Artificial Intelligence Internship Program Manager

Location: Albany, NY • Temporary (anticipated 24 months) • Full-time

About the role

The State University of New York (SUNY) is seeking a highly organized and self-directed individual to help lead a grant-funded effort connecting SUNY undergraduate students to internships in Artificial Intelligence. This role will cement industry partnerships and secure paid internship placements, reporting to the Director of Internships and Employer Partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Manage and build out a grant focused on connecting SUNY undergraduate students to micro-credentials and internships.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with employers in the artificial intelligence and technology sectors to expand internship opportunities for SUNY students.
• Conduct outreach to businesses, industry associations, and workforce partners to secure paid AI internship placements.
• Collaborate with SUNY campuses statewide to identify qualified student candidates and facilitate internship matching.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support grant objectives, events, and promotional activities.
• Lead the compilation and ensure accuracy of reporting materials from various sources.
• Coordinate project communication, data collection/reporting, evaluation, and preparation of written and electronic materials and reports.
• Travel in support of project activities and events (approximately 10% across NYS).
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and at least two years of Human Resources, workforce development, program management, or related experience; OR Associate Degree and at least four years of such experience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility, positivity, initiative, task prioritization, and sound judgment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing, and presentation skills.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis (VISA sponsorship is not available).

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong connections with the tech industry in New York State.
• Strong background in AI use and implementation across various industry sectors.
• Project management experience.
• Familiarity with project reporting and tracking.
• Experience with grant programs, planning, reporting, and evaluation.

Pay

Salary range: $65,000–$85,000 annually. Starting salaries are determined based on relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity, typically falling near the entry to midpoint of the range.

Benefits

• NYS health insurance, free dental and vision coverage.
• Competitive retirement options (choice between a fully funded pension plan and a self-driven defined contribution plan, plus two supplemental savings plans).
• Tuition assistance and parental leave at full pay.
• Generous paid time off: 13 paid holidays, 15 vacation days, and 15 sick days accrued in the first year (increases thereafter).
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid schedules.