Operations Research, Engineering Analytics Intern

Intel Corporation • Chandler, AZ

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

AI Software Engineers within Operations Research design and develop system wide software solutions applying engineering, mathematical, simulation, machine learning, deep learning and optimization models to drive solutions to complex manufacturing problems. Identify and solve highly complex problems in factory performance, loading, equipment performance, decision science and distribution network problems. Require a thorough understanding of the factory environment and knowledge to develop AI software applications of complex engineering models and apply them to identify and drive solutions. Build, develop, validate and apply mathematically based decision algorithms, heuristics, optimization, simulation models and assist in implementing and tuning models for performance and accuracy. Work closely with the business units to identify root causes, define the strategic and tactical needs and drive the appropriate business and technical software solutions. Develop solutions to problems utilizing formal technical training, business knowledge and engineering judgment. Excellent team, interpersonal, analysis and presentation skills are required to lead and manage projects, and to influence and work within varying levels of customer management and decision bodies.

Requirements

• You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position.
• Candidate should be in pursuit of a Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or Operations Research with a strong background in software development.
• Expected graduation date of Dec '26 or Summer '27 preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Skilled in Discrete-Event Predictive Modeling and Digital Twin Manufacturing Simulations
• Experienced in Oracle PL/SQL, Python, R, and Applied Statistics
• Strong Analytics and ML experience - Regression, Clustering, Neural networks (feedforward, CNN, RNN, LSTM), Classification, Transformer models and attention mechanisms
• LangChain framework for building LLM applications and agent workflows
• Model fine-tuning techniques (LoRA, QLoRA, full fine-tuning, PEFT)
• Experienced in Data analysis, data visualization, Statistical analysis, Time Series analysis
• Production Planning and Manufacturing Automation experience is a plus
• Optimization CPLEX, Linear and Mixed integer programming is a plus.

Benefits

• We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock bonuses, and benefit programs which include health, retirement, and vacation.
• Find out more about the benefits of working at Intel.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern