Junior AI Specialist - Internship

Generali Italia SpA; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Generali Investments Holding S.p.A. is seeking an AI Specialist to join the Data Management function. You will design and implement AI/ML & Generative AI PoCs, gather and preprocess large datasets, and experiment with techniques to improve model performance.

You will communicate results to stakeholders and help integrate AI into the data infrastructure. Ideal candidates are pursuing or recently completed degrees in related fields, proficient in Python with TensorFlow/PyTorch, and familiar with

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed degree in relevant field
• Passion for AI/ML with knowledge of generative models
• Proficiency in Python and experience with AI/ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch)
• Basic knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Experience with data preprocessing, structured/unstructured data, and databases like SQL/NoSQL
• Basic understanding of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and their AI/ML services

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to design and develop Proof of Concepts for AI/ML and Generative AI applications
• Assist in gathering and preprocessing large datasets to train and fine-tune AI models
• Research and experiment with various AI/ML techniques to improve model performance and efficiency
• Analyze and evaluate the performance of the AI models
• Present regular progress reports and findings to stakeholders and senior team members
• Support in integrating AI solutions into the company’s existing data infrastructure
• Contribute to documentation of processes, experiments, and outcomes for future reference
• Communicate effectively within the team and across departments to ensure alignment on data initiatives and promote data driven culture

Skills

Python

AI/ML knowledge

Generative AI

Data preprocessing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS/Math/Statistics/AI/ML

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Git

SQL

NoSQL

Azure

AWS

Job description

Within the Data Management function in Generali Investments Holding, we are looking for a talented and proactive resource to join the team. As AI Specialist, you will collaborate to research, design, and implement AI models using state-of-the-art techniques. You will be involved in data collection, model training, and performance evaluation, while gaining hands‑on experience in AI/ML technologies. This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about artificial intelligence, data science, and innovative technology solutions to contribute to real-world projects, learn from industry professionals and fast grow as an expert in the financial sector.

The successful candidate will perform the following activities:

• Collaborate with the Data Management team to design and develop Proof of Concepts for AI/ML and Generative AI applications
• Assist in gathering and preprocessing large datasets to train and fine‑tune AI models
• Research and experiment with various AI/ML techniques to improve model performance and efficiency
• Analyze and evaluate the performance of the AI models
• Present regular progress reports and findings to stakeholder and senior team members
• Support in integrating AI solutions into the company’s existing data infrastructure
• Contribute to documentation of processes, experiments, and outcomes for future reference
• Communicate effectively within the team and across departments to ensure alignment on data initiatives and promote data driven culture

Requirements

Our ideal candidate will meet the following requirements:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Math, Statistics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field
• Passion for AI/ML with knowledge of generative models
• Proficiency in Python and experience with AI/ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch)
• Basic knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Experience with data preprocessing, working with structured and unstructured data, and familiarity with databases like SQL, NoSQL
• Basic understanding of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and their AI/ML services

Company Profile

Generali is one of the largest global insurance and asset management providers. Established in 1831, it is present in 50 countries in the world, with a total premium income of more than € 66 billion in 2018. With nearly 71,000 employees serving 61 million customers, the Group has a leading position in Europe and a growing presence in Asia and Latin America. Generali’s ambition is to be the life‑time partner to its customers, offering innovative and personalized solutions thanks to an unmatched distribution network.

Generali Investments Holding S.p.A. guarantees a solid framework of services designed to support various asset management activities. Key elements include the provisioning of IT services over all applications underpinning the investment and asset management value chain (Front Office, Trading Desk, Investment Compliance, Middle and Back Office, Analytics and Reporting, etc.) The company also acts as a holding company, retaining share capital in the boutiques and Generali Investments’ companies.

Generali Investments is now taking the digital transformation to the next level in the context of the new strategic cycle. One of the main objectives, is the review of its Data Enterprise Architecture and Strategy to enable competitive advantage and opening to new value pools.