AI Solutions Intern

Cotton Holdings

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Posted about 1 month ago

Full Time

Houston, Texas

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Interns will identify and explore AI use cases across business functions, building prototypes using tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and no-code platforms. They will also assist in developing AI agents and workflows, conducting research, and presenting weekly demos of progress.

Qualifications

We are looking for motivated high school or college students for our AI Solutions Internship. College students should be pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related field with experience in Python, APIs, or automation tools. High school students should have a demonstrated interest in AI, coding, or STEM.

Job Description

AI Solutions Intern

Department: Information Technology

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Houston, TX

Compensation: $18.00 / hour



Description

Are you ready to jumpstart your career and make a real impact this summer? 

We are looking for two highly motivated summer interns to work on real-world AI use cases across business functions (e.g., operations, finance, legal, marketing). This is a hands-on role focused on experimenting with AI tools, building prototypes, and translating ideas into practical solutions.Interns will work directly on live problems, not theoretical projects, and will gain exposure to how AI is deployed in a business environment.  Location:  Houston, Texas - Internship will be onsite

Duration:
 9 Weeks (June 1st, 2026 - July 31, 2026)

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify and explore AI use cases across different business functions
  • Build prototypes using tools such as:
  • ChatGPT / Claude / Gemini etc.
  • No-code tools (Zapier, Make, n8n)
  • Python (optional but preferred)
  • Assist in developing AI agents / workflows (e.g., document processing, automation, analytics)
  • Conduct research on emerging AI tools and summarize applicability
  • Work with stakeholders to understand problems and propose solutions
  • Document workflows, learnings, and results clearly
  • Present weekly demos of progress and outcomes
  • Hands-on experience building real AI solutions (not just learning theory)
  • Exposure to business + technology intersection
  • Mentorship on structured problem-solving and execution
  • Opportunity to contribute to production-level AI initiatives
  • Strong portfolio projects for college / career


Requirements:

  • All Candidates
    • Strong curiosity and willingness to learn quickly
    • Comfortable experimenting with new tools independently
    • Ability to break down problems and think logically
    • Good communication skills (written + verbal)
    • Self-driven and able to work with minimal supervision
  • High School Students (Rising 10th–12th)
    • Demonstrated interest in AI, coding, or STEM (e.g., robotics, CS classes)
    • Built or experimented with any project (even small ones)
    • Strong initiative (self-starter mindset is key
  • College Students (Freshman–Senior)
    • Pursuing Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, MBA, or related field
    • Experience with:
      • Python OR
      • APIs OR Automation tools
      • Prior project or internship experience preferred
  • Availability: Must be available to work full-time for the entire duration of the internship program onsite (9 weeks - Houston, Texas).


Why Join Us?

  • Mentorship: Learn from industry experts who are passionate about your growth and success.
  • Networking: Build a network of professionals and peers that will support you throughout your career.
  • Career Pathways: Gain a clearer understanding of potential career paths in your field of study.
  • Hands-On Experience: Work on real projects that have a lasting impact on our business and your career.
  • Innovative Environment: Be part of a company that values creativity, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Cotton Holdings

Founded in 1996, Cotton Holdings Inc. is a leading infrastructure support services company with subsidiaries that conduct business under the Cotton USA, Cotton International, Cotton Roofing, Cotton Logistics, Cotton Culinary, OneLodge, OneTeam, Stellar Commercial Roofing, Full Circle Restoration, Target Restoration, and Advanced Catastrophe Technologies, Inc. brands. Headquartered in Katy, Texas with an International Logistics Center and regional offices throughout North America, Cotton provides property restoration and recovery, construction, roofing, consulting, workforce staffing, temporary housing and culinary services to public and private entities worldwide. By combining their diverse suite of services with the best talent in the industry, innovative technology and a large inventory of company owned assets, Cotton has the unique advantage of offering clients a total solutions package in support of disaster events and complex work environments of the petrochemical and oil and gas industries. Join the conversation on Facebook: Facebook.com/CottonGDS Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/cotton_gds Learn more about us on: cottoncompanies.com

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