Technology & numbers
What does a
ai engineer do?
Builds computer programs that learn from data, such as voice assistants and photo recognisers.
A career guide for curious students · Grades 3–12
A day in the life
Collects and cleans data, trains and tests models, fixes mistakes, and checks that systems are fair and safe.
Skills to practise
Maths, coding, careful testing, asking if results are fair.
How to explore this path
A computing or maths degree, plus many projects.
Training, qualifications and professional rules vary by country. Check current local requirements with a teacher or careers counsellor.
School subjects & interests
AI Engineer connects with Maths, Computers. You may enjoy this work if you like with computers.
TRY A LITTLE OF THIS CAREER
A hands-on activity
Sort 20 pictures into groups and explain the rules you used. That is how learning programs begin.
Ask an adult to help. Follow the safety notes in the activity. Printable activities are currently in English.
For younger explorers: a simpler explanation
What do they do?
AI engineers teach computers to learn from examples.
What helps?
Liking maths, coding, and puzzles.
Learning about the path
You study computers or maths and build projects.
Questions to explore next
- Which part of this work sounds most interesting to me?
- What did I enjoy when I tried the activity?
- What could I ask someone who works in this field?