Software Engineer Intern (AI)

Thales Singapore Engineering Competence Centre (ECC) – AI Objective & Responsibilities

Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle demanding challenges across quantum applications, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and 6G innovation. In Singapore, Thales has been a trusted partner since 1973. With 2,000 employees across three local sites, Thales delivers solutions across aerospace (including air traffic management), defence and security, and digital identity and cybersecurity. Thales Singapore Engineering Competence Centre (ECC) is an established R&D and engineering centre serving major customers worldwide in Digital Identity and Security domains, including mobile connectivity, IoT, banking & payment, and government solutions.

Objective

• Investigate and experiment with open-source AI technology stacks and industrial AI service providers.
• Prototype AI features that improve operation efficiencies or enhance customer experiences.
• Support the industrialization of prototypes.

Responsibilities

• Research and develop areas such as RAG, agentic AI, and AI managed services; build PoCs to showcase and inspire new ideas.
• Develop and refine tools/functions aligned with specific business unit use cases.
• Explore and apply fine-tuning techniques to customize models for specific domain tasks, optimizing performance and relevance.
• Collaborate closely with the supervisor to gain insights into AI’s role in real-world business applications.

Requirements

• Education: Computer Science student with a good foundation in Data Science.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in Python, Docker Compose, and basic Linux commands.
  • Familiarity with open-source frameworks and tools, including GitHub.
• Traits:
  • Independent and analytical thinker.
  • Open-minded with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Commitment: Able to commit full-time basis, ideally for 6 months (or a minimum of 5 months).

Learning Outcomes

• Hands-on experience with the latest GenAI research and practical applications.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects supporting business objectives.
• Mentorship and guidance from an industrial supervisor, with a focus on professional development in GenAI.

At Thales, we foster a workplace built on respect, trust, collaboration, and passion. Join us to be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that make a difference for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world.