Intern, AI Software Engineering (June-August 2027)

Rockwell Automation; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision

401k

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Rockwell Automation is offering a Summer AI Software Engineering Co-op in Milwaukee, WI or Mayfield Heights, OH. The role runs June–August 2027 with a structured mentor program and exposure to AI-powered software development within enterprise automation projects.

The co-op emphasizes hands-on experience across the full development lifecycle, agile practices, and modern tooling. Eligible students gain industry exposure while balancing an academic schedule in a hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
• Bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• You'll work with development teams, gaining hands-on experience in software development environments and using development techniques.
• You will have exposure to the full development life cycle, agile methodology, system design, test-driven development, test automation, and build and configuration management.
• Build software applications, services, and integrations using modern software engineering practices and AI technologies.

Skills

Programming languages

Generative AI concepts

Team collaboration

AI tooling familiarity

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in CS/Software Eng

Graduating Dec 2027 or later

Tools

Angular

Node

C++

C#

Java

JavaScript/TypeScript

Kotlin

Go

Python

GitHub Copilot

Azure AI Services

CI/CD pipelines

DevOps tooling

Job description

## Intern, AI Software Engineering (June-August 2027)Apply: Hybrid: Mayfield Heights, Ohio, United States: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States: Full time: Posted Today: R26-6980Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!Job DescriptionThe AI Software Engineering Co-op role involves working on software development projects within AI. This co-op provides hands-on experience developing AI-powered solutions that enhance software quality, security, delivery velocity, and engineering efficiency. You will collaborate with experienced software engineers, AI champions, architects, and engineering leaders while contributing to real-world projects that support enterprise-scale industrial automation software development. You will be assigned a dedicated mentor to guide you through your experience and participate in networking events and company activities. This role is on a hybrid schedule working in Milwaukee, WI or Mayfield Heights, OH. ***This role is full-time and is ONLY June-August 2027.*** **Your Responsibilities:*** You'll work with development teams, gaining hands-on experience in software development environments and using development techniques.* You will have exposure to the full development life cycle, agile methodology, system design, test-driven development, test automation, and build and configuration management.* Build software applications, services, and integrations using modern software engineering practices and AI technologies.**The Essentials - You Will Have:*** Currently pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university* Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. **The Preferred - You Might Also Have:*** Bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.* Graduating in December 2027 or later* Interest in continuous innovation and improvement in software development* Proficiency in one or more programming languages, such as Angular/Node, C++, C#, Java, JavaScript (Typescript), Kotlin, Go, or Python.* Familiarity with Generative AI tools, LLMs, AI agents, machine learning concepts, or prompt engineering is a plus.* Some experience in Angular, React, and modern web application frameworks* Familiarity with GitHub Copilot, Microsoft Copilot, Azure AI Services, and cloud-native technologies* Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps tooling, and test automation frameworks* Experience in industrial automation software, PLC development, and manufacturing technologies **What We Offer:*** Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision* 401k* Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.* To learn more about our benefits package, please visit at www.raquickfind.com. *At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.* This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation. For this role, the hourly compensation for this role is $20-32. Actual pay will be based on factors such as skills, knowledge, education, and experience. #LI-Hybrid#LI-CS1#LI-DNIWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at [phone].Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 28,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing the Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com.We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!