li><li>Must be able to communicate effectively in order to collaborate with different teams to understand their processes and solve critical issues </li><li>Must be able to interact in person with coworkers and the public </li><li>Must be able to handle high stress situations </li></ul> <p>REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT</p> <p>To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>POSITION QUALIFICATIONS</p> <p>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE</p> <ul> <li>Currently enrolled in a degree program in computer science, information systems, information technology, data engineering, applied mathematics, or a similar field (required) </li><li>Prior experience using analytics, and experience with API integration (preferred) </li></ul> <p>SKILLS AND ABILITIES</p> <ul> <li>Basic programming knowledge (familiarity with Python/Javascript/SQL) </li><li>Working understanding of AI/ML concepts </li></ul> <p>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</p> <ul> <li>Frequently lift and/or move IT equipment weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move equipment up to 50 pounds </li><li>Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer </li></ul> <p>The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.</p> <p>Equal Opportunity Employer: Schupan believes our coworkers must be able to enjoy a work environment free from all forms of employment discrimination. The Company embraces individual differences and does not discriminate against any coworker or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, height, weight, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. This policy of nondiscrimination applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training.</p>