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Sun Technologies,Inc.

AI Prompt Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

* Hands-on AI Prompt Engineering experience. * Experience with Microsoft Copilot AI Agents (strongly preferred). * Ability to write, refine, optimize, and continuously improve AI prompts. * Experience ...

Team Red Dog

AI Prompt Engineer

Redmond, WA · Remote

Prompt Engineering & Conversational AI - Experience designing, optimizing, and testing prompts, conversational workflows, and AI response strategies for enterprise AI applications, chatbots, or ...

Team Red Dog

AI Prompt Engineer

Redmond, WA · On-site

Prompt Engineering & Conversational AI - Experience designing, optimizing, and testing prompts, conversational workflows, and AI response strategies for enterprise AI applications, chatbots, or ...

ClifyX

AI Prompt Engineer

Chandler, AZ · On-site

ClifyX is a company focused on developing advanced AI solutions, and they are seeking a highly skilled AI Prompt Engineer to design, develop, and optimize enterprise-grade AI solutions. The role ...

T-Rex Solutions

AI Prompt Engineer

Washington, DC

$90K - $135K/yr

T-Rex Solutions is looking to select an AI Prompt Engineer to support our Internal Revenue Service (IRS) EDOS program. The overall mission of this program is to modernize the IRS legacy Tax ...

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System One

AI Prompt Engineer (IRS MBI Cleared)

Greenbelt, MD · On-site

$102K - $134K/yr

AI Prompt Engineer Location: Greenbelt, Maryland Type: 6 months Contract To Hire Work Model: 100% Remote (EST hours) Security Clearance: Must have an active IRS MBI Clearance Overview System One is ...

System One

AI Prompt Engineer (IRS MBI Cleared)

Greenbelt, MD · Remote

$104K - $138K/yr

AI Prompt Engineer Location: Greenbelt, Maryland Type: 6 months Contract To Hire Work Model: 100% Remote (EST hours) Security Clearance: Must have an active IRS MBI Clearance Overview System One is ...

USM

JB061755 - AI Prompt Engineer - Remote

Advanced Prompt Engineering * Structured Data Transformation, transformation rules, requirements etc. * LLM, LLM instructions * Build and Test AI workflows * AI Experience - Perplexity, ChatGPT or ...

Ignite IT

Jr. AI Prompt Engineer

Ashburn, VA

Ignite IT is seeking a Junior AI Prompt Engineer to support U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). In this role, you will work directly with stakeholders to identify opportunities for AI adoption ...

Ignite IT

Jr. AI Prompt Engineer

Ashburn, VA · On-site +1

Ignite IT is seeking a Junior AI Prompt Engineer to support U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). In this role, you will work directly with stakeholders to identify opportunities for AI adoption ...

Ignite IT

Jr. AI Prompt Engineer

Ashburn, VA · Remote

Ignite IT is seeking a Junior AI Prompt Engineer to support U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). In this role, you will work directly with stakeholders to identify opportunities for AI adoption ...

Sensi.ai

Prompt Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

AI Sensi.AI is transforming the world of home care through agentic AI - and we're just getting ... About the Role We are looking for a Prompt Engineer to design, optimize, and continuously improve ...

Sensi.AI

Prompt Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site +1

AI Sensi.AI is transforming the world of home care through agentic AI - and we're just getting ... About the Role We are looking for a Prompt Engineer to design, optimize, and continuously improve ...

Motion Recruitment

AI Prompt Engineers

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

As a Prompt Engineer, you will play a crucial role in our AI development team by designing and developing prompts that enable optimal performance from our AI models and algorithms. Your skills in ...

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How much do ai prompt engineer internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for ai prompt engineer internship in the United States is $25.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an AI prompt engineer intern?

To thrive as an AI Prompt Engineer Intern, you need a strong understanding of natural language processing, programming fundamentals (such as Python), and foundational AI concepts, typically supported by coursework or relevant project experience. Familiarity with AI development tools like OpenAI's GPT platforms, prompt engineering frameworks, and version control systems (e.g., Git) is essential. Creativity, attention to detail, and effective communication are standout soft skills that help interns craft and test high-quality prompts. These skills are crucial for designing effective AI interactions, collaborating with technical teams, and driving innovation in AI solutions.

What do AI prompt engineer interns do?

