Ellucian is a global market leader in education technology. We power innovation for higher education, partnering with more than 2,800 customers across 50 countries and serving over 20 million students. Ellucian's AI-powered platform, trained on the richest dataset available in higher education, drives efficiency, personalized experiences, and strengthened engagement for all students, faculty and staff. Fueled by decades of experience with a singular focus on the unique needs of learning institutions, the Ellucian platform features best-in-class SaaS capabilities and delivers insights needed now and into the future. These solutions and services span the entire student lifecycle, from student recruitment, enrollment, and retention to workforce analytics, fundraising, and alumni engagement. Ellucian's innovative solutions, vast ecosystem of partners, and user community of more than 45,000 provide best practices leading to greater institutional success and achieving better student outcomes.

Values Rooted in Purpose

We embrace the power to lead, the courage to innovate, and the determination to grow. At our core, we believe in humanizing our approach, recognizing that our people are our greatest strength. With a shared vision of transformation, we endeavor to shape a brighter future for higher education.

For us, an internship is more than just checking a box. It's about learning and developing your skills and exploring your curiosity to figure out what you like or want to do next as you launch your career. You'll be given tools to learn alongside your team and work on relevant projects that make a difference on college campuses, impacting students just like you. We value our interns highly and our program has been highly successful, in fact some of our most senior leaders came-up through our program and have continued to make a mark because of our collaborative and supportive culture.

2024 Vault Rankings

#1 Tech & Engineering

#2 Overall Internship Program

#3 Racial & Ethnic Diversity

#1 Software Engineering & Development

#1 Sales, Marketing, & Communications

#4 LGBTQ+ Diversity

#5 Quality of Life

We are seeking an AI and Automation Intern to join our Professional Services team at Ellucian. As an AI & Automation Intern at Ellucian you will join a pioneering team at the forefront of digital transformation in Higher Education.

This is a career-launching role, where you will support the design and implementation of automation solutions, gain hands-on experience with tools like UiPath, and participate in structured enablement, including on-the-job training and access to certifications in AI, DevOps, and RPA.

You will obtain real-world project experience and mentorship from industry leaders, assist senior team members in delivering automation projects that improve business processes for our customers, all while building expertise in one of the most sought-after skill sets in enterprise software.

Why this matters:

• AI and automation will drive 79% of future enterprise efficiency gains
• Demand for skilled automation consultants is expected to double by 2028
• Our internal program is designed to fast-track your growth, with structured mentorship, real project delivery in your first 90 days, and access to certification and enablement programs backed by industry leaders

This is a great opportunity to grow your skills in RPA, AI, and consulting in a supportive, team-oriented environment. This is a high-growth field with tremendous upside-ideal for ambitious early-career professionals ready to lead the future of enterprise tech.

Where You Will Make an Impact

• Assist in the development and testing of automation workflows using UiPath.
• Support senior consultants with documentation, data gathering, and solution configuration.
• Participate in process mapping sessions and help identify tasks suitable for automation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand customer needs and contribute to solution design.
• Learn and apply Agile practices, including attending sprint meetings and using tools like Jira.
• Help maintain documentation for automation solutions, including user guides and support materials.
• Stay current with trends in automation and AI to support continuous learning and team knowledge sharing.

What You Will Bring

• Academic background in computer science, information systems, or a related field.
• Familiarity with RPA tools (UiPath preferred) through coursework, internships, or hands-on projects.
• Hunger to grow in a high-demand space and take ownership of your learning and impact.
• Desire to be part of a team that moves fast, learns out loud, and builds to scale.
• Excitement about being trained to become an expert in automation, AI systems, and enterprise process optimization.
• Basic understanding of Agile methodology and tools like Jira.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Detail-oriented with a willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work on multiple tasks with supervision.

Not Required, But Preferred

• Exposure to scripting languages such as Python or PowerShell.
• Experience with APIs, SQL databases, or low-code/no-code automation platforms.
• Familiarity with AI/ML concepts or Intelligent Document Processing (IDP).
• Internship or coursework experience related to consulting, automation, or enterprise software.