Aerospace and Defense, Alliance/Partner Management, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Aviation Industry, Business Operations, Business Processes, Business Skills, Business Support, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Cost Control, Customer Support/Service, Customer/Client Research, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Electromechanics, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Information Technology & Information Systems, Interpersonal Skills, Multitasking, OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Organizational Development/Management, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Process Improvement, Product Costing, Product Support, Programming Tools, Prototyping, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Revenue/Sales Reporting, Sales Support, Software Development, Software Engineering, Startup, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Operations, Team Player, Technical Marketing, Technical Sales, Technical Support, Test Plan/Schedule, Writing Skills
Seal Dynamics (A HEICO Company) founded in 1976, with its corporate headquarters based in Hauppauge, NY is a world leader in technical sales and the distribution of aerospace components.
Our unique marketing and technical sales approach is the most effective way to assist our customers in selecting products that reduce cost of ownership. Our current product portfolio includes structural, mechanical and electro-mechanical products associated with both airframe and engine applications across all ATA Chapters. Through our strategic partnerships with some of the most respected OEMs in the aviation industry, Seal Dynamics stocks and distributes in excess of 100,000 products globally in support of our customer requirements.
In addition to our distribution network, Seal Dynamics is a market leader in the design and development of FAA approved alternative parts. Our OEM licensed PMAs and Test and Computation PMAs offer our customers viable solutions in the reduction of operational costs.
ROLE : AI Innovation Intern
This is an on-site role based in Hauppauge, NY
The AI Innovation Intern will support the Information Technology department in the development of AI-powered reports, automation tools, and lightweight internal applications that support business operations across multiple departments. This role offers hands-on exposure to real-world business challenges and provides the opportunity to build practical AI-driven solutions that improve workflows, reporting visibility, and operational efficiency.
This position offers a fast-paced, startup-style environment within an established aerospace company where the intern will be expected to take ownership of projects from concept through completion during the internship period.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Contribute to the developing lightweight internal applications and workflow tools using AI-assisted development platforms and frameworks (e.g., Claude Code, LangChain) and Python.
- Work directly with IT, Supply Chain, Sales, Customer Support, and other departments to identify operational gaps and translate business needs into practical technical solutions
- Support the design, development, testing, implementation, and refinement of AI-related tools and applications
- Take ownership of assigned projects from concept through implementation and final delivery
- Prototype solutions quickly and iterate based on user feedback and operational requirements
- Structure data, workflows, reporting logic, and automation processes into simple and practical tools that improve operational efficiency
- Document applications, workflows, reporting structures, and development processes to support future scalability and enhancements
- Assist with identifying opportunities for automation and process improvement across the organization
- Contribute ideas and recommendations related to the broader AI strategy and direction within the IT department
- Documents everything you build so it can be expanded after your internship
- Actively seek ways to improve and maintain processes
Knowledge and Skills Required:
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Strong interest in artificial intelligence, automation, application development, and emerging technologies
- Ability to translate business challenges into practical technical solutions
- Ability to quickly learn new systems, technologies, and workflows
- Strong sense of initiative, curiosity, and creativity
Experience and Education Required:
- Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Data Analytics, or related field
- Hands-on experience or strong interest in AI-assisted development tools such as Claude Code or similar platforms preferred
- Experience building projects from concept to working prototype preferred
- Exposure to automation, reporting tools, application development, workflow solutions, or data analysis preferred
- Familiarity with prompt engineering, AI workflows, or business process automation preferred
- Exposure to supply chain operations, sales reporting, or business operations preferred
Physical Demands / Environmental Factors of the Position:
- Position is primarily office-based and located in Hauppauge, NY
- Flexible schedule available based on candidate availability
- Onsite presence preferred
- Collaborative work environment with direct exposure to multiple business functions
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/DisabledH
HEICO Corporation
HEICO Corporation is a successful and growing technology-driven aerospace, industrial, defense and electronics company. For more than 60 years, HEICO has thrived by providing customers with innovative and cost-saving products and services.
HEICO's products are found on large commercial aircraft, regional, business and military aircraft, as well as on a large variety of industrial turbines, targeting systems, missiles and electro-optical devices.
HEICO Corporation is a New York Stock Exchange listed company (NYSE: HEI and HEI.A) and has also been ranked as one of the 100 "World's Most Innovative Growth Companies", 100 "Best Small Companies" and 200 "Hot Shot Stocks" by Forbes over the past decade. With headquarters in Hollywood, Florida, and multiple locations around the world - HEICO provides over 1 million square feet of design, manufacturing, repair, overhaul, distribution, sales and support capabilities.
HEICO Corporation operates in two segments, the Flight Support group and the Electronic Technologies group. The Flight Support group designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs, distributes and overhauls FAA-approved parts that extend over the entire aircraft, from the engines all the way to hydraulic, pneumatic, electromechanical, avionic, structures, wheels and brakes and even interiors.
The Electronic Technologies group produces electrical and electro-optical systems and components serving niche segments of the aerospace, defense, communications, and computer industries. The Electronic Technologies group is a worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and sale of electrically and electro-optical engineered products used in the aerospace, defense, space, and electronics industries.
By combining state-of-the-art technologies, a team of highly skilled Team Members and an indisputable commitment to quality, both segments have constantly delivered invaluable solutions to customers over the years, helping to position them as leaders within their industries.