AI-Enabled Business Solutions Intern

About the role

Ryan’s EAP Business Solutions team is seeking an AI‑Enabled Business Solutions Intern to work alongside Business Solutions, technology teams, and the wider business. The 6–12‑month internship is based in Manchester or London and provides hands‑on experience across AI, automation, data, process improvement, and project delivery. Interns will tackle real business challenges, collaborate with stakeholders, and progressively take ownership of solutions and project activities. The role is open to recent graduates and university students on a placement year, with the possibility of a permanent position after successful completion, subject to performance and business needs. No prior AI expertise is required; curiosity, problem‑solving skills, and a quick learning ability are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and testing AI prompts, agents, automations, and other technology‑enabled business solutions.
• Work with business teams to understand challenges, identify user needs, and explore AI or process‑based solutions.
• Support delivery and coordination of AI projects, pilots, and experiments from idea through implementation.
• Collaborate with technical teams to set up, test, track, and implement solutions.
• Analyse data and user feedback to assess solution effectiveness and impact.
• Maintain project documentation, shared resources, and reusable solution materials.
• Contribute to internal demonstrations, training, communications, and awareness activities to drive adoption.
• Participate in stakeholder meetings and communicate ideas and recommendations clearly to technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Apply sound judgement regarding confidentiality, privacy, risk, bias, and responsible AI use.
• Contribute to both smaller assignments and larger strategic or cross‑functional projects.
• Take increasing ownership of defined solutions, activities, and deliverables as knowledge grows.
• Build a portfolio of delivered work and measurable outcomes throughout the internship.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Currently undertaking a university degree with a placement year option, or recently graduated.
• Open to a broad range of disciplines, including AI, Machine Learning, Computer Science, Data Science, Analytics, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, Economics, Business Analytics, Digital Business, Innovation, or Technology Management.
• Demonstrated analytical thinking and problem‑solving ability, with confidence to structure unfamiliar or ambiguous problems.
• Genuine curiosity about AI and emerging technologies and interest in applying them to business challenges.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to explain ideas clearly to diverse audiences.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders and contribute positively within a team.
• High learning agility, willingness to experiment, test ideas, learn from outcomes, and continuously improve.
• Good judgement and awareness of responsible AI, data privacy, and confidentiality.
• Strong organisational skills, ownership, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Understanding of user needs and interest in improving processes and experiences.
• Previous professional experience in AI or technology is not required; relevant capability may come from university projects, personal projects, employment, volunteering, coursework, or other experiences.
• Experience using AI tools, data, automation, coding, or other technology through academic, professional, or personal projects is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Business connectivity reimbursement (phone/internet)
• Gym membership or equipment reimbursement
• LinkedIn Learning subscription
• Flexible work environment
• Tuition reimbursement after one year of service
• Accelerated career path
• Award‑winning culture & community outreach