AI & Automation Associate Consultant | Remote, US

Ellucian Company L.P.; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education technology company is seeking an AI and Automation Associate Consultant to join its Professional Services team. In this role, you will assist in the design and implementation of automation solutions, gaining hands-on experience with tools like UiPath, while receiving mentorship and access to certifications in AI, DevOps, and RPA. This position is ideal for early-career professionals eager to grow in a high-demand field with strong career opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

Flexible time off

401k with match

Charitable days

Education Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of relevant experience or academic background in computer science, information systems, or a related field.
• Familiarity with RPA tools (UiPath preferred) through coursework, internships, or hands-on projects.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and testing of automation workflows using UiPath.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand customer needs and contribute to solution design.
• Participate in process mapping sessions and help identify tasks suitable for automation.

Skills

RPA tools (UiPath preferred)

Communication skills

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Education

Computer science or information systems background

Tools

Jira

Scripting languages (Python/PowerShell)

Job description

About Ellucian

Ellucian is a global market leader in education technology. We power innovation for higher education, partnering with more than 2,900 customers across 50 countries and serving over 20 million students. Ellucian's AI-powered platform, trained on the richest dataset available in higher education, drives efficiency, personalized experiences, and strengthened engagement for all students, faculty and staff. Fueled by decades of experience with a singular focus on the unique needs of learning institutions, the Ellucian platform features best-in-class SaaS capabilities and delivers insights needed now and into the future. These solutions and services span the entire student lifecycle, from student recruitment, enrollment, and retention to workforce analytics, fundraising, and alumni engagement. Ellucian's innovative solutions, vast ecosystem of partners, and user community of more than 45,000 provide best practices leading to greater institutional success and achieving better student outcomes.

Values Rooted in Purpose

We embrace the power to lead, the courage to innovate, and the determination to grow. At our core, we believe in humanizing our approach, recognizing that our people are our greatest strength. With a shared vision of transformation, we endeavor to shape a brighter future for higher education.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an AI and Automation Associate Consultant to join our Professional Services team at Ellucian. This is not a typical entry-level consulting role. As an AI & Automation Associate Consultant at Ellucian you will join a pioneering team at the forefront of digital transformation in Higher Education.

This is a career-launching role, where you will support the design and implementation of automation solutions, gain hands-on experience with tools like UiPath, and participate in structured enablement, including on-the-job training and access to certifications in AI, DevOps, and RPA.

You will obtain real-world project experience and mentorship from industry leaders, assist senior team members in delivering automation projects that improve business processes for our customers, all while building expertise in one of the most sought-after skill sets in enterprise software.

Why this matters:

• AI and automation will drive 79% of future enterprise efficiency gains
• Demand for skilled automation consultants is expected to double by 2028
• Our internal program is designed to fast-track your growth, with structured mentorship, real project delivery in your first 90 days, and access to certification and enablement programs backed by industry leaders

This is a great opportunity to grow your skills in RPA, AI, and consulting in a supportive, team-oriented environment. This is a high-growth field with tremendous upside-ideal for ambitious early-career professionals ready to lead the future of enterprise tech.

Where You Will Make an Impact:

• Assist in the development and testing of automation workflows using UiPath.
• Support senior consultants with documentation, data gathering, and solution configuration.
• Participate in process mapping sessions and help identify tasks suitable for automation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand customer needs and contribute to solution design.
• Learn and apply Agile practices, including attending sprint meetings and using tools like Jira.
• Help maintain documentation for automation solutions, including user guides and support materials.
• Stay current with trends in automation and AI to support continuous learning and team knowledge sharing.

What You Will Bring:

• 1–2 years of relevant experience or academic background in computer science, information systems, or a related field.
• Familiarity with RPA tools (UiPath preferred) through coursework, internships, or hands-on projects.
• Hunger to grow in a high-demand space and take ownership of your learning and impact.
• Desire to be part of a team that moves fast, learns out loud, and builds to scale.
• Excitement about being trained to become an expert in automation, AI systems, and enterprise process optimization.
• Basic understanding of Agile methodology and tools like Jira.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Detail-oriented with a willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work on multiple tasks with supervision.
• Not Required, But Preferred:
  • Exposure to scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell.
  • Experience with APIs, SQL databases, or low-code/no-code automation platforms.
  • Familiarity with AI/ML concepts or Intelligent Document Processing (IDP).
  • Internship or coursework experience related to consulting, automation, or enterprise software.

What makes #Ellucianlife

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, and vision
• Flexible time off
• Thrive Flex Lifestyle Account (LSA) that allows you to contribute towards your health, financial or learning interests
• 401k w/ match & BrightPlan - to help you save for the future
• Parental Leave
• 5 charitable days to support the community that supports us
• Telemedicine
• Wellness
  • Headspace Care (mental health)
  • Wellbeats (virtual fitness classes)
• RethinkCare & Wellthy– caregiver support
• Diversity and inclusion programs which provide access to internal employee resource groups
• Employee referral bonuses to encourage the addition of great new people to the team
• We Foster a learning culture with:
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Professional development opportunities

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