AI Engineer Intern

Company Overview:

Acentra Health exists to empower better health outcomes through technology, services, and clinical expertise. Our mission is to innovate health solutions that deliver maximum value and impact.

Lead the Way is our rallying cry at Acentra Health. Think of it as an open invitation to embrace the mission of the company; to actively engage in problem-solving; and to take ownership of your work every day. Acentra Health offers you unparalleled opportunities. In fact, you have all you need to take charge of your career and accelerate better outcomes – making this a great time to join our team of passionate individuals dedicated to being a vital partner for health solutions in the public sector.

Acentra Health is a leading healthcare administration and technology company dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes through intelligent automation, advanced analytics, and compassionate service. The AI & Automation COE drives innovation through applied AI, helping modernize operations, empower clinical teams, and enhance the member experience.

Job Summary and Responsibilities:

Acentra Health is looking for an Intern to join our growing team.

Job Summary:

Join Acentra Health’s AI & Automation Center of Excellence for a summer internship at the intersection of applied AI, automation, and data-driven innovation. As an AI Engineer Intern , you will gain hands-on experience developing, testing, and integrating AI tools and automations that directly support healthcare operations and business processes.

This internship blends applied AI engineering with exposure to real-world projects, such as large language model (LLM)-based assistants, intelligent document processing, and workflow automation. You’ll also engage with Acentra Health’s Elevate AI program and AI Champion network , helping to expand AI literacy and advocacy across the organization.

This position will be a hybrid role, with in-person attendance at our Tyson’s Corner, VA office.

Responsibilities:

• Support the design, testing, and deployment of AI-driven automations and LLM applications.
• Assist in developing and evaluating prompt engineering and RAG (retrieval-augmented generation) pipelines.
• Contribute to small-scale experiments, prototypes, and proofs of concept for GenAI and applied ML use cases.
• Collaborate with data scientists and engineers to prepare, analyze, and visualize data for AI projects.
• Document experiments, workflows, and outcomes to support knowledge sharing and transparency.
• Participate in team meetings, demos, and learning sessions focused on AI innovation and responsible use.
• Help advance AI literacy initiatives through internal communications, events, and advocacy efforts.

Qualifications:

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Rising seniors who are pursuing a Bachelor’s degree , as well as students working towards a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or related fields.
• Emerging majors such as AI Engineering and Cognitive Science are also welcome.
• Strong interest in applied AI, automation, and hands-on experimentation.
• Basic experience with Python and AI/ML libraries (e.g., Hugging Face, scikit-learn, LangChain, or PyTorch).
• Familiarity with APIs, cloud tools (AWS, Azure), or workflow automation tools is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Curiosity, creativity, and a passion for learning in a collaborative team environment.

What You’ll Gain

• Experience contributing to real-world AI and automation initiatives in healthcare.
• Mentorship from experienced AI engineers, data scientists, and program leaders.
• Exposure to enterprise AI governance, policy, and responsible AI frameworks.
• Opportunities to present project outcomes to Acentra’s AI Council and leadership.
• A network of peers and mentors passionate about using AI for good.

Why us?

We are a team of experienced and caring leaders, clinicians, pioneering technologists, and industry professionals who come together to redefine expectations for the healthcare industry. State and federal healthcare agencies, providers, and employers turn to us as their vital partner to ensure better healthcare and improve health outcomes.

We do this through our people.

You will have meaningful work that genuinely improves people's lives across the country. We are a company that cares about our employees, and we give you the tools and encouragement you need to achieve the finest work of your career.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is listed below.

Thank You!

We know your time is valuable and we thank you for applying for this position. Due to the high volume of applicants, only those who are chosen to advance in our interview process will be contacted. We sincerely appreciate your interest in Acentra Health and invite you to apply to future openings that may be of interest. Best of luck in your search!

~ The Acentra Health Talent Acquisition Team

EEO AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Acentra Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

Pay Range: USD $17.15 - USD $21.44 /Hr.