Technology Innovation Intern

We’re Hiring for a Technology Innovation Intern! 

If you are excited and passionate about helping #LetsSolveWater, consider joining our team today!  Xylem, Inc. is a leading global water technology company servicing more than 150 countries and is dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues.  We are looking for individuals to join our mission by exceeding customer expectations through smart sustainable solutions.  At Xylem, you will have the opportunity to solve water by participating in our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark!

THE ROLE: The Technology Innovation Intern will be responsible for analyzing the current uses and advantages of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in early stages of new product development. The output will be actionable recommendations, prioritizing necessary steps for our organization to effectively adopt and implement AI technology.

Xylem Summer Internships typically last 10-12 weeks and are an opportunity to get hands-on, professional experience while making a lasting contribution to Xylem as an organization. Our internship program is intended to create a pipeline of talented undergraduate students who are interested in a career in the water innovation technology industry.  Interns are our primary talent pool for all full-time early career positions and rotational programs. The Summer Internship is a great opportunity to learn more about Xylem and see if a career in water technology is right for you.

The hourly rate for an intern is dependent on a variety of factors including major, year in school and geographic location. The average hourly rate for an intern is between $21.00 - $27.00/hour. Locations of internships will vary based on the specified project and function, and will either be on-site, hybrid or fully remote.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:  To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Research and analyze AI applications within the new product development and content creation.
• Evaluate industry practices and benchmarks related to AI integration in similar processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather data and insights on current practices, limitations, and potential opportunities for AI implementation.
• Identify key areas where AI can enhance and optimize the new product development lifecycle.
• Investigate content creation AI strategies for data sheets, flyers, website content, articles, and training materials.
• Analyze ways to simplify complex project notes or technical documentation for better comprehension.
• Formulate clear and actionable recommendations for the effective integration of AI technology.
• Present findings, recommendations, and action plans to senior management or relevant stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Business Analytics, etc.).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and extract meaningful insights.
• Familiarity with AI technologies, machine learning principles, and their applications in business.
• Proficiency in research methodologies and data analysis tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, both independently and as part of a team
• Passion for innovation and technology, particularly in the context of new product development.

At Xylem, we embrace diversity and strive to create avenues where employees feel valued and appreciated through our DE&I initiatives and Employee Resources Groups (ERG).  Xylem is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action workplace.  Xylem prohibits discrimination, harassment of any kind and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or sexual orientation (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, marital status, medical conditions or disability, genetic information, age, or other non-merit factors.

Join the global Xylem team today!  Xylem is a team creating advanced technology solutions to the world’s water challenges through developing new technologies and services that will improve the way water is used, conserved, and re-used in the future is central to our work. Our products and services move, treat, analyze, monitor, and return water to the environment, in public utility, industrial, residential, and commercial building services settings. Xylem also provides a leading portfolio of smart metering, network technologies and advanced analytics solutions for water, electric and gas utilities.

Disclaimer: The information listed within this job description is designed to indicate the general nature of work expected for this position and shall not be viewed as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required in this position.  Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job absent undue hardship.  Xylem reserves the right to modify this job description or assign other duties to this position as needed.