AI Innovation Intern

Summer 2026

TITLE                                                  Dean’s AI Innovation Intern

DEPARTMENT                                  Undergraduate School

REPORTS TO                                    Rob Major, Director, Undergraduate Administration

PAY RATEistration                           $20/hour

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Dean’s AI Innovation Intern will play a hands-on role in advancing Babson’s “All In on AI” strategy by supporting projects that impact academic and administrative operations across the Undergraduate School. This role is ideal for a curious, entrepreneurial student eager to explore emerging technologies and their real-world applications in higher education.

The intern will collaborate with staff partners who are actively exploring AI innovation in support of teaching, learning, and student services. Through this experience, the intern will help shape how AI is explored, adopted, and operationalized across Babson while building a portfolio that demonstrates initiative, creativity, and problem-solving skills.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Conduct discovery and research by reviewing background materials, exploring existing tools, and meeting with Project and Business Leads

Design an MVP (minimum viable product) for assigned AI innovation projects, including scoping, approach, and key features

Develop and refine AI-enabled tools, prototypes, or workflows that support academic and administrative operations

Test solutions, gather feedback from stakeholders, and iterate based on results

Collaborate closely with Project Leads and Business Leads to validate solutions and refine deliverables

Document current uses of generative and agentic AI within Undergraduate School operations

Identify gaps and opportunities where AI tools could be applied effectively and responsibly

Provide regular progress updates, including participation in biweekly in-person meetings

Assume additional responsibilities as required to support project momentum and learning outcomes

See separate Projects List document

Assume additional responsibilities as required.

YOUR TEAM WILL INCLUDE

Directors and Associate Directors in the Undergraduate School, specifically on the Experiential Learning and Career Development teams.

WHAT EDUCATION AND SKILLS YOU WILL NEED

Ability to create an environment where direct reports have the freedom and security to take initiative; deal with complexities with resilience, resourcefulness, and optimism; and appreciate open mindedness, creativity, and agility in thought and tactics.

Ability to embrace ideas and changes created by all community members.  

Ability to work independently to solve problems; look for opportunities to take on responsibility; take thoughtful risks; and effectively act on new and ongoing initiatives, objectives, and solutions to gain sought-after results.

Ability to anticipate and effectively handles change; demonstrate willingness to try new skills and challenging tasks; and is flexible in changing conditions.

Must have strong computer skills including proficiency in Google Drive/Docs and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook/Calendar).

HOW AND WHERE YOU WILL WORK

This is a hybrid position. In-person work is expected, particularly at the beginning of the internship for onboarding, training, and relationship-building. Remote work is permitted only while the intern is physically located in the United States and in one of Babson’s approved states.

Weekly hours are expected to average 20 hours per week for approximately 8 weeks, with some flexibility depending on project needs. Schedule, attendance, and hybrid expectations will be determined in partnership with the supervisor and project leads.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS YOU MAY HAVE

Familiarity with generative AI tools or agent-based systems

Experience with prototyping, dashboards, or workflow documentation

Interest in higher education innovation or academic operations

Ability to translate complex ideas into practical solutions