AI & Innovation Intern

Be essential at Cars Commerce

At Cars Commerce, we're fanatical about simplifying everything about car buying and selling. We do right by our customers and consumers to better connect the industry with simplified and tierless technology to enhance, measure and drive local automotive retail. Whether through our No.1 most recognized marketplace, Cars.com, our industry-leading digital experience, Dealer Inspire, our trade and appraisal technology, AccuTrade, our reputation-based digital wholesale auction marketplace, Dealerclub, or our new Cars Commerce Media Network, Cars Commerce is essential for success in the automotive industry.

No one ever travels alone here: at its core, Cars Commerce is collaboration. In fact, it's built into the very fabric of our shared values. We like to say we Rise Together – putting people at the center of what we do, from consumer to customer to community. Life at Cars Commerce makes it easy when we share the ethos to be Open to All, encouraging open-minded communication because we know diverse thinking yields better outcomes. But critical to our success is Caring to Challengeand Taking Ownership, fueling a competitive spirit in a respectful environment where we think about tomorrow but act today. At our foundation, we have integrity, Doing the Right Thing, even when it's hard. It's our shared commitment to these values that makes Cars Commerce a place where growth becomes not only possible, but downright unavoidable.

But don't take our word for it. As a U.S. News & World Report Best Company to Work For in 2024, we're obsessive about the employee experience. We are among the top 20% being declared "Best" of our industry based on six critical factors that are important to employee wellbeing, like quality of pay, benefits, work life balance and more.

Help design and implement how AI transforms how we hire at scale.

We are seeking an AI & Innovation Intern with demonstrated experience applying AI tools to real-world problems. This role will partner directly with Talent Acquisition leadership to prototype, test, and scale AI-driven solutions across the recruiting lifecycle, from sourcing to candidate engagement to workflow automation.

This is not a traditional HR internship. It's an opportunity to build, experiment, and deliver tangible impact in how a modern TA function operates.

What You'll Work On

• Design and test AI-driven solutions across sourcing, screening, and candidate engagement

• Build prototypes and automations using AI and workflow tools (e.g., Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude, Zapier, etc.)

• Identify inefficiencies in current recruiting processes and deploy AI solutions to improve speed, quality, and experience

• Evaluate emerging AI tools and determine practical applications within Talent Acquisition

• Analyze outcomes and provide data-backed recommendations on what should scale

• Present findings and solutions directly to TA leadership and recruiting teams

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience applying AI in a business-critical function

• Direct exposure to TA strategy and innovation at scale

• Opportunity to build solutions that are implemented, not just researched

• Visibility with senior leadership and influence on future-state recruiting models

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Computer Science, Data Analytics, Product, or a related field

• Demonstrated hands-on experience using AI tools to solve real problems (academic, personal, or professional)

• Experience building automations, workflows, or prototypes using AI or no-code/low-code tools

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to translate AI capabilities into business use cases

• Analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate impact and effectiveness of solutions

• Strong communication skills and ability to present ideas clearly and concisely

Who You Are

• You don't just use AI, you build with it

• You have a high level of intellectual curiosity with a bias toward action

• You've experimented with automations, agents, or workflow tools

• You naturally look for ways to improve and streamline processes

• You're comfortable moving quickly from idea → prototype → recommendation

Impact

By the end of this internship, you will have designed and implemented at least one AI-driven solution that improves how we attract, engage, or hire talent.

Program Details & Benefits:

• Program Duration: June 1st - August 7th

• Pay Rate: $17.50/hour

• Hours: Full-time, 40 hours/week

• Location: Hybrid (Work remote and work from the office 1-2 days out of the week)

• Equipment: Company issued laptop provided

• Benefits: Gain hands-on experience at a cutting-edge, publicly traded tech company, where you'll contribute to impactful projects that drive real change. Build valuable connections with colleagues across all levels of the organization, all while shaping your future career in the tech industry!

Salary Range

$30,700.00-36,050.00

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package includes:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Healthcare Plans

• New Hire Stipend for Home Office Set-Up

• Generous PTO

• Paid Holidays, Floating Holiday, Volunteer Day, Recharge Day

Learn more about our Benefits, Perks, & Culture on our LinkedIn Life Pages!

For US-based Positions: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Please note that we are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

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