The Generative AI Externship is an unpaid virtual experience during which you will have the opportunity to build technical skills in Python for AI & Generative AI through virtual training sessions at your own pace. We believe in the benefits of coaching and mentoring throughout the experience to further prepare you for the next step along your career path, specifically full-time opportunities within Cognizant. Are you ready to get started?
This externship is aligned to Cognizant’s newly launched Synapse program – an exciting new skilling program that aims to train 1 million workers across the globe on new technology advancements, like AI, so they are powered for change.
Eligibility / Qualifications:
- Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program, currently pursuing a computer science, business, marketing, information technology or similar degree
- Awareness of Python, Machine Learning, and Neural Networks
- Current junior standing – graduating between December 2024 and June 2025
- Ability to self-motivate within set timelines
- Developing communication and collaboration skills
- Growth mindset: curiosity about learning innovative technologies and methodologies
- Interest in launching a career in technology or the consulting industry
- Ability to attend any required virtual events throughout the course
- Students must be in their third year of a four-year BA/BS program, in business or STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) at an accredited university or college in the United States for the 2023-2024 academic year
- Students from all schools and students who identify with a group that is historically underrepresented in the technology industry, including but not limited to Black, Hispanic/Latinx, Indigenous, students with disabilities, women and veterans are encouraged to apply
- Permanent US work authorization is required
Location: Virtual
Why Choose Us?
Cognizant delivers solutions that draw upon the full power and scale of our associates. You will be supported by high-caliber experts and employ some of the most advanced and patented capabilities. Our associate’s diverse set of backgrounds offer multifaceted perspectives and fuel new ways of thinking. We encourage lively discussions which inspire better results for our clients.
Employee Status : Full Time Employee
Shift : Day Job
Job Posting : Jan 25 2024
bout Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) is one of the world’s leading professional services companies, transforming clients’ business, operating and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant is ranked 185 on the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com or follow us @USJobsCognizant.
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