Applications Engineer (AI) Intern

Atlas Copco Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Atlas Copco Group is seeking a student to join our AI Engineering team in Houston. You will help design and develop in-house AI tools to improve information access, automate repetitive tasks, and support engineering workflows.

In this role, you will collaborate with engineers and business stakeholders to define use cases, gather requirements, and build prototypes. You will test outputs, collect feedback, and iteratively enhance tool performance and user experience.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to identify AI tool use cases.
• Gather and document user requirements, workflows, outputs, and success criteria.
• Assist with designing and developing AI-enabled prototypes addressing business needs.
• Test tool outputs for accuracy, reliability, and usability, documenting issues.
• Collect user feedback and iteratively improve tool functionality and UX.

Skills

Must be at least 18 years of age

Strong analytical and problem-solving

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Pursuing a degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Your role

You will be part of our AI Engineering team reporting to the Applications Engineering Manager. Your mission is to support the design and development of in-house artificial intelligence (AI) tools that improve access to information, streamline repetitive work, and support engineering and business processes. You will contribute directly to how we create high‑quality products and solutions for our customers.

Your day-to-day

• Collaborate with engineering and business stakeholders to identify suitable use cases for in-house AI tools.
• Gather and document user requirements, current workflows, expected outputs, and project success criteria.
• Assist with designing and developing AI-enabled prototypes or internal tools that address defined business needs.
• Test tool outputs for accuracy, consistency, reliability, and usability, and document identified issues.
• Collect user feedback and make iterative improvements to tool functionality and the user experience.

Your Skills And Experience

• Pursuing a degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited university.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Your Compensation And Benefits

At Atlas Copco Group, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation. Compensation is determined based on the position and its responsibilities, without regard to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our compensation offering is designed to be locally relevant, competitive, and aligned with the expectations of current and future talent.

This position is classified locally as Hourly. The range is $22-26 per hour. The actual compensation package will be determined based on objective, gender-neutral criteria, including but not limited to the qualifications, experience, and skills demonstrated during the recruitment process.

Beyond compensation, we believe that a rewarding career is about having opportunities to learn, grow, contribute, and develop in an environment built on trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement. At Atlas Copco Group, we support our people in building long‑term careers while making a meaningful impact through their work.

Your location and working hours

This position is based in Houston, Texas at our facility off Greens Road. This role will work 29 hours per week Monday - Thursday.

Why it is great to work with us

You are part of a production team that takes pride in doing things right the first time. You work with high‑quality tools and processes and learn from experienced colleagues. We focus on safety, quality, and teamwork, and we recognize and appreciate good work. You receive on‑the‑job training and have clear steps for career growth. There are opportunities to learn new tasks, tools, and technologies, and you are part of a team where your contribution matters every day. We offer stable working conditions, a healthy work‑life balance, and leaders who act fairly and support your development.