AI & Automation Co-op — Design, Build & Deploy Solutions

City of Shakopee, MN; Marshalltown, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson seeks a bright, motivated co-op candidate to join the AI & Automation team. You will work on project-based assignments in small and large teams to deliver automated processes and gain hands-on experience across the full automation lifecycle.

The role emphasizes Lean and Agile practices, collaboration with process owners, and applying modern tools like Python, Power BI, Power Automate, and SQL. You will learn and contribute in a structured co-op program with mentorship and growth

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Engineering, Business, or IT.
• Attention to detail and the ability to manage competing demands.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration mindset.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 products.

Responsibilities

• Members of the AI & Automation team will work on project-based assignments in small and large teams to deliver automated processes
• Actively participate in team meetings, offering valuable insights and ideas to tackle complex problems
• Design, develop and implement custom solutions for the automation of existing or new processes
• Ability to implement the full lifecycle of an automation solution: identify automation opportunities, gather requirements, and develop, test and deploy automation solutions
• Leverage AI & automation tools, including but not limited to: Sema4.ai, Python, Power BI, Power Query, Power Automate, Power Apps, Microsoft Copilot Studio, SQL
• Apply Lean concepts and process improvement methodologies
• Utilize Scrum agile project management framework
• Work with process owners to understand and map out their processes
• Employ change management techniques as we implement new and improved processes
• Validations with process owners and an end-to-end business validation upon completion of development effort
• Work closely with team to deploy projects into production, complete required documentation including lessons learned and execute knowledge transfer
• Consistently demonstrate a strong passion for learning and growth, remaining open to feedback and new experiences
• Other duties, as needed
• Successful applicants will be bright, highly motivated individuals that love a challenge and have an enthusiastic interest in process improvement. The successful candidate will demonstrate the following skills and qualifications:

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Teamwork and collaboration

Microsoft 365 proficiency

Education

Undergraduate or Graduate degree in Engineering, Business, or IT

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Emerson seeks a bright, motivated co-op candidate to join the AI & Automation team. You will work on project-based assignments in small and large teams to deliver automated processes and gain hands-on experience across the full automation lifecycle.

The role emphasizes Lean and Agile practices, collaboration with process owners, and applying modern tools like Python, Power BI, Power Automate, and SQL. You will learn and contribute in a structured co-op program with mentorship and growth