Introduction to Shield AI
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology company whose mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. In pursuit of this mission, Shield AI is building the world’s best AI pilot. Its AI pilot, Hivemind, has flown a fighter jet (F-16), a vertical takeoff and landing drone (V-BAT), and a quadcopter (Nova). The company has offices in San Diego, Dallas, Washington DC and abroad. Shield AI’s products and people are currently in the field actively supporting operations with the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. allies.
Our 2024 Summer Internship program is a wonderful opportunity for rising 2025 graduates to immerse themselves in an innovative and mission driven culture. Our 10-week paid internship program will provide you with hands on mentorship, an opportunity to add real contribution to our company via your internship project, and a possible job offer at the end. You will have the chance to make lifelong friendships, expand your network, and learn all about what it's like to work in a high-growth, fast scaling tech unicorn. You'll take part in company sponsored events and enjoy exploring a new city. Read on below to learn more about this unique internship!
You will have an opportunity to spend the summer with us in San Diego, solving big problems with significant stakes whose solutions impact our nation’s most critical challenges. We know it will take the best of the best to get there.
What you'll do:
- Work on real projects, meaningful and interesting work, with a mentor to guide you.
- Assist in designing print and digital collateral for the company website, social media, and products
- Collaborate with internal and external teams in the development of event booth designs
- Assist in the redesign of the company website
- Have a great learning experience with a humble, inspiring team.
- Have the opportunity to closely interact with teams from across the organization and learn about the unique practices for effective marketing in the defense industry
Required qualifications:
- You are an undergraduate, graduate or PhD student expected to graduate in Dec 2024 or Summer 2025
- You have a demonstrated record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others
- You are social, articulate, and a self-starter unafraid to take initiative
- Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and other website coding formats is a significant plus
- Required skills: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, Design theory fundamentals, Prepress knowledge
Preferred qualifications:
- Photography experience
- Wordpress/CSS/HTML coding
- Adobe Lightroom, Premier, and After Effects
Intern Program Dates:
June 3 - Aug 9
OR
June 24 - Aug 30
*You MUST be available to start on EITHER June 3 or June 24.
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Total compensation: Salary within range listed above + Bonus + Benefits + Equity (if applicable)
*Interns/Military Fellows not eligible for bonus, benefits or equity
Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background check.
If you're interested in being part of our team, apply now!
Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.