Intern - Applied AI Scientist
2026 Paid Summer Internship
Duration : May through mid-August
Important Notes
- This internship is not eligible for relocation assistance . Local candidates are preferred.
- Zions Bancorporation's Internship and Banker Development Program positions are not eligible for employment visa sponsorship (e.g., H-1B visa). This includes situations where a candidate may have temporary work authorization while enrolled in school or upon graduation (e.g., CPT, OPT) but would need H-1B visa sponsorship within a few years to maintain employment eligibility.
About Us
Zions Bancorporation's Enterprise Data & Analytics (EDA) team is redefining what it means to work for a financial institution. We operate in a fast-paced, data-driven environment and seek individuals who bring diverse experiences, perspectives, and expertise to meet the evolving demands of a digital-first world.
We believe that "improving the work is the work"-creating simple, easy, and fast solutions for our customers. Your ability to adapt, learn, and innovate helps us increase revenue, reduce operational costs, and mitigate risk.
EDA offers opportunities for career growth through initiatives like Diversity, Equity & Inclusion , Women in Technology , and Workforce of the Future . These programs allow you to network across the organization, volunteer in the community, and build both technical and soft skills. Together, we are building a culture that values diversity and fosters belonging.
Role Overview
As an Applied AI Scientist Intern , you will collaborate with the EDA team to analyze and model customer data, learn banking processes, and transform data into actionable insights. You will work alongside experienced Applied AI Scientists to design and prototype solutions that leverage advanced analytics and AI techniques.
Key Responsibilities
Understand business and data requirementsDiscover, clean, and transform data for analysisDesign and build analytical and machine learning modelsPrototype and validate solutionsPerform statistical analyses and interpret resultsDeliver diagnostic, descriptive, prescriptive, and predictive analyticsExplore opportunities for machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI in predictive modeling, automation, and model trainingCommunicate findings effectively across multiple levels of managementOther duties as assignedQualifications
Currently pursuing a BS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, or related fieldStrong quantitative background with applied statistics skills (distributions, hypothesis testing, regression, etc.)Familiarity with predictive modeling, machine learning, generative AI, and data mining techniquesProficiency in programming and data science tools :Languages : Python, R, or Java
Libraries / Frameworks : NumPy, Scikit-learn, PyTorch, TensorFlowVisualization : Matplotlib, Seaborn, GGPlot, Tableau, Power BIExperience with SQL ; exposure to Hadoop, Hive, or Spark is a plusKnowledge of ETL workflows and scheduling tools is a plusStrong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skillsExcellent communication and presentation skillsAbility to collaborate across teams and work independentlyBanking or financial services experience is a plusFamiliarity with formal project management methodologies preferredLocation
This internship will be based at our brand-new Zions Technology Center .