At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.
What Will You Contribute?
As an AI Engineer Intern at Finastra, you will gain hands-on experience working with cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative AI technologies. You will collaborate with experienced engineers and AI specialists to help develop innovative solutions that enhance how users interact with information, systems, and data.
This internship provides an opportunity to learn modern AI development practices while contributing to real-world projects involving Large Language Models (LLMs), conversational AI, intelligent search, and cloud-based AI platforms. You'll develop valuable technical skills, gain exposure to enterprise software development, and build a strong foundation for a career in AI and machine learning.
Responsibilities & Deliverables:
Support the development of AI-powered applications, including chatbots, virtual assistants, and knowledge-based solutions.
Assist in building Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) solutions that combine AI models with enterprise knowledge sources.
Help develop natural language interfaces and AI-powered tools that simplify access to data and information.
Participate in prompt engineering activities to improve AI model responses and user experiences.
Work with AI frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph, CrewAI, or similar technologies under the guidance of senior team members.
Assist with testing, debugging, documentation, and performance improvements for AI applications.
Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and team collaboration sessions.
Use GitHub and software engineering best practices for version control and code collaboration.
Explore new AI technologies and contribute ideas to support innovation and continuous improvement.
Required Skills & Experience:
Essential
Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related field.
Coursework, personal projects, academic research, or internship experience involving software development or AI technologies.
Basic programming experience in Python.
Foundational understanding of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Generative AI concepts.
Interest in Large Language Models (LLMs) and prompt engineering.
Basic understanding of databases and data structures.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Eagerness to learn, experiment, and work in a collaborative team environment.
Preferred
Familiarity with AI frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph, CrewAI, or similar tools.
Exposure to cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services (AWS).
Experience through coursework or projects using Generative AI or chatbot technologies.
Understanding of vector databases, embeddings, or semantic search concepts.
Familiarity with Git, GitHub, and software development lifecycle practices.
Experience participating in hackathons, research projects, or open-source initiatives.
We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we stand for:
Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities. Benefit from hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
Well‑being: Access confidential one‑to‑one support through our Employee Assistance Program, connect with our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and take part in monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive—inside and outside of work.
Health & Financial Security: Medical, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, lifestyle, and other benefits.*
Sustainability: Paid time off for volunteering and donation‑matching opportunities to support causes that matter to you.
Inclusion: Get involved in our inclusion communities, such as Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastra—open to everyone who wants to participate and contribute.
Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
Recognition: Take part in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and share your voice through regular employee surveys that help shape our culture and ways of working.
*Specific benefits may vary by location.
At Finastra, each individual is unique—bringing their own ideas, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences. We learn from one another, value what makes us different, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and able to be their authentic selves.
Be unique. Be exceptional. Help us make a difference at Finastra.
Applicants for this position need to be located in posted location or their immediate surrounding areas. Due to the requirements of this position, this job posting is not available for, and Finastra will not be considering any applicants who currently reside in New York City or California.
Skills Required
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or a related field.
- Coursework, personal projects, academic research, or internship experience involving software development or AI technologies.
- Basic programming experience in Python.
- Foundational understanding of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Generative AI concepts.
- Interest in Large Language Models and prompt engineering.
- Basic understanding of databases and data structures.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Eagerness to learn, experiment, and work in a collaborative team environment.
- Familiarity with AI frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph, CrewAI, or similar tools.
- Exposure to cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure or Amazon Web Services.
- Experience through coursework or projects using Generative AI or chatbot technologies.
- Understanding of vector databases, embeddings, or semantic search concepts.
- Familiarity with Git, GitHub, and software development lifecycle practices.
- Experience participating in hackathons, research projects, or open-source initiatives.
Finastra Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Finastra and has not been reviewed or approved by Finastra.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave is positioned as flexible/“unlimited” in many roles, which can support work-life balance when team norms allow it. Hybrid/flexible working is also framed as a core part of the overall rewards experience.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave is described as relatively generous in the US, with multiple references to roughly three months (or around 12 weeks) fully paid and equal leave for mothers and fathers. This is repeatedly highlighted as a meaningful component of the benefits package.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing support is emphasized through offerings like an Employee Assistance Program and TaskHuman coaching, alongside volunteering time off and employee networks. These programs broaden total rewards beyond cash compensation.
Finastra Insights
What We Do
At Finastra our purpose is to unlock the power of finance for everyone & redefine finance for good. We’re the orchestrator of open finance; building and delivering innovative, next-generation technology on our open Fusion software architecture and cloud ecosystem. We’re one of the world’s largest FinTechs, working with over 9,000 customers including 90 of the top 100 banks globally. We’re creating a pioneering open platform that’s disrupting the financial industry, changing how financial software is developed and used. We believe in collaboration for innovation, to unlock the potential of people, businesses and communities. We have an unmatched portfolio of financial software and deliver mission critical solutions for financial institutions of all sizes, on premises or in the cloud. Our open architecture and platform approach embrace a wide ecosystem of partners and co innovators. Together we're leading the way in which applications are written, deployed and consumed in the world of financial services. Our people mission is to be the most loved and inclusive fintech company in the world; a mission we take seriously. DE&I factors into everything we do and every decision we make as a business. When you join Finastra, you open up a world of possibilities. With us, you can supercharge financial institutions, big tech and fintech while also building a more inclusive finance industry. We believe our people thrive when given the opportunity to be their authentic selves and we trust our people to work how, when and where they want; this is OPENworking. Our 2+ policy provides the perfect mix of focused work at home, coupled with the meaningful connection that comes from in person collaboration, coaching and community. We're rolling out a new programme where our people take as much leave as they need; we do not count vacation days and we trust our people to work in a way that suits them, when it suits them. Come join the future of Fintech, and make your world. OPEN.
