Software Engineering Intern

KION Group

Posted 7 days ago

Internship

Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Responsibilities

Design and implement AI/ML and LLM-based proof-of-concept solutions to improve developer and operational efficiency. Own small projects end-to-end, from experimentation with structured and unstructured data to delivering demo-ready prototypes.

Qualifications

You are pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field and possess solid programming skills in Python. You have a fundamental understanding of AI/ML concepts and are familiar with modern AI tools or frameworks, demonstrating the ability to work independently and communicate technical ideas clearly.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Python

AI/ML

LLM

embeddings

clustering

retrieval-augmented generation (RAG)

summarization

vector databases

open-source ML libraries

Job Description

Join Dematic as a Software Engineering AI Intern and contribute to cutting-edge logistics and material handling projects that power global supply chains.

We are seeking a motivated AI Engineer Intern to help design and build applied AI prototypes that solve real‑world engineering productivity problems. This role is ideal for a student who enjoys working independently, experimenting with AI/ML and LLM‑based solutions, and transforming ambiguous problem statements into working proofs of concept (POCs) and demos.
The intern will focus on narrowly scoped, high‑impact AI projects such as AI‑assisted log analysis and internal knowledge assistants. The work will produce reusable artifacts (code, demos, documentation) and provide hands‑on exposure to applied AI system design in an enterprise engineering environment.

Sound like you? Come join us and get ready to make a difference!

We offer:

  • Career Development
  • Competitive Compensation and Benefits
  • Pay Transparency
  • Global Opportunities

Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-us/about/careers/what-we-offer

Dematic Corp. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $[Insert salary range] at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

Tasks and Qualifications:

What We Are Looking For:

As an AI Engineer Intern, you will work closely with senior engineers and managers to build and iterate on AI‑powered tools that improve developer and operational efficiency. You will be responsible for owning small, well‑defined projects end‑to‑end—from problem understanding and experimentation to prototype implementation and demo‑ready delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Designing and implementing AI/ML or LLM‑based proof‑of‑concept solutions
  • Working with structured and unstructured data (logs, documentation, text)
  • Experimenting with techniques such as embeddings, clustering, retrieval‑augmented generation (RAG), and summarization
  • Writing clean, understandable code and lightweight documentation
  • Demonstrating results through clear demos, notebooks, or simple user interfaces
  • Communicating progress, findings, and limitations effectively

This role is part‑time and intended for students who will be returning to university for graduation.

Required / Preferred Skills

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, AI/ML, or a related field
  • Solid programming skills in Python (or similar languages used for AI development)
  • Fundamental understanding of AI/ML concepts (e.g., supervised vs unsupervised learning, embeddings, NLP basics)
  • Familiarity with modern AI tools or frameworks (e.g., LLMs, vector databases, open‑source ML libraries)
  • Ability to break down a problem and work independently with minimal supervision
  • Strong communication skills and ability to explain technical ideas clearly

KION Group

Are looking to make your move? Then you’ve come to the right place! We are the KION Group, and the world of supply chain solutions is our home. KION is shaping world trade – globally, regionally, locally. We ensure that supply chains reach their full potential: fast, efficient, smart, sustainable and reliable. Our 42,000 employees make a real difference, helping us to become who we are today: The Supply Chain Solutions Company. Our people’s passion is innovating, automating, and orchestrating solutions for our customers’ supply chains. Would you like to be part of our international team? We can offer you interesting jobs and exciting career opportunities in an innovative, rapidly-growing, and forward-looking industry. With us, you benefit from numerous development opportunities in a global group, including the possibility of working at one of our locations abroad on a temporary basis. Regardless of which of our sites you work at, the KION values—integrity, collaboration, courage, and excellence—shape how we act and how we work with colleagues, managers, customers, suppliers, and applicants both at home and abroad. KION is the architect of global, regional and local supply chains. Our brands are well established: Dematic is the global leader in intelligent supply chain and automation solutions. The Linde Material Handling and STILL brands serve the premium and higher value segments of the industrial truck market. Baoli focuses on industrial trucks in the lower value and economy segments. As a provider of comprehensive supply chain solutions with a worldwide service network, KION has a global presence and a regional focus on the needs of its customers. KION brands keep the world moving. You can access our Legal Notice via the link https://www.kiongroup.com/en/Service/Legal-Notice/ and our Privacy Statement here: https://www.kiongroup.com/en/Service/Privacy-Statement/

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