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AI Analyst Intern - Summer 2027

Primient · Schaumburg, IL · Full time

Posted Oct 4, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a project where you took messy real-world data and turned it into something a person could actually use.

What they are checking: Whether they have done the unglamorous cleaning work that most real analytics and AI projects depend on.

Which AI tools or generative AI assistants have you used, and where have they let you down?

What they are checking: Whether they use these tools critically and know their limits, such as made-up answers and weak math.

How would you explain a regression or classification result to someone in operations who has never taken a statistics class?

What they are checking: Whether they can translate technical output into plain language that drives a decision on the plant floor.

Tell me about a time you had to learn a new tool or language quickly to finish something.

What they are checking: Whether they learn on their own under time pressure, which an internship on fast digital projects requires.

What would you do

If a plant manager asked whether AI could help predict when a piece of equipment will fail, how would you start figuring out if that is even possible?

What they are checking: Whether they ask about available data and the business problem before jumping to a model or tool.

Say you built a dashboard and the numbers do not match what the finance team reports. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they trace definitions and data sources calmly instead of assuming their own numbers are right.

Primient makes food and industrial ingredients from corn. What kinds of data do you imagine a business like that collects, and where might AI add value?

What they are checking: Whether they have thought about the actual business and can connect data work to manufacturing and supply chain value.

What would you do if you were handed a project in your first week with very little direction?

What they are checking: Whether they can scope ambiguous work, ask good questions and make progress without constant hand-holding.

About the work

What is the difference between automating a task and applying AI to it, and when would you pick the simpler one?

What they are checking: Whether they can tell when plain automation solves the problem better and cheaper than a machine learning approach.

Walk me through how you would check whether a model's predictions are good enough to trust for a business decision.

What they are checking: Whether they understand validation, holdout data and error metrics rather than trusting a model because it runs.

Write out in plain words how you would join two tables in SQL and spot duplicate rows after the join.

What they are checking: Whether they have working SQL basics and know that joins can quietly multiply rows and distort results.

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The full job description

As published by Primient.

AI Analyst Intern - Summer 2027 | Primient About Primient Primient is a century old company with an entrepreneurial spirit. We are a leading producer of food and industrial ingredients made from plant-based, renewable sources. We deliver value through deep technical, commercial, and operational excellence that is backed by our long-standing corn wet milling heritage. Wherever we are in the process, from field to customer, our priorities are focused on ensuring we produce the safest, highest quality products through practices that uphold both our responsibility and commitments to the challenge and drive for excellence, our people and our planet. We are a privately held company with locations across the US, Mexico, Poland, and Brazil. W e’re investing in our plants and people to unlock our potential in the industrial and food sectors. Guided by our values of Safety, Excellence, Integrity, and Growth, we’re focused on growing our business, our reputation, and the career of every teammate. Role Description: Primient is seeking an AI Intern to support data analytics, artificial intelligence, and automation initiatives across the business. This role offers hands-on experience working with real-world data, AI tools, and digital transformation projects that drive business value. Additional housing stipend from $1,500 to $3,000 depending on work and candidate's location. Key Responsibilities: • Support AI, analytics, and automation projects. • Analyze data and identify trends and insights. • Assist with dashboard and report development using Power BI. • Help prepare data for analysis and AI applications. • Research emerging AI technologies and best practices. • Present findings and recommendations to project stakeholders. Qualifications: • Pursuing a degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Analytics, Engineering, or a related field. • Familiarity with Python, SQL, Power BI, or similar tools. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Effective communication and teamwork abilities. • Interest in AI, machine learning, and digital innovation. What You'll Gain: • Practical experience with AI and analytics in a manufacturing/commercial environment. • Exposure to enterprise data and digital transformation initiatives. • Mentorship from the Digital Data & Analytics team. • Opportunity to contribute to impactful business projects. Total Rewards Starting pay of $23.00/hr + overtime with opportunity to advance with our pay for skill system. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes : • Competitive Pay ​ • Multiple Healthcare plan choices ​ • Dental and vision insurance ​ • A 401(k) plan with company and matching contributions ​ • Short- and Long-Term Disability ​ • Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Insurance plans ​ • Paid holidays & vacation ​ • Floating days off ​ • Parental leave for new parents ​ • Employee resource groups ​ • Learning & development programs ​ • Fun culture where you have an opportunity in shaping our future Career Path & Culture Primient is committed to a workplace that is all in – ensuring everyone has the opportunity to develop and shape a career that matters in an open culture which embraces equity, diversity and belonging. We challenge old ways of thinking; and encourage employee voices to be a guiding force for ongoing learning. ​ ​ Primient supports a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make better decisions, drive excellence, and deliver better business results. Primient employees experience autonomy and accountability in their role. Here, employees control their destiny as there is opportunity for career growth and pathways outside the norm. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging We are believers in the power of difference. We strive to represent the communities in which we operate and to provide an inclusive, welcoming environment for all. We want Primient to be a place where every employee feels they belong and knows they are seen, heard, valued and safe to speak up. Our aspiration is to unlock the full potential in diverse perspectives, while offering everyone an equal chance to grow, Primient is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce . California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") The Company is committed to complying with the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and all data privacy and laws in the jurisdictions in which it recruits and hires employees. We collect the following categories of personal information for the purpose of hiring the best qualified applicants and to comply with applicable employment laws: Name and contact information; Job preference and work availability; Social Security Number and/or other identification information; Education and qualifications; Employment history and experience; Military service; Reference and background check information, including relevant criminal history and credit history; Social media information; Pre-employment test results; Post-offer medical examination information and results, including drug test results; Voluntary self-disclosure information regarding minority, veteran, and disability status; and Information provided by you during the hiring process.

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