Prompt Engineering Intern at Anduril Industries

The Thunderforge team aims to augment and enhance the wargaming process at the DOW Headquarters level using modern AI and ML technologies. This is a cutting edge team working on projects that have high visibility by key military decision makers, Anduril leadership, and may be one of the most impactful use cases of AI in the US DOW. https://spectrum.ieee.org/thunderforge-ai-wargames-dodhttps://sentry-magazine.com/u-s-militarys-new-ai-project-aims-to-speed-commander-decisions/https://www.govconwire.com/articles/thunderforge-dod-scale-ai-prime-prototype-contractThe Prompt Engineer Intern role is a one-of-one position that will embed in the Thunderforge team to build better prompts and agent architecture in support of AI enabled Wargaming. This role converts to a Junior Applied ML Engineer position based on return offer.WHAT YOU’LL DO (will be one or two of the below):Classical optimizers and non-LLM ML algorithmGeospatial abilities of AI and creating benchmarksBuilding test and evaluation tooling to measure the effectiveness of LLMs applied to the Wargaming problem space. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Must be a 3rd or 4th year undergrad student, or Masters or PhD student, with a focus in machine learning/artificial intelligenceMust have taken at least 1 upper division machine learning classMust have previous Applied ML or LLM adjacent internshipMust have previously worked with LLM Agent Graphs, Classical optimizers, or Fine tuned an LLMU.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled dataBonus: you have worked in GIS/geospatial The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including: Healthcare Benefits  US Roles: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you. UK & AUS Roles: We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents. IE Roles: We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents. Additional Benefits Income Protection: Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees. Generous time off: Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December. Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs. Family Planning & Parenting Support: Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting. Mental Health Resources: Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching. Additional work-life services, such as legal and financial support, are also available. Professional Development: Annual reimbursement for professional development Commuter Benefits: Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region. Relocation Assistance: Available depending on role eligibility. Retirement Savings Plan US Roles: Traditional 401(k), Roth, and after-tax (mega backdoor Roth) options. UK & IE Roles: Pension plan with employer match. AUS Roles: Superannuation plan. The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process. To view Anduril's candidate data privacy policy, please visit https://anduril.com/applicant-privacy-notice/.