Uniti is a premier insurgent fiber provider dedicated to enabling mission-critical connectivity across the United States.
With a steadfast commitment to customer service, operational excellence, and superior network capabilities, Uniti builds, operates and delivers critical fiber-based communications services to connect and empower people and businesses.
Position Overview
Uniti is seeking a motivated and technically capable Intern, Business Advancement to support initiatives focused on artificial intelligence, process automation, and digital business transformation. This internship is ideal for a college student interested in applying software development, coding, and analytical skills to real-world business challenges.
The intern will work across business and technology functions to assist with identifying automation opportunities, supporting AI-enabled solutions, improving workflows, and contributing to technical development efforts. This role offers hands-on experience with Python, C, automation platforms, reporting tools, and AI technologies in a collaborative enterprise environment.
This position is well suited for a student who is curious, innovative, and eager to gain practical experience at the intersection of technology, business process improvement, and intelligent automation.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the identification and evaluation of business processes that may benefit from automation, AI-enabled tools, or workflow redesign.
- Assist with the design, development, testing, and documentation of process automation and AI solutions.
- Apply coding skills, particularly in Python and C, to support scripting, prototyping, automation, data processing, and technical problem-solving.
- Help develop and maintain scripts, logic flows, and lightweight applications that improve operational efficiency and business processes.
- Assist in building and refining solutions using enterprise tools such as Power Automate, Power BI, Power Apps, Copilot Studio, and related platforms.
- Support AI-related initiatives, including prompt development, workflow integration, use case testing, and intelligent assistant development.
- Participate in process discovery and documentation activities, including workflow mapping, business requirement gathering, and solution documentation.
- Assist with data analysis, reporting, and dashboard development to measure project progress, automation effectiveness, and business impact.
- Collaborate with business, operations, IT, and data teams to support project execution, solution testing, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Help ensure solutions are documented, tested, and aligned with company standards for security, governance, data privacy, and responsible AI use.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Engineering, Business Technology, or a related field.
- Demonstrated academic or project-based experience in software development, programming, automation, or AI-related work.
- Working knowledge of Python.
- Familiarity with C programming.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI, Copilot Studio, or similar automation and low-code platforms.
- Familiarity with AI concepts and tools, including large language models, prompt design, copilots, and intelligent agents.
- Experience with APIs, scripting, data transformation, testing, debugging, or system integrations.
- Knowledge of software development best practices, including version control, documentation, and quality assurance.
- Experience through coursework, projects, internships, hackathons, or student organizations related to automation, software development, analytics, or digital transformation.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Foundational coding ability with emphasis on Python and exposure to C.
- Interest in applying technology to improve business processes and operational performance.
- Ability to analyze workflows and translate business needs into logical technical solutions.
- Strong attention to detail in coding, testing, validation, and documentation.
- Willingness to learn new technologies, tools, and enterprise platforms.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple assignments.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Learning Opportunities
This internship offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in:
- AI development and intelligent workflow automation
- Python and C programming in a business environment
- Enterprise automation and reporting tools
- Business process analysis and improvement
- Dashboard and report development
- Cross-functional project collaboration
- Responsible AI and enterprise governance practices
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a highly motivated student with an interest in software coding, AI, automation, and business innovation. They are eager to apply technical knowledge in a practical setting, learn from cross-functional teams, and contribute to initiatives that improve how work gets done across the organization.
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
- 401K Plan
- Health & Flexible Savings Account
- Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
- Educational Assistance Plan
Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.
Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens:Uniti, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. Non-U.S. citizens are required to provide Uniti with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Uniti’s network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or email [email protected] as soon as possible for information on Uniti’s foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements.
Notice to Applicants: Depending on the position and its job functions, offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of certain pre-employment screenings, including but not limited to drug-screen, motor vehicle records check, or other pre-employment screening. All such screenings will be conducted by an external third-party with the Candidate’s written consent and in accordance with federal and state law. Refusal to authorize or submit to a required pre-employment screening may disqualify the candidate from employment. Any misrepresentation during the application or interview process may result in denial of employment, withdrawal of offer, or termination.