As an AI Prompt Engineer Intern, you'll likely work on designing, testing, and refining prompts to optimize AI model outputs for various applications. Your daily tasks may include collaborating with data scientists and developers, conducting prompt experiments, analyzing model responses, and documenting results to improve prompt effectiveness. This role often involves brainstorming creative ways to elicit accurate and useful answers from AI systems, as well as staying updated on prompt engineering best practices. Interns may also participate in team meetings to discuss findings and contribute to ongoing product or research initiatives.

What is an AI prompt engineer internship?

An AI Prompt Engineer Internship is a temporary or entry-level position where interns learn to design, test, and optimize prompts for AI language models, such as ChatGPT. Interns work with teams to refine how AI responds to user input, ensuring the outputs are accurate, relevant, and ethical. This role combines knowledge of AI, programming, and communication to improve conversational AI systems. Interns may also contribute to research, data analysis, and the development of best practices for prompt engineering.
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AI Prompt Engineer

CACI International, Inc.

Ashburn, VA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Job Title: AI Prompt Engineer
Job Category: Engineering
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
Type of Travel: Local
* * *
The Opportunity:
CACI is currently looking for a AI Prompt Engineer to join our BEAGLE (Border Enforcement Applications for Government Leading-Edge Information Technology) Agile Solution Factory (ASF) Team supporting Customs and Border Control (CBP) client located in Northern Virginia! Join this passionate team of industry-leading individuals supporting the best practices in Agile Software Development for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
As a member of the BEAGLE ASF Team, you will support the men and women charged with safeguarding the American people and enhancing the Nation's safety, security, and prosperity. CBP agents and officers are on the front lines, every day, protecting our national security by combining customs, immigration, border security, and agricultural protection into one coordinated and supportive activity.
ASF programs thrive in a culture of innovation and are constantly seeking individuals who can bring creative ideas to solve complex problems, both technical and procedural at the team and portfolio levels.
More about this role:
We are seeking a highly creative, technically proficient, and detail-oriented Prompt Engineer to join our growing AI team. This pivotal role will be responsible for designing, testing, and optimizing prompts for Large Language Models (LLMs) to achieve high-quality, and reliable outputs for various use cases. You will be instrumental in translating complex requirements into effective AI interactions.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives on experimentation, understands how LLMs interpret language, and is passionate about unlocking the full potential of generative AI.
You will excel at developing innovative software solutions as part of a technically diverse and geographically disbursed team. A strong passion for AI technologies and experience with agile delivery and deploying software in short sprints.
Responsibilities:
  • Prompt Design & Optimization: Develop, refine, and iterate on prompts for various generative AI models (LLMs) to elicit desired behaviors, responses, and creative outputs.
  • Iterative Testing & Analysis: Conduct testing to compare prompt variations, analyze results drive continuous improvement.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with multiple groups to integrate prompts to streamline manual processes.
  • Research & Development: Stay abreast of the latest advancements in LLMs, generative AI, and prompt engineering techniques.
  • Fine-tuning & RAG Support: Provide input and collaborate on strategies for model fine-tuning and Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) to further improve accuracy.
  • Problem Solving: Debug unexpected model behaviors, identifying root causes within prompt structure, model limitations, or data context.

Qualifications:
Required
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen with the ability to pass CBP background investigation, criteria include, but not limited to:
    • 3-year check for felony convictions
    • 1 year check for illegal drug use
    • 1 year check for misconduct such as theft or fraud
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree).
  • Must be available to work a hybrid schedule with onsite requirements in Ashburn, VA
  • 0-3 years of professional software development experience, internships, or relevant academic project work.
  • 1+ year of hands-on experience working with Large Language Models (e.g., OpenAI GPT series, Llama, Gemini) or other generative AI models.
  • Experience with at least one programming language (Python, JavaScript/TypeScript)
  • Familiarity with prompt engineering techniques (few-shot, chain-of-thought, structured outputs, function calling)

Desired:
  • Problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to experimentation and optimization.
  • Witten and verbal communication skills, with an ability to articulate complex technical concepts clearly.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
  • Exposure to RAG concepts, including embeddings and vector databases
  • Understanding of AI safety considerations (e.g., prompt injection, bias, data privacy)
  • Exposure to Agile/Scrum development environments

What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$66,700 - $133,300
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

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