Forward Deployed Engineer Intern

About the role

Fontaine Modification Company, part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings (backed by Berkshire Hathaway), seeks a proactive and analytically minded Forward Deployment Engineer Intern for the Transportation Products Group Continuous Improvement team. The internship focuses on exploring, assessing, and recommending cutting‑edge AI technologies to optimize business processes, improve efficiency, enhance employee experience, and support strategic decision‑making.

Responsibilities

• Research and Analysis: Conduct in‑depth research on emerging AI technologies and their applications within the manufacturing landscape
• Needs Assessment: Collaborate with various Business functions (IT, Finance, Manufacturing Floor Workers, etc.) to understand current pain points, identify opportunities for AI integration, and gather requirements for potential solutions
• Solution Evaluation: Evaluate potential AI vendors and solutions based on functionality, scalability, security, cost‑effectiveness, ease of integration, and alignment with Marmon's strategic objectives
• Proof‑of‑Concept Support: Assist in the development and execution of small‑scale proof‑of‑concept projects for promising AI tools, gathering data and feedback on their effectiveness
• Recommendation Development: Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations outlining findings, recommended AI solutions, potential benefits, risks, and implementation roadmaps
• Documentation: Document research findings, solution evaluations, and project details in a clear and organized manner

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology, Business Administration with a focus on Technology/Analytics, etc.

Skills

• Foundational understanding of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) concepts
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills: ability to analyze complex information, identify key insights, and develop practical solutions
• Excellent research skills: ability to gather, synthesize, and critically evaluate information from various sources
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Strong communication and presentation skills: ability to articulate technical concepts clearly and concisely to both technical and non‑technical audiences
• Proactive and self‑motivated: ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively
• Curiosity and a passion for technology and its application in business
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus
• Basic programming skills (e.g., Python) for data analysis or scripting are also a plus

Benefits

• Hands‑on experience in assessing and recommending cutting‑edge AI technologies within a corporate environment
• Exposure to diverse business functions and challenges within a large, complex, global organization
• Opportunity to contribute to real‑world projects with tangible impact
• Mentorship from experienced IT and technology professionals
• Development of valuable research, analytical, and presentation skills