Innovation Lab Intern II - Summer 2027
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What you'll do
- Work with engineers and lab personnel to understand test activities, equipment, procedures, and operational workflows.
- Develop and maintain a custom AI agent that serves as a knowledge assistant that improves access to technical documentation, test procedures, engineering standards, and institutional knowledge.
- Expand the agent’s capabilities to enable it to assist with system troubleshooting and data analysis.
- Evaluate and improve AI assistant performance through prompt engineering, retrieval optimization, and user feedback analysis.
What they're looking for
- Must be pursuing a degree in Engineering, Physics, Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and a demonstrated work ethic
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats
- Willingness to learn quickly in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and deliver high-quality work
- Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively in a team setting
- Strong foundation in mechanical/electrical engineering fundamentals, with the ability to apply first-principles reasoning and systems thinking to analyze complex, interconnected systems.
Summarised by NextRaise from the employer’s description, which follows in full below.
Full description from employer
Position Summary:
- We are seeking a motivated and curious Innovation Lab Engineering Intern to support technical initiatives within the lab. This role provides exposure to cutting-edge power and thermal management technologies, laboratory testing operations, and the application of AI tools to improve engineering workflows. The ideal candidate has a mechanical or electrical engineering background, strong problem-solving skills, and an interest in learning how emerging AI technologies can enhance engineering productivity, knowledge sharing, and decision-making.
Responsibilities: -
- Work with engineers and lab personnel to understand test activities, equipment, procedures, and operational workflows.
- Develop and maintain a custom AI agent that serves as a knowledge assistant that improves access to technical documentation, test procedures, engineering standards, and institutional knowledge.
- Expand the agent’s capabilities to enable it to assist with system troubleshooting and data analysis.
- Evaluate and improve AI assistant performance through prompt engineering, retrieval optimization, and user feedback analysis.
Requirements: -
- Must be pursuing a degree in Engineering, Physics, Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
- High attention to detail and a demonstrated work ethic
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats
- Willingness to learn quickly in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and deliver high-quality work
- Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively in a team setting
- Strong foundation in mechanical/electrical engineering fundamentals, with the ability to apply first-principles reasoning and systems thinking to analyze complex, interconnected systems.
Physical & Environmental Demands:
- None
Time Travel Required:
- None
The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.
OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.
OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength
OUR BEHAVIORS
• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development
About Vertiv
Vertiv is a $10.2 billion global critical infrastructure and data center technology company. We ensure customers’ vital applications run continuously by bringing together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services. Our portfolio includes power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extends from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 20,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more.
Work Authorization
No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertiv.com.
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