Internship : Generative AI & Legal Tech

You will join the Tax & Legal department and work with the mentor to turn practical Legal and Tax needs into secure, usable AI-powered solutions. The internship is implementation-oriented and combines business analysis, prototyping, testing, documentation and user feedback.

More specifically, you will :

• Design, build and test Microsoft Copilot agents for Legal and Tax use cases, translating business needs into practical AI solutions and prototypes.
• Develop AI-powered workflows and automation, combining generative AI, business rules, human review and tools such as Microsoft 365, Power Platform and n8n.
• Help build an AI-assisted legal mailbox, including email classification, draft responses, routing and escalation to Legal colleagues where needed.
• Develop and test AI integrations and knowledge solutions, including RAG, MCP servers and APIs, using approved internal content and systems while considering access rights, security and data handling.
• Test, document and demonstrate AI solutions, identify improvements and explore new high-value AI use cases for Legal and Tax.

Who are we looking for?

• You are a curious and hands-on student who enjoys combining technology, process improvement and experimentation.
• You are a final-year Bachelor’s or Master’s student with a background in Law, Business Engineering, IT or a related field. We are particularly interested in hybrid profiles who combine an interest in Legal & Tax with a passion for technology, AI, coding and automation.
• You are currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's programme at a recognised university or university college.
• You are tech-savvy and eager to experiment with AI, coding and automation. Any hands-on experience with GenAI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude or Copilot, or with technologies such as Python, APIs, Copilot Studio, Power Platform or n8n, is a plus.
• You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate a business need into a practical prototype.
• You are interested in generative AI, AI agents, RAG, knowledge management and workflow automation.
• You are willing to test iteratively, learn from feedback and document work clearly.
• You are able to work independently while actively collaborating with business users and technical stakeholders.
• You are comfortable working in English. Knowledge of Dutch and/or French is a plus, but not required.
• A background in or affinity with Legal or Tax is a plus, but not required.

Practical info’s

• Period of the internship : One academic semester, with exact start and end dates agreed with the student and educational institution.
• Duration of the internship : One semester, preferably at least 4 months on a full-time basis.
• Location of the internship: Puratos HQ in Groot-Bijgaarden (Belgium).
• To be eligible for this role, candidates must hold a valid work and residence authorization allowing employment in Belgium.Puratosis not sponsoring work permits or visa applications for this position.

Who are we?

Puratos is a growing, international, Belgian family business with a team of more than 11 000 employees worldwide. Since 1919, we have been developing, producing and distributing innovative ingredients for the bakery, patisserie and chocolate sectors and helping our customers to be successful. We are committed to the health and well-being of people and protecting the planet.

Are you looking for the right recipe for your career? Choose Puratos, a Top Employer in Belgium.

We at Puratos cultivate an inclusive global workplace, that fully embraces diversity and equal opportunities for all. We strive to reflect the richness of our customers, communities and society, accelerating our ability to innovate and deliver on our commitments.

At Puratos Belgium, we offer a wide range of career opportunities across our HQ, and 5 production sites. Our dedication to safety, health and wellbeing, along with respectful collaboration, empowers our employees to innovate and grow together. Our headquarters is in Groot-Bijgaarden, and we have five production sites located in Groot-Bijgaarden, Erembodegem, Lummen, Andenne, and St-Vith. Driven by an entrepreneurial mindset, we pave the way for career growth and meaningful contributions within our company, the industry, and the communities we serve.
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