AI Intern x2 (9 months) 

The CAIC was established in June 2023. The CAIC aims to provide strategic leadership by building the domestic AI capacity of its members with particular focus on small states. The CAIC is operationalised through 4 working groups - namely research and innovation, policy, data and infrastructure and capacity building. The members of the CAIC comprise of champion countries, industry leaders in AI, start-ups, think tanks and universities.

The internship will enable the successful candidates to expand their skills and experience through undertaking research and capacity building in the area of AI.

The AI Interns will work closely with the Adviser – AI and Transformative Technology and the working group leads of CAIC in the implementation of the pilot phase project for CHOGM 2024. The post-holders will also be responsible for assisting in the design and development of AI models for various applications, assisting the Adviser – AI and Transformative Technology with the development and deployment of AI tools, collaborating with cross-functional teams to understand the requirements for integrating AI solutions into products or services of the Secretariat, undertaking research in relation to AI developments, and keeping up to date with the latest AI research and technologies to suggest innovative ideas and improvements.

The internship will enable the successful candidates build and expand their professional networks, work in a multicultural and dynamic work environment, improve their skills and knowledge in AI, work on real world AI application and deployment in the Commonwealth, and improve their managerial, organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.

To be considered, you must be between the ages of 20 and 30 years and hold a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Artificial Intelligence or in Data Analytics from a recognized university in the Commonwealth.  You will need to have a fundamental understanding of Machine Learning (ML) concepts, with demonstratable experience in Python, AI/ML libraries Gen AI and knowledge of version control tools such as GitHub. You will also need Demonstrated experience in the development and deployment of AI applications and models, and strong problem-solving and research skills. Some experience of working in international organization in the field Artificial Intelligence will be an advantage.   

The Commonwealth is a voluntary association of 56 member countries and provides guidance on policy making, technical assistance and advisory services to Commonwealth member countries. We support governments to help achieve sustainable, inclusive and equitable development.   

To join us, you must be a citizen of a Commonwealth country and have the right to live and work in the UK for the full duration of the Internship.

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