Digital Solutions Intern
First seen by Alion on Nov 4, 2026.
Role at a Glance
Supports the firm's Digital Transformationinitiatives by helping to build internal web applications, supporting ERP andbusiness systems, connecting systems through integrations and exploringpractical uses of AI. The role works closely with business teams across thefirm to understand how a professional services firm operates, and helps turnthose processes into simpler, smarter and more automated workflows.
We are not looking fordeep expertise in any single platform. A solid technical foundation, curiosityabout how businesses run and a willingness to learn matter more than priorexperience with specific systems.
1. Core Skills
Web basics: Foundational HTML, CSS and JavaScript
Data: Basic SQL and an understanding of how databases store and relate data
ERP & business systems: General understanding of what an ERP does (finance, billing, projects, CRM) and how business data flows between functions
Business fundamentals: Basic accounting and business concepts – e.g. how revenue, costs and invoicing work
Excel: Comfortable with formulas, lookups and pivot tables
Problem-solving: Analytical thinking; able to break a process down into steps and logic
Learning attitude: Keen to learn new tools, languages and ERP platforms
AI interest: Genuine interest in AI, GenAI and automation
Working style: Works independently; communicates well with technical and non-technical users
2. Nice to Have
Background: Diploma/Degree in Computer Science, IT,Information Systems, Business Analytics, Accountancy (with IT modules) orrelated
Projects: Web or data projects from coursework, personalwork or internships
Backend & integration: Exposure to Python or Node.js; basicfamiliarity with APIs and JSON
ERP exposure: Hands-on exposure to any ERP or businesssystem (e.g. Odoo, NetSuite, SAP Business One, Microsoft Dynamics, Xero) – nospecific platform required
AI: Everyday use of tools such as ChatGPT,Copilot, Claude or Gemini; any experimentation with AI APIs, Copilot Studio orsimple AI assistants
Tooling: Git or other version control
3. Skills Applied by Work Area
Web Application Development: Building and improving simple internal tools,forms and interfaces; fixing issues
ERP & Business Systems: Supporting day-to-day system use, basicconfiguration, data imports/clean-up and testing; helping evaluate and exploreother ERP platforms and how they fit the firm's needs
Integration & Automation: Connecting internal toolswith ERP and Microsoft 365; automating repetitive, manual tasks
AI & Emerging Technology: Trying out AI tools,writing prompts, checking AI outputs for accuracy, identifying practical usecases
Professional Services Processes: Learning the firm's coreworkflows – client onboarding, engagement/project management, time recording,resourcing, billing and collections, document management and reporting – andspotting where technology and AI can help
User Support & Documentation: Gathering requirements,supporting rollouts, writing simple user guides and collecting feedback
4. Soft Skills
• Curiosity about how a professional servicesfirm runs day to day
• Translating business needs into practical,simple technical solutions
• Clear communication and documentation fornon-technical colleagues
• Attention to detail when testing, handlingdata and reviewing AI outputs
5. Ideal Candidate Profile
A curious, technically grounded candidate withfoundational web, SQL and Excel skills, a basic understanding of how businessesand ERP systems work, and genuine enthusiasm for AI and automation. Open tolearning different ERP platforms and eager to understand professional servicesprocesses. The role offers a pathway into Application Development, BusinessSystems/ERP, Digital Transformation or AI Solutions.
Skills
Ai, Git, Basic HTML, Development of Erp, Role Modelling, Organisational Skills, Strength Training, Business Acumen, Tools Development, ChatGPT, web and business applications, Maintenance of ERP, Web-Based Application Development, Professional Services, Web Development, NetSuite