AI Solutions Specialist (Open to recent college graduates)
Sterne, Kessler, Goldstein & Fox is a highly regarded intellectual property specialty law firm. They are seeking an AI Solutions Specialist to assist attorneys and staff in utilizing AI tools effectively while also contributing to the development and improvement of internal AI applications.
Responsibilities
- Helping attorneys and staff use firm‑approved AI tools effectively, including Microsoft Copilot, Thomson Reuters CoCounsel, and internally developed applications
- Troubleshooting common issues such as access, errors, workflow challenges, and “what’s the best way to do this?” questions, and escalating appropriately when needed
- Coaching users on prompt quality and workflow structuring, including transforming vague requests into structured prompts and validating results for reliability
- Developing strategies for using AI to solve day‑to‑day legal workflows
- Assisting with configuration, testing, and iterative improvement of internal tools
- Gathering user feedback and translating that feedback into actionable improvements
- Creating specific‑purpose AI agents
- Supporting customization, configuration, and light development of internal AI tools using Python, JavaScript, Java, APIs, prompt pipelines, or low‑code solutions
- Using AI‑assisted code development tools such as Claude Code, Cursor, and GitHub Copilot to create custom applications
- Creating “how‑to” guides, short demos, and internal FAQs to help teams use tools confidently and responsibly
- Supporting internal training sessions from beginner to advanced levels, including prompt engineering and practical use‑case workshops
- Operating within the firm’s governance framework, emphasizing approved tools, confidentiality, and ethical AI adoption
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Information Technology, Electrical/Computer Engineering, Bio-Informatics, or a similar technical field (or equivalent practical experience) required
- Familiarity with generative AI concepts (LLMs, prompting, context management, evaluation/verification, limitations) required
- Basic programming/scripting ability (e.g., Python, Java, Ruby, or JavaScript) and familiarity with AI-Assisted Code Development (e.g., Claude Code, Cursor, Github CoPilot, etc.) required
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and customer service orientation for engagement with attorneys and staff
- Polished presentation and interpersonal skills
- Self-motivated and independent with the ability to work on projects with minimal supervision
- Curious about generative AI and motivated to learn quickly
- Comfortable explaining technical concepts to non-technical audiences
- Organized, responsive, and enjoys being 'the person who helps make things work'
- Interest in how AI changes professional services (especially law, IP, and knowledge work)
- Some internship or coursework experience in an AI-focused role preferred
- Experience with Microsoft 365 CoPilot environments or workflow automation preferred
- Exposure to API development and use, MCP protocol, Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, prompt chaining, or low-code tools preferred
- Interest in legal tech, IP, or regulated/professional environments
Benefits
- A competitive compensation package with excellent benefits
- Metro-accessible in a prime downtown location with many nearby restaurants and shops
- Strong mentorship
- Unique exposure to a professional services environment where AI is being thoughtfully integrated into daily work rather than treated as a buzzword
- Collaborate directly with attorneys, patent agents, IT professionals, and innovation leadership on real projects
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