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We are looking for a Summer 2025 Software Engineer Intern - Artificial Intelligence to further an Amentum Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning project on the JETS II Contract. Amentum has identified developing Artificial Intelligence (AI) agents to tackle individual's big pain points to drive business results. We have developed a prototype AI agent which takes natural language inputs and creates safety support documents with minimal interaction.

The AI Agent is an on-device LLM chatbot modeled after ChatGPT using the Gemma framework. It operates entirely offline ensuring privacy and security for NASA documents with the FAISS library for storing results and StreamLit UI. The result is a Retrieval Augmented Generation application.

The Intern will expand and extend the AI Agent that was developed by exploring alternate LLMs and expand the input options.

We are actively searching for qualified candidates for this potential opening; however, we do not have assurance at this time when the position will be finalized and opened. Because we have strong reason to believe the position will be approved soon, we are proceeding with identifying qualified candidates and conducting interviews.

This is a temporary role not to exceed 13 weeks.

If selected, you will:

• Enhance the domain knowledge to enable more insightful and accurate responses and develop features for creating detailed reports and PowerPoint slides based on user inputs.

• Expand input options to include images, audio, and video for a more versatile user experience.

• Improve performance of the AI agent using tuning.

• Additional tasks could include:

• Create a CI/CD workflow to ensure that continuous updates of LLMs by the vendor will not cause AI Agent to break

• Making the AI Agent compatible with ServiceNow Workflows

• Report to project lead or project manager for technical guidance, support, task assignment, and processes.

• Prepare status reports as required.

• Interact with other NASA and JETS teams and departments.

• Perform job functions based on pre-established guidelines or instructions.

• Perform other tasks as required.

Requisition Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled at an accredited university.

• Completed at least 45 credit hours.

• Minimum of 2.8 GPA.

• Interest in Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning

• Familiarity with Python, Linux, PyTorch, HTML and JavaScript

• Self-motivated, team player and adaptability to a dynamic environment and the ability to complete all assignments as required.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Must be able to organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and schedules with limited supervision.

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products.

• Proficiency with team collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams or WebEx

Requisition Preferences:

• College Junior or Senior working towards a BS in Computer Science or equivalent from an accredited university

• Courses in Data Structures, Artificial Intelligence, and Data Science

• Interest in NASA or Space flight

• Experience utilizing Artificial Intelligence or Machine Learning either in college coursework or work experience.

Why Join Our Team?

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In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

• Excellent personal and professional career growth

• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable

• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)

• Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position .

• Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

• Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Essential Functions

Work Environment

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Physical Requirements

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Equipment and Machines

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Attendance

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Other Essential Functions

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

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