Comcast AI-Driven Software Development Intern

Posted:
9/13/2024, 10:12:20 AM

Location(s):
Pennsylvania, United States ⋅ West Whiteland Township, Pennsylvania, United States

Experience Level(s):
Internship

Field(s):
AI & Machine Learning ⋅ Software Engineering

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

Make your mark at Comcast -- a Fortune 30 global media and technology company. From the connectivity and platforms we provide, to the content and experiences we create, we reach hundreds of millions of customers, viewers, and guests worldwide. Become part of our award-winning technology team that turns big ideas into cutting-edge products, platforms, and solutions that our customers love. We create space to innovate, and we recognize, reward, and invest in your ideas, while ensuring you can proudly bring your authentic self to the workplace. Join us. You’ll do the best work of your career right here at Comcast. (In most cases, Comcast prefers to have employees on-site collaborating unless the team has been designated as virtual due to the nature of their work. If a position is listed with both office locations and virtual offerings, Comcast may be willing to consider candidates who live greater than 100 miles from the office for the remote option.)

Job Summary

This job code is to be used for internships and co-ops. It is not to be used for temporary or contract workers.

Job Description

Program Overview  

Discover opportunities designed to set your career in motion! The Comcast internship/co-op program will help you cultivate meaningful relationships, develop strong interpersonal and business skills, gain exposure to the day-to-day operations of a Fortune 40 media and technology company, and receive mentorship opportunities to expand your professional network.  

This program immerses students into the daily operation of a contemporary media and technology company while working side-by-side with Comcast’s top innovators. The student becomes an integral part of the Comcast team working on creative, innovative, and thought-provoking projects within various business units. 

Organization & Team Overview 

Comcast’s Technology, Product & Experience (TPX) organization works at the intersection of media and technology. Our innovative teams are continually developing and delivering products that transform the customer experience.  

Order Tech (OT) team is responsible for the Order Management Systems, which oversee the end-to-end lifecycle of customer orders across all Xfinity Lines of Business (LOB). The Order Management System orchestrates service-specific policy treatments for various processes, including fraud prevention, fulfillment, provisioning, activation, network management, and billing. 

 

Role Description 

Are you passionate about the intersection of artificial intelligence and software development? Do you thrive on innovation and enjoy solving complex problems with cutting-edge technology? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! 

As an AI-Driven Software Development Intern, you will embark on an exciting journey where you will play a key role in shaping the future of intelligent software development. You will be immersed in a dynamic environment, working alongside top-tier engineers to develop and implement solutions that revolutionize the software development lifecycle. 

As an AI-Driven Software Development Intern in the Order Tech team, you will: 

  • Collaborate with senior developers to enhance and maintain the Order Management Systems, ensuring seamless end-to-end lifecycle management of customer orders across all Xfinity Lines of Business (LOB). 

  • Leverage AI and machine learning techniques to optimize and automate various aspects of the Order Management System, including fraud prevention, fulfillment, provisioning, activation, network management, and billing. 

  • Utilize AI-driven approaches to software development, such as intelligent code analysis, automated testing, and predictive maintenance. 

  • Participate in code reviews, debugging, and testing to ensure high-quality software delivery, using AI tools to identify and resolve issues efficiently. 

  • Contribute to the development of new features and improvements, leveraging your knowledge of AI and related technologies to drive innovation. 

  • Engage in continuous learning and professional development to stay updated with the latest advancements in AI and software engineering. 

  • Work on AI-enhanced projects, such as developing intelligent algorithms for order processing and implementing machine learning models to predict and mitigate potential issues in the Order Management System. 

 

What are some interesting problems the student will work on?  

In your role, you'll tackle exciting challenges like using AI tools for automated design, code generation and optimization, leveraging machine learning for predictive maintenance to enhance software reliability, applying AI algorithms for intelligent debugging to improve software quality, utilizing AI-driven testing frameworks for robust validation, and integrating AI into DevOps for automated deployment and seamless software operations.  

Where can this student make an impact?  

You’ll be working with the best and brightest minds in Comcast while we roll out Order management system that supports all customer orders.  Success in this role is characterized by a higher speed to market, with fewer customer-facing defects and outages.   

Job Responsibilities 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

 

  • Design and Solutioning: Collaborate with the team to design innovative AI-driven solutions, using AI tools to create and refine software architectures and prototypes. 

  • Automated Code Generation: Utilize AI tools to automatically generate and optimize code, enhancing development efficiency. 

  • Predictive Maintenance: Leverage machine learning models to predict and prevent system failures, improving software reliability and performance. 

  • Intelligent Debugging: Apply AI algorithms to identify, diagnose, and fix bugs swiftly, ensuring high-quality software. 

  • AI-Driven Testing: Implement and utilize AI-driven testing frameworks to conduct thorough and efficient software validation. 

  • Smart DevOps: Integrate AI into DevOps processes for automated deployment, monitoring, and scaling, ensuring seamless and continuous software operations. 

 

Preferred Skills 

  • Programming Languages: Proficiency in Python, Java 

  • Strong problem-solving abilities and an analytical mindset to leverage AI for optimizing software development processes 

  • Knowledge of software development principles, software development lifecycle and object-oriented programming 

  • Understanding of AI/ML concepts and experience with Gen AI/ML tools & frameworks  

  • Preferred Majors: Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence , Electrical Engineering, Mathematics. 

Minimum Qualifications and Eligibility Requirements 

  • Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree from a United States-based college or university  

  • Rising Junior or Rising Senior only (must have a graduation date between Winter 2025- Spring 2027)  

  • Returning to degree-program (for at least a semester) after the completion of the summer internship (meaning, student must be returning to school for Fall 2025 semester before graduating) 

  • Available to work 40 hours per week over the course of the summer program- June 2 through August 15, 2025 

  • Authorized to work in the United States with no current or future sponsorship needs 

  • Available to report in-person to the work location on the job posting (unless virtual offering) 

  • Comcast is an Affirmative Action/EEO employer M/F/D/V 

 

Compensation

Base Pay: $32.00

Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work.    Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus.  Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees.  We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most.  That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details. 

The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.

Education

Certifications (if applicable)

Relative Work Experience

0-2 Years

Comcast is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.