AI Automation Architect
Enrolled student or self-taught candidate with aptitude for AI tools and workflow automation; ability to prototype automations, document solutions, and collaborate remotely; organized and communicative.
JOB DESCRIPTION
*AI Automation Architect (Intern)
Position:AI Automation Architect (*Intern)
Location:Remote — Austin, Dallas, or Houston Areas Preferred
Available:Immediately
*TOP Internships provide real-world experience and hands-on training for college students or self-taught candidates interested in pursuing careers in AI, automation, technology, or IT operations. College credit coordination available upon request.
This position is open to motivated candidates with a strong aptitude for AI tools, workflow automation, and operational problem-solving. Remote-first with approximately 15–20 hours per week and flexible scheduling.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Map TOP's existing workflows and identify meaningful AI automation opportunities
- Prototype and build automations using tools like Claude, ChatGPT, Zapier, Make, or n8n
- Collaborate directly with TOP's founder and team to prioritize, test, and refine solutions
- Document what was built, why it was built, and how it works — clearly and completely
- Stay current on emerging AI tools and bring vetted ideas to the table
- Present progress and demos to internal stakeholders on a regular basis
Qualifications & Skills:
- Enrolled in a degree program (CS, IT, business, or related) — or self-taught with a portfolio to show
- Comfortable experimenting with AI tools and figuring things out independently as they evolve
- Organized, communicative, and reliable — you do what you say you'll do
- Genuinely energized by solving real operational problems, not just academic exercises
- Some experience with AI tools, automation platforms, or scripting is a plus — not required
Internship Details:
- Duration: 3–6 months with potential to extend or convert to a full-time role
- Time commitment: approximately 15–20 hours per week with flexible scheduling
- Compensation: Unpaid internship | College credit coordination available upon request
- Strong performers will be considered for full-time roles as they open — we build from within
About TechOnPurpose (TOP)
TechOnPurpose is a veteran-owned boutique MSSP based in Austin, Texas — globally recognized as a Top 250 managed security provider.
Our Mission:Deliver secure, reliable, trusted technology — helping organizations go from at risk and under-resourced to fully protected in hours or days, not weeks.
Our Framework:TOPCYBER21™ (TC21) is our proprietary defense-in-depth methodology — 21 best security practice areas, starting with a 15-minute cyber risk assessment.
Why TOP:We punch above our weight. You won't disappear into a department. Your work will matter and you'll know it. We love what we do, who we do it with, and who we do it for.
Pathway to Full-Time:TOP actively promotes from within. Interns who demonstrate strong performance, good judgment, and mission alignment will be considered for full-time roles as they become available.