AI Research Intern, Ethics and Readiness

Role Overview

• Collaborate with a cross-functional group of technologists, product managers, and archivists to shape the future of ethical AI in journalism.
• Use generative AI to surface archival content for contemporary use.
• Partner with RAD to design and prototype workflows that transform unstructured archival data into structured, discoverable assets.
• Establish standards for the ethical use of artificial intelligence with NPR's archival content.
• Prepare digital collections for machine learning and research approaches that pair AI with human editorial judgment and metadata to find new insights from the archive.
• Identify opportunities and build functional prototypes that enable reporters and producers to query historical audio for contemporary reporting.
• Assist in the development of automated workflows to transform unstructured legacy media into a searchable, AI-indexed library.
• Analyze historical data troves to surface evergreen content opportunities and extract narrative leads that support contemporary reporting.
• Evaluate AI outputs and discovery tools for accuracy and bias to ensure technical prototypes maintain archival integrity.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to experiment, evaluate and work with generative AI tools and technologies
• Familiarity with Natural Language Processing and Machine Learning techniques
• Knowledge of archiving and metadata management best practices
• Analytical skills to extract narrative leads and opportunities from historical data
• Familiarity with code repositories and version control systems, such as GitHub
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage projects with attention to detail, and meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for drafting technical documentation and presenting research findings
• Collaborative mindset for working effectively in a remote, cross-functional team and responding constructively to professional feedback.

Benefits

• NPR offers interns a robust package of benefits and resources designed to foster their professional development and support their overall well-being.
• Interns are eligible to make elective contributions to the NPR 403(b) retirement plan.
• Access to Transit Commuter benefits through HealthEquity for eligible commuting expenses.
• Eligible for membership with the Signal Financial Federal Credit Union.
• Free access to on-site Wellness Center and fitness center membership at DC Headquarters.
• Secure bike facilities and garage parking.
• Onsite cafeteria.
• Employee Assistance Program with up to six face-to-face counseling sessions per issue.
• Global Guardian worldwide assistance and Business Travel Accident coverage.
• Holiday pay for 10 observed holidays plus one floating holiday per year for interns working 30 or more hours per week.
• Accrual of 3.08 hours of sick leave each pay period with no waiting period.
• Professional development opportunities and flexible work hours.