About the role#
The Enterprise Technology Services (ETS) Payments team evaluates and advances technologies to improve payment capabilities, operational efficiency, and member experiences. As a Payments AI Engineer Summer Associate, you will support research, analysis, prototyping, and technology evaluation efforts. This 12-week program runs from May 2027 to August 2027 and offers exposure to AI, machine learning, digital assets, stablecoin, and payment modernization initiatives.
What you'll do#
- Research and evaluate stablecoin and digital asset technologies for potential financial services applications.
- Design and develop AI-driven proof-of-concepts to improve operational efficiency, decision-making, and member experiences.
- Build prototypes, scripts, and test automation solutions to demonstrate business value and technical feasibility.
- Support innovation initiatives through technical analysis, project coordination, stakeholder engagement, and executive reporting.
- Develop AI use cases using modern tools, data platforms, and frameworks.
- Assess emerging technologies for feasibility and document findings for presentation to stakeholders.
- Collaborate with engineering, product, cybersecurity, and business teams.
- Support daily ETS Payments strategy, engineering, and operations.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field, with an anticipated graduation date of December 2027 or later.
- Knowledge of blockchain, stablecoin, and cryptocurrency payment technologies.
- Knowledge of basic strategic planning frameworks and structured problem-solving techniques.
- Strong technical research, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Demonstrated or applied experience with fintech, digital payments, blockchain, stablecoin, or digital asset technologies.
- Experience conducting technical research and synthesizing findings into presentations, reports, or recommendations.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site, full-time, paid internship.
- Primary locations: Vienna, Virginia or Pensacola, Florida.
- Working hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
About Navy Federal Credit Union
Navy Federal Credit Union is a nonprofit financial institution founded in 1933. It serves the Armed Forces, Department of Defense, veterans, and their families. With over 15 million members and more than 25,000 employees, it operates as the largest credit union in the world. The organization maintains its headquarters in Vienna, Virginia, alongside additional campuses in Florida, California, and Virginia.
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