Call for AI Trainers & Experts - AI4I Academy

The AI4I Academy is seeking highly skilled AI trainers, AI experts, and industry speakers to join its network of collaborators and contribute to the design and delivery of high-impact Artificial Intelligence learning programs.

We are looking for professionals with strong expertise in Artificial Intelligence, adult learning, instructional design, and training delivery who are interested in collaborating with AI4I Academy through future co-design and training opportunities.

This call aims to build a qualified network of external experts that AI4I Academy can engage for training initiatives, workshops, executive programs, technical labs, and industry-focused learning experiences.

The Opportunity

As part of its mission to accelerate AI adoption and support organizations in their digital transformation journey, AI4I Academy is developing a network of trusted trainers and experts capable of delivering learning experiences for different audiences, from employees and professionals to technical specialists and executive leaders.

Selected experts will be mapped according to their expertise, experience, availability, geographical mobility, and collaboration preferences, with the possibility of being involved in future training projects through collaboration agreements.

Areas of Expertise

AI4I Academy Aims To Build a Network Of Experts Capable Of Supporting The Development And Delivery Of Learning Experiences Across The Following Streams

• AI Adoption Foundations – Core AI literacy programs for all employees
• Sector-Oriented AI – Market and industry-specific vertical programs
• Strategic AI for Leaders – Executive and Top Management programs
• Expert Labs (Technical) – Technical deep dives for specialists
• Function-Oriented AI – Programs tailored to specific functions (Finance, HR, Marketing, Legal, Supply Chain, and more)

Your Profile

Training & Learning Expertise

• Experience in adult learning and professional education
• Instructional design capabilities
• Experience designing learning journeys and training materials
• Proven experience delivering workshops, courses, executive sessions, or professional training programs

Artificial Intelligence Expertise

• Strong knowledge of Artificial Intelligence technologies, applications, and practical use cases
• Ability to translate complex AI concepts into accessible learning experiences
• Experience applying AI in professional, industrial, or organizational contexts
• Ability to address both strategic and technical audiences
• Knowledge of AI governance, regulatory frameworks, and the EU AI Act, including implications for organizations, risk management, and workforce upskilling
• Experience with Generative AI systems, large language models (LLMs), prompt engineering, and AI-assisted workflows
• Experience designing, developing, integrating, or explaining AI agents and agentic AI systems to support business and organizational processes
• Basic to advanced coding and technical implementation skills, such as Python, APIs, AI development frameworks, automation tools, or low-code/no-code environments, appropriate to the target audience and learning objectives

AI4I Academy welcomes applications from professionals with complementary profiles, including learning experts, AI practitioners, industry specialists, AI governance experts, technical developers, and agentic AI architects. Not all applicants are expected to possess expertise across all domains.

Additional Assets

• Experience as a speaker at conferences, events, or corporate programs
• Experience collaborating with companies, universities, research institutions, or innovation ecosystems
• Ability and willingness to travel across Italy for training activities
• Strong communication skills in Italian and/or English

What We Offer

Collaboration with a Leading AI Innovation Ecosystem

You will join AI4I Academy’s network of experts contributing to the development of AI capabilities across organizations, industries, and professionals.

Opportunities To Co-Design Learning Experiences

• Training program design
• Content development
• Workshops and seminars
• Executive education initiatives
• Technical deep dives
• Industry-focused learning programs

Access to a Growing AI Community

You will become part of a network connecting researchers, professionals, companies, and organizations working on Artificial Intelligence adoption and innovation.

Flexible Collaboration Model

Through This Call, AI4I Academy Aims To Map

• Areas of expertise
• Previous training experience
• Preferred topics
• Availability
• Professional fees
• Geographic mobility

Based on future needs, experts may be contacted for specific training assignments and collaboration opportunities.

The collaboration will be entrusted in accordance with the D.Lgs.36/2023

Compensation

Compensation will be defined based on expertise, teaching experience, seniority, and the scope of the engagement.

Additional compensation may be considered for activities such as course design, content development, assessment activities, and other contributions to AI4I Academy initiatives.

About AI4I Academy And AI4I

AI4I Academy is part of the Italian Institute for Artificial Intelligence (AI4I), an application-oriented research institute founded to perform transformative research in Artificial Intelligence, driving innovation and industrial progress.

Through its education and training initiatives, AI4I Academy supports professionals, organizations, and institutions in understanding, adopting, and leveraging Artificial Intelligence by connecting scientific expertise with real-world applications and industry needs.

The Italian Institute for Artificial Intelligence (AI4I) was founded as a research institute to perform transformative, application-oriented research in Artificial Intelligence, driving innovation and industrial progress. The Institute is designed to engage and empower gifted, entrepreneurial, and ambitious researchers who are committed to generating real-world impact at the intersection of science, technology, and industrial transformation.

Competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, access to dedicated high-performance computing resources, state-of-the-art laboratories, and strong industrial collaborations are among the distinctive features that define AI4I. The Institute fosters a dynamic international environment and an ecosystem that supports the creation and growth of innovative startups.

AI4I’s mission is to advance scientific research, technology transfer, and, more broadly, Italy’s innovation capacity, promoting positive impact across industry, services, and public administration. To achieve this, the Institute contributes to building a research and innovation infrastructure that leverages AI methods, with a special focus on manufacturing processes and the broader Industry 4.0 value chain.

AI4I also maintains strategic relationships with leading organizations in Italy and abroad, including Competence Centers and European Digital Innovation Hubs (EDIHs), positioning itself as an attractive destination for researchers, companies, professionals, and startups seeking collaboration and impact.