IT AI/ML Internship - Irving, TX (Summer 2027)

Ignite your career at Builders FirstSource, America's largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. The #1 name in our industry, we help make the dream of home ownership more achievable every day. At BFS, you'll be equipped with all the tools, training, and resources you need, and you'll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons.

Position Summary

The AI/ML Intern will support the development, testing, and deployment of AI-powered solutions that improve productivity, automate processes, and enhance decision-making across Builders FirstSource. Working with engineers, architects, and business teams, the intern will contribute to initiatives such as AI assistants, intelligent search, Natural Language Query (NLQ) solutions, AI agents, and Generative AI applications. Responsibilities include prototyping, software development, data preparation, testing, model evaluation, and supporting scalable AI solutions that deliver business value.

Purpose

Gain hands-on experience developing enterprise AI and software solutions while building skills in cloud technologies, machine learning, Generative AI, intelligent automation, and application development. This role provides exposure to real-world business challenges and digital transformation initiatives across Builders FirstSource.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development, testing, and deployment of AI agents, copilots, and intelligent automation solutions.
• Build and optimize prompts, knowledge bases, and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) solutions.
• Develop and integrate APIs, Azure Functions, and cloud services that support AI applications.
• Participate in model evaluation, validation, testing, and performance benchmarking.
• Prepare, cleanse, and analyze data for AI and machine learning initiatives.
• Contribute to proof-of-concept projects involving Generative AI, intelligent search, and predictive analytics.
• Document AI use cases, technical designs, and implementation approaches.
• Monitor and improve AI solution performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Identify opportunities to automate business processes and expand AI adoption.
• Adhere to AI governance, security, compliance, and data management standards.

Minimum Requirements

• Actively pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning, Software Engineering or a related field.
• Preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Preferred junior or senior standing; all class levels will be considered.

Competencies

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across diverse, cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Outlook.

Preferred Skills

• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Software Engineering and application development
• Basic programming knowledge
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

At BFS, we want you and your career to be greater than what you ever could have expected. Our supportive, people -first culture will build you up and empower you to do more, be more, and become better every day. Join us and see what's possible when you can rise to new challenges, learn new skills, and add to your career tool belt every day.

At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple - provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives. To view all our benefit offerings click here www.bldrbenefits.com.

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call (214) 765-3990 or email: ADA.Accommodation@bldr.com. Please do not send resumes to this email address - it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening.

Please note that due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual inquiries about the status of your application.