AI Workforce Readiness Internship - 2026
Artificial Intelligence, cybersecurity, and governance are transforming every industry—from healthcare and finance to education, sports, and public service. Students who understand these systems early gain a major advantage in the modern workforce.
This internship gives you the opportunity to work hands-on with emerging AI technologies, build real prototypes, analyze risks, and understand how these systems operate in real-world environments. You'll develop practical skills that employers are actively seeking while contributing to projects that support responsible and secure use of AI.
Our Fall 2025 cohort included students from Clemson University, Florida A&M University, Florida State University, Texas A&M–Texarkana, the University of North Florida, and Valdosta State University, representing more than eight different majors. This diversity fuels collaboration, exposes you to multiple perspectives, and helps prepare you for the interdisciplinary nature of modern AI careers.
President Trump's AI Challenge
Calling all young innovators! This exciting challenge is designed specifically for K-12 students to explore artificial intelligence through fun, hands-on projects that solve real problems in your school and community. Discover how AI can make the world better while learning cutting-edge technology skills.
Work in teams with your classmates to create AI solutions for everyday challenges—from helping kids learn more effectively to making schools safer, improving how families stay healthy, or protecting the environment. You'll learn from expert mentors, build amazing projects, and develop skills that will prepare you for the future.
This is your chance to be part of the next generation of AI innovators while having fun, making new friends, and creating solutions that matter to your community. Young participants receive recognition, learning opportunities, and the chance to showcase their projects to industry leaders and educators.
Fall 2025 Success Stories
Our Fall 2025 cohort of 15 exceptional students from across the nation completed an intensive 12-week program building real AI solutions for industry partners. From graduate students specializing in data science to freshmen exploring AI for the first time, each participant gained hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies.
Students worked on projects ranging from AI Career Companions to cybersecurity frameworks, developing both technical skills and policy expertise. Many earned industry certifications and built impressive portfolios that opened doors to new career opportunities.
The program's interdisciplinary approach brought together majors from Computer Science and Architecture to Journalism and Agricultural Business, creating rich collaborative experiences that mirror the diverse teams found in modern AI development.
Lunch & Learns
Join our interactive learning sessions where students and professionals come together to explore the latest in AI trends, career development, and hands-on technical workshops. These free sessions are designed for learners at every level, from curious beginners to experienced practitioners.
Each session features industry experts, guest speakers, and collaborative discussions on topics ranging from prompt engineering and AI ethics to career pathways and emerging technologies. It's an excellent opportunity to network, learn, and stay current with the rapidly evolving AI landscape.
Whether you're looking to break into AI, advance your current skills, or explore new applications in your field, our Lunch & Learn sessions provide valuable insights and practical knowledge you can apply immediately.
Who We Serve
Whether you're a company looking for a prototype, a student seeking hands-on training, an educational institution that wants AI curriculum design, or a government agency needing public policy research, we have solutions tailored for you.
From concept validation to MVP development.
- • Proof of Concept Development
- • Technical Feasibility Assessment
- • Scalable Architecture Design
- • Security & Ethics Review
Build your portfolio while learning cutting-edge AI development.
- • Project-Based Learning
- • Industry Mentorship
- • Portfolio Development
- • Career Placement Support
Build comprehensive AI programs for your students.
- • Curriculum Development
- • Faculty Training Programs
- • Lab Setup & Equipment
- • Ongoing Academic Support
- • AI Policy Impact Analysis
- • Regulatory Framework Development
- • Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- • Stakeholder Engagement Studies
Our Learning Process
Identify Prototypes and Proof of Concepts
Companies bring us real-world AI use cases that need innovative solutions or prototypes.
Expert Mentorship
Our Senior Technical Fellows work side-by-side with students to implement the prototype.
Skills & Certification
Students gain hands-on experience and earn valuable industry certifications.
Delivered Solutions
Industry partners receive real value through innovative AI solutions created collaboratively.
