Spring AI/Database Strategist- SIP

Job Description:

This internship is offered through the Startup Internship Program (SIP). This is a CCE Sponsored Internship Program in which interns participate in professional development programming alongside their internship. This includes attending a Pre-program training, Mid-semester dinner, and end-of-program Reflection session as well as completion of a reflection project. These elements will support success in the internship experience itself, help students learn more about the related industry or type of work, as well as help students prepare for and plan next steps after the experience. Positions in this program offer a $600 stipend for the spring semester internship. To learn more about the SIP, go to https://www.careereducation.columbia.edu/programs/startup-internship-program

Application Instructions:

This position is part of the SIP program. All 2018 spring internships will be posted on LionSHARE during the Fall 2017 semester on a rolling basis beginning in late September. (Search for the label "SIP" under the “Labels” field in LionShare to view all program positions.) You may apply to up to three (3) positions of interest in the SIP program. You must be in good academic and judicial standing with Columbia University to be eligible to participate in the program.

There are at least two required components to all SIP position applications and potentially more as requested by each employer. The following documents must be submitted through LionSHARE for each position of interest:

1. Resume
2. Transcript (This is your Fall 2017 course schedule which you should access by logging onto Student Services Online, clicking on “My Schedule” and copying and pasting your Fall 2017 course schedule into a Microsoft Word Document. The schedule should show your full name, your school, your Fall 2017 Courses, and your enrollment status.)
3. Cover Letter (if required - click Apply Now and check for required documents)
4. Other materials (ex: Writing Sample, etc. if required - click Apply Now and check for required documents)

SIP Internships run from January 22^nd – April 13^th. Submit your completed applications via LionSHARE by Sunday, October 29, 2017.

Position Description:

Sugarlift is in the process of building an AI-enhanced art recommendation engine. In order to accomplish this, we need to re-design our artist-interface, artwork database, image recognition/taxonomy, recommendation engine and interface. We are looking for someone who would like to think through all of the challenges from a systems perspective, but also can understand the UI of our prospective clients.

This position will evaluate the latest in AI technology and get real hands-on experience implementing it in a start-up.

Responsibilities

Examine and evaluate current systems
Identify system requirements
Liaise with users to track additional requirements and features
Document interfaces between new and legacy systems
Collaborate with developers to produce new systems
Validate changes by testing programs
Train users on the new operation systems and provide support
Ensure deadline and budget requirements are met
Stay up-to-date with current technologies and technical developments

Requirements

Hands on experience with software development and documentation
Solid knowledge of business information systems
Familiarity with programming languages like Java and Python
Ability to explain technical details
Excellent analytical skills
A good problem-solving attitude