We have a top-tier portfolio of businesses, including Cubic Transportation Systems (CTS) and Cubic Defense (CD). Explore more on Cubic.com.Job Details:
We are seeking a motivated and curious Applied AI and Automation Intern to join our team for the summer. This role focuses on applying modern AI tools and automation techniques to real-world software engineering, security, and geospatial support challenges.
This internship is ideal for someone who is eager to learn, enjoys solving difficult problems, and wants hands-on experience working in a collaborative engineering environment. The ideal candidate demonstrates initiative, perseverance through challenging tasks, and a strong drive to succeed.
What You’ll Do
As an Applied AI and Automation Intern, you will work alongside experienced engineers and contribute to real-world projects, including:
- Developing and maintaining small software support tools for engineering, security, and development teams
- Using AI-assisted software engineering tools and workflows to improve development efficiency and automation
- Experimenting with AI technologies, agent-based workflows, and prompt engineering techniques to support operational and engineering needs
- Assisting with AI-enabled automation solutions for internal processes and developer workflows
- Supporting rapid prototyping efforts using modern AI development tools
- Assisting with basic geospatial data management and processing functions
- Supporting scripting, automation, and internal tooling initiatives
- Participating in Agile/SCRUM ceremonies and learning how engineering teams operate in a corporate environment
- Collaborating with engineers to troubleshoot issues, improve workflows, and evaluate emerging technologies
What We’re Looking For
Desired Qualities
- Strong willingness to learn and adapt
- Persistence when working through difficult technical challenges
- Self-motivation and initiative
- Positive attitude and drive to succeed
- Curiosity about emerging technologies and AI-assisted workflows
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
- Good communication and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, GIS, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related technical field preferred, but not required
- Familiarity with programming or scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript, Java, or similar
- Interest in applied AI, software automation, geospatial technologies, or modern development workflows
- Exposure to Git, APIs, cloud platforms, or automation frameworks is a plus
- Experience using AI-assisted development tools (such as GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, etc.) is a plus
- Familiarity with prompt engineering concepts or AI workflow automation is a plus
Requirements
- Ability to obtain a DOD Security Clearance
- Must be available for the duration of the summer internship period
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on experience applying AI tools to real engineering problems
- Exposure to AI-assisted software development and automation workflows
- Experience working in a SCRUM/Agile engineering environment
- Mentorship from experienced engineers and technical leaders
- Practical experience in a corporate engineering setting
- Exposure to geospatial and security-oriented development environments
Cubic Pay Range:
$27.00 - $42.00 + benefits.
The Cubic pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Worker Type:Employee
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on any protected characteristic under applicable law.
Skills Required
- U.S. Citizenship
- Available for the duration of the summer internship period
- Pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, GIS, Cybersecurity, Data Science, AI, or related (preferred)
- Familiarity with programming or scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript, or Java
- Exposure to Git, APIs, cloud platforms, or automation frameworks
- Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor)
- Familiarity with prompt engineering concepts or AI workflow automation
- Interest or exposure to geospatial data management and processing
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team, good communication and problem-solving skills, persistence and self-motivation
- Willingness to participate in Agile/SCRUM ceremonies and learn engineering workflows
Cubic Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cubic Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Cubic Corporation.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare Strength: Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus flexible spending accounts, wellness programs, and mental health resources via an assistance program and virtual providers such as Talkspace and Ginger. Veteran-focused behavioral health support and access to a broad wellness network underscore depth of care.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave & Time Off Breadth: Time off options span paid holidays, paid sick days, flexible or unlimited vacation, floating holidays, bereavement leave, and flexible time off. Flexible work schedules and a remote work program complement these offerings in many roles.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits: Wellbeing initiatives include an employee assistance program, wellness programs, mental health benefits, and onsite amenities such as a gym and pet insurance. Recognition for wellness efforts and veteran-specific support further enhance lifestyle-oriented benefits.
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What We Do
Cubic Corporation (Cubic) is an international provider of systems and solutions that address the mass transit and global defense markets.
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