AI Engineer Intern

Maxis; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 17,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Maxis in Kuala Lumpur invites you to join as an AI Engineer Intern to gain hands-on experience supporting enterprise AI, GenAI and automation, collaborating with engineers, product owners and cross-functional teams to deliver digital solutions.

You'll work on AI agents, GenAI initiatives, automation, Salesforce/RPA enhancements, data quality checks, and sprint-ready documentation, with a pathway to deeper deployment and learning in a dynamic tech-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, Data Science or related field.
• Basic understanding of programming concepts (e.g. Python, JavaScript).
• Strong interest in AI, Generative AI, automation, or digital transformation.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building and configuring AI agents to support internal productivity and business use cases.
• Support GenAI initiatives including prompt engineering, workflow integration, and experimentation with LLM-based solutions.
• Help design, implement, and document business process automations using low-code/no-code platforms and RPA tools.
• Collaborate on Salesforce and automation platform enhancements; assist in testing and troubleshooting.
• Perform basic data analysis, testing, and validation to ensure solution accuracy and reliability.
• Participate in solution design discussions, sprint activities, and technical documentation.

Skills

Python

JavaScript

AI

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Currently pursuing or recently completed degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, Data Science

Tools

Salesforce

RPA platforms

Low-code/no-code

Job description

Are you ready to get ahead in your career?

• We want to empower you to turn your ambitions into achievements.
• We thrive in inclusiveness, diversity and embrace close collaborations for you to create impact for yourself and others.
• Together, we aim to bring the best of technology to help people, businesses and the nation to be ahead in a changing world.
• To realise our vision to become Malaysia's leading converged solutions company, we are looking for a new talent to innovate and grow with us in a culture that values commitment, performance and possibilities.

Why does this job exist and why is it critical?

Join Maxis as an AI Engineer Intern, where you will gain hands-on experience supporting enterprise AI, Generative AI, and automation initiatives. This role offers exposure to real-world use cases, modern AI tools, and business process automation, while working closely with engineers, product owners, and cross-functional teams to deliver impactful digital solutions.

Key Responsibilities

1. AI Agents Development Support

• Assist in building and configuring AI agents to support internal productivity and business use cases.
• Support testing, validation, and optimisation of AI-driven solutions.

2. Generative AI (GenAI) Initiatives

• Support GenAI initiatives including prompt engineering, workflow integration, and experimentation with LLM-based solutions.
• Assist in prototyping use cases such as content generation, summarisation, and decision support tools.

3. Automation & Process Optimisation

• Help design, implement, and document business process automations using low-code/no-code platforms and RPA tools.
• Support efforts to streamline repetitive processes and improve operational efficiency.

4. Platform & System Support (Salesforce/RPA)

• Collaborate with team members on Salesforce and automation platform enhancements.
• Assist in testing, troubleshooting, and improving system performance.

5. Data Analysis & Quality Assurance

• Perform basic data analysis, testing, and validation to ensure solution accuracy and reliability.
• Support documentation and tracking of solution performance.

6. Agile & Team Collaboration

• Participate in solution design discussions, sprint activities, and technical documentation.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to support project delivery.

Value-Add Project

Depending on performance and capability, the intern may have the opportunity to contribute to high-impact initiatives such as developing AI-powered assistants, prototyping GenAI-driven solutions, or enhancing automation workflows, gaining exposure to end-to-end solution development and innovation.

Preferred Skills / Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, IT, Data Science, or a related field
• Basic understanding of programming concepts (e.g. Python, JavaScript, or similar)
• Strong interest in AI, Generative AI, automation, or digital transformation
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Good communication skills and willingness to learn

Good to Have

• Exposure to AI/ML concepts, LLMs, or prompt engineering
• Familiarity with automation tools, RPA platforms, or workflow builders
• Basic knowledge of Salesforce, APIs, or cloud platforms
• Experience with low-code/no-code tools or relevant academic or personal projects

Why Join Us?

• Gain hands-on experience with real-world AI and automation projects
• Learn from experienced engineers and product owners
• Build a strong foundation in Generative AI and intelligent automation
• Work in a dynamic, tech-driven environment shaping digital transformation.

Internship Duration

• Starting November onwards, preferably 6 months or longer.
• Open to undergraduate students and recent graduates seeking industry experience.

Maxis values diverse voices & people. We hire and reward our employees based on capability & performance - regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, education, religion, nationality or physical ability.