Job DescriptionAs an AI, Data & Technology Intern, you'll perform advisory and implementation services to address business needs throughout client organizations for the AI, Data & Technology Practice - all with the resources, environment, and support to help you excel.
From day one, you'll be empowered by the greater team to help clients make the moves that will help them achieve their vision and help you achieve more, confidently.
Your day-to-day may include:- Develop an understanding of how commercial and large nonprofit organizations function from an organizational, operational, process, and technology perspective.
- Assist in building high value solutions that leverage AI engineering, data engineering, and data science.
- Continuously build professional and technical skills while staying informed about technology trends and solutions relevant to client challenges.
- Support proposal development and client presentations by performing research, preparing materials, and assisting with opportunity identification activities.
- Assist in conducting assessments of client technology environments against industry best practices and maturity model frameworks.
- Contribute to the development of recommendations and implementation roadmaps that address client needs and business objectives.
- Support application package selection, solution design, and implementation planning engagements for public and private organizations.
- Apply problem-solving skills and analytical thinking to help address business and technology challenges.
- Analyze quantitative and qualitative data and assist in synthesizing findings into meaningful insights.
- Communicate effectively with team members and clients through clear, organized, and professional written and verbal communications.
- Assist in the preparation of business cases, process improvement analyses, and technology transformation initiatives.
- Support the development and analysis of financial models, budgets, and other quantitative assessments.
- Collaborate with team members across engagements and contribute to a positive team environment.
- Build professional relationships with clients and colleagues while developing consulting and client-service skills.
- Contribute to internal initiatives, knowledge sharing, and practice development efforts.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
You have the following technical skills and qualifications:- Pursuing a bachelor's degree in technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Informatics, Management Information Systems, AI, Data Science or related field required.
- Minimum overall GPA of 3.0/4.0.
- Demonstrated digital fluency through the effective use of technology, data, and basic AI technologies to enhance productivity and decision-making.
- Excellent analytical, communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
- Strong technical aptitude and skillset (variety of capabilities and / or tools).
- Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a complex team environment.
- Able to understand current processes and future state processes based on business objectives.
- Ability to analyze and understand client needs, objectives, and how technology may be applied for efficiencies.
- Ability to travel to various client sites as needed on short notice.
- The willingness and ability to work additional hours, as needed.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. No visa sponsorship is available for this position.
The pay rate for this position in the firm's Minneapolis office is $37 per hour.
About UsAt Grant Thornton, we believe in making business more personal and building trust into every result - for our clients and you. Here, we go beyond your expectations of a career in professional services by offering a career path with more: more opportunity, more flexibility, and more support. It's what makes us different, and we think being different makes us better.
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In 2025, Grant Thornton formed a multinational, multidisciplinary platform with Grant Thornton Ireland. The platform offers a premier Trans-Atlantic advisory and tax practice, as well as independent American and Irish audit practices. With $2.7 billion in revenues and more than 50 offices spanning the U.S., Ireland and other territories, the platform delivers a singular client experience that includes enhanced solutions and capabilities, backed by powerful technologies and a roster of 12,000 quality-driven professionals enjoying exceptional career-growth opportunities and a distinctive cross-border culture.
Grant Thornton is part of the Grant Thornton International Limited network, which provides access to its member firms in more than 150 global markets.
About the TeamThe team you're about to join is ready to help you thrive. Here's how: Whether it's your work location, weekly schedule, or flex time off, we empower you with the options to work the way that it best serves your clients and your life. Consistent with the firm's hybrid work model, this position will require in-person attendance at least three days per week, either at a GT office or client site.
Here, you are supported to prioritize your overall well-being through work-life integration options that work best for you and those in your household.
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Benefits: We understand that your needs, responsibilities and experiences are different, and we think that's a good thing. That's why we support you with personalized and comprehensive benefits that recognize and empower all the identities, roles and aspirations that make you, well, you. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit:
- Benefits for internship positions: Grant Thornton interns are eligible to participate in the firm's medical, dental and vision insurance programs and the firm's employee assistance program. Interns also receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period.
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