Public Policy & Research
We conduct comprehensive research and provide evidence-based policy recommendations to help governments and policy groups navigate the complex landscape of AI governance and regulation.
Our research focuses on AI security frameworks, ethical implementation guidelines, regulatory impact assessments, and stakeholder engagement strategies to ensure responsible AI development and deployment across sectors.
Fall 2025 Cohort
Students who participated in the Fall 2025 AI in Industry experiential program.
Architecture (Minor in Military Science)
Graduate Student
Master of Architecture student and 2nd Lieutenant in the Army National Guard with leadership experience through FAMU's Army ROTC; contributed to Howard Hall renovation proposal and brings strengths in digital design, content creation, and community engagement.
Computer Science (MS)
Graduate Student
Graduate student specializing in data science & AI with projects in fraud detection, tumor classification, and facial recognition; Microsoft Certified (Azure AI Fundamentals) and published on CNN-based tumor detection.
Community Psychology
Graduate Student
Experience in behavioral therapy, academic research, and classroom instruction focused on child development & social-emotional learning; Graduate Assistant and former Registered Behavior Technician.
Accounting (Double Minor: MIS & Financial Management)
Senior
Completed two EY internships and will join the Audit team post-graduation; founder of Clemson's NABA chapter; leading development of an AI-driven materiality estimator; member of Sideline & Competition cheer teams.
Computer Science
Senior
Hands-on experience in PC network support and large-scale technology deployment; projects in full-stack development and system emulation; skilled in C++, JavaScript, Python, and cloud fundamentals.
Cybersecurity
Junior
Experience in C++ projects, network security, and threat analysis with a growing foundation in data protection; seeks opportunities to apply and expand cybersecurity skills.
Architecture
Junior
Digital design contributor using Rhino, Grasshopper, and Adobe Creative Suite; active in NOMAS and BBLB; recipient of NAHB IBS Custom Build Rookie of the Year and AIA Tallahassee Student Award.
Political Science (Minor in Pre-Law)
Junior
Future Leaders Fellow (African American Mayors Association) and President of FAMU Presidential Ambassadors; active in NAACP, NCNW, Project C., and community service & student government roles.
Agricultural Business
Junior
USDA 1890 Scholar and Supply Chain Intern (Foreign Agricultural Services) researching food systems, supply chain data, and agricultural equality; leadership in MANRRS, NAACP, NCNW, and Umoja.
Biological Systems Engineering
Junior
Projects in AI in Agriculture, IoT sensor deployment, and financial literacy apps; active in NSBE, Women in STEM, and EESI with professional experience in communications & web support roles.
Kinesiology (Pre-Med)
Junior
Pre-med track student with leadership, customer service, and technical problem-solving experience; strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability aiming toward a medical career.
Computer Science (Marketing, Finance, & Cybersecurity)
Sophomore
Interests across marketing, finance, and cybersecurity; developing programming and teamwork skills while active in campus organizations and collegiate baseball.
Information Systems (BS)
Junior
Information Systems student with experience in software development, data analysis, and AI-driven solutions. Data Analyst Intern (100 Black Men of Jacksonville) and AI Developer Intern (MyVillage Project) where he built a family history RAG chatbot, developed the Griot Oracle AI Agent, and created an entrepreneurial readiness ML model. Skilled in Python, Java, Power BI, Pinecone, and Streamlit—applying emerging technologies to community impact.
Journalism
Freshman
Experience in communications, public relations, and digital content creation via internships with Clayton County Public Schools and Venuiti Solutions; skilled in writing, photography, and video editing with active community service involvement.
Biochemistry (Pre-Maxillofacial Surgery)
Freshman
Biochemistry student aspiring to become a maxillofacial surgeon; Silver Viking Award recipient and National Honor Society member active in leadership and service through Miss Pearls of Perfection, I'm A Star, and HER University, while pursuing interests in film and the arts.
Construction
Student
Wally Charles is a Construction major at Florida A&M University with interests in building technology and project management.