AI/ML, Intern

As a AI/ML, Intern you will build lightweight prototypes using tools already in the ecosystem (e.g., coding assistants, automation bots, internal copilots). Integrate with dev workflows (Jira, Git, CI/CD, documentation portals). Define success metrics (time saved, reduced manual steps, improved cycle time, developer satisfaction). Run controlled pilots. Capture before/after data and qualitative feedback. Document patterns, prompts, guardrails, and lessons learned. Create quick guides or playbooks for teams adopting AI tools. Present findings in demos or internal innovation forums. 

Location: This position must be based in Irvine, California and requires the employee to be located within commuting distance of the office.

How You'll Make An Impact: 

• Identify and prioritize high-value AI use cases by engaging engineering, QA, DevOps, and product teams to uncover workflow friction and automation opportunities.
• Design and deliver rapid PoCs that integrate AI tools into SDLC workflows, demonstrating measurable productivity or quality improvements.
• Define success metrics and run structured pilots, capturing quantitative and qualitative insights to inform scale-up decisions.
• Document reusable patterns, guardrails, and playbooks to enable safe and consistent AI adoption across teams.
• Present findings and recommendations to leadership, directly shaping the AI roadmap and influencing investment priorities.

What You Bring:

• Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree at an accrdited university in Computer Science or Data Science. Eligible candidates must be rising juniors, seniors, or graduate students who intend to return to their academic program the following academic year.
• A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scare is required. 
• Proficiency in Python (preferred) or JavaScript, with the ability to build small automation scripts, APIs, or prototypes.
• Familiarity with LLMs, prompt engineering, embeddings, and common AI tooling ecosystems (copilots, APIs, automation platforms).
• Ability to break down ambiguous workflow problems, formulate hypotheses, and design simple experiments to validate AI solutions.
• Exposure to developer tools and platforms (Git, Jira, REST APIs, basic CI/CD concepts) to embed AI solutions into real workflows.
• Comfort working with datasets, running small evaluations, measuring outcomes, and summarizing insights.
• Ability to document findings, create simple guides, and present PoC results clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS basics)
• Familiarity with automation frameworks or low-code tools. Amazon Q or Kiro preferred.
• Exposure to software engineering best practices (testing, security awareness)
• Curiosity and self-driven learning mindset.

Total Rewards Package: At Bio-Rad, we’re empowered by our purpose and recognize that our employees are as well. That’s why we offer a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Program that provides value, quality, and inclusivity while satisfying the diverse needs of our evolving workforce. Bio-Rad's robust offerings serve to enrich the overall health, wealth, and wellbeing of our employees and their families through the various stages of an employee’s work and life cycle. 

Benefits: We’re proud to offer a variety of options, including competitive medical plans for you and your family, free HSA funds, a new fertility offering with stipend, group life and disability, paid parental leave, 401k plus profit sharing, an employee stock purchase program, a new upgraded and streamlined mental health platform, extensive learning and development opportunities, education benefits, student debt relief program, pet insurance, wellness challenges and support, paid time off, Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s), and more!  

Compensation: The estimated hourly rate for this position is $25.00 at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors. This position is eligible for a variable annual bonus, which is dependent upon achievement of your individual objectives and Company performance.

Who We Are: For 70 years, Bio-Rad has focused on advancing the discovery process and transforming the fields of science and healthcare. As one of the top five life science companies, we are a global leader in developing, manufacturing, and marketing a broad range of high-quality research and clinical diagnostic products. We help people everywhere live longer, healthier lives. Bio-Rad offers a unique employee experience with collaborative teams that span the globe. Here, you are supported by leadership to build your career and are empowered to drive change that makes an impact you can see.  

EEO Statement: Bio-Rad is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and we welcome candidates of all backgrounds. Veterans, people with physical or mental disabilities, and people of all race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin and citizenship status are encouraged to apply.

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