Description
Job Summary
pEmbark on a unique internship journey at Opptra, where you'll work closely with Forward Deployed Engineers to solve real business challenges using AI. As an intern, you'll contribute to production workflows and build innovative tools that power our market operations.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement LLM-powered workflows for prompt engineering and output structuring.
- Develop Python scripts and pipelines to process marketplace data and trigger business actions.
- Create lightweight internal tools such as dashboards, alert systems, and data quality checkers.
- Debug and improve existing automation from first principles.
- Document your work clearly for future reference and extension.
Required Skills
- Strong Python programming skills.
- Genuine curiosity about AI tools like Claude API, OpenAI, or LangChain.
- Problem-solving mindset to identify and address business constraints.
- Familiarity with SQL or data querying, especially BigQuery.
- Ambition to work in an ambiguous environment where detailed specs are not provided.
Required Skills Explained
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Strong Python fundamentals to write clean, working code without relying on frameworks.', '
Genuine curiosity about how LLMs work and their appropriate use cases beyond just calling APIs.', '
A problem-first mindset to understand the real constraints in messy business situations before diving into solutions.', '
Comfort with ambiguity to scope work independently without detailed specifications.', '
Hands-on experience with AI tooling such as Claude API, OpenAI, or LangChain through personal projects or actual work.', "
Familiarity with SQL or data querying, especially if you've worked with BigQuery or cloud data warehouses."]}
Who is this for
pThis role is ideal for individuals who have a passion for AI and its application in real-world business scenarios. If you're eager to solve complex problems, contribute to cutting-edge technology, and gain hands-on experience with LLMs, this internship is for you.
Why This Job is a Good Opportunity
{'htmlulist': ['liDirect access to Forward Deployed Engineers and the Head of Engineering, offering valuable mentorship and learning opportunities.', 'liOpportunity to work on real agentic projects that will run in production, not just sandbox environments.', 'liExposure to system design, marketplace data infrastructure, and eCommerce operations at scale within a fast-paced environment.', 'liAchieve direct ownership of a production workstream from day one, making significant contributions early on.', 'liCompetitive internship stipend providing financial support during the internship tenure.']}
Interview Preparation Tips
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Prepare examples of your experience with LLMs and AI tooling, highlighting how you've integrated them into real-world solutions.", '
Practice explaining technical decisions in plain language to illustrate your ability to communicate effectively with non-technical stakeholders.', '
Be ready to discuss specific projects or initiatives where you have demonstrated curiosity and problem-solving skills related to AI and business operations.', '
Showcase your experience with Python, SQL, and any other relevant technologies mentioned in the job description through your portfolio or previous work.']}
Career Growth in This Role
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Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of projects will I be working on?You'll work on production workflows like catalogue automation, O2C processing, performance marketing, or pricing. Your code will run in real systems.
Do I need detailed specifications to start my work?No, we expect you to scope the work yourself and ask the right questions to clarify business needs.
What kind of support can I expect from the team?You'll have direct access to Forward Deployed Engineers and the Head of Engineering for guidance and collaboration.
