Ai Backend Developer – 4 Month Co-Op/Internship (Fall 2023)

Who needs insurance? Everybody. That keeps us busy. Very busy. At the Intact Lab, we use machine learning, data science, software engineering, AI, agility, UX and design thinking to transform the customer experience for millions of Canadians.
Join our team and get ready to explore, take risks, make mistakes, and learn all day, every day. We’ll support your goals with tools, opportunities, and flexibility. It’s our employee promise.
Our hybrid work model preserves the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interaction. The needs for every role are different but on average, you will be together with your colleagues at least once per week, with our leadership team in office three to four days weekly to be present for their teams.
Ready to make your mark?
About The Role
It’s more than a great career. It’s a bright future.
If you’re a student who wants to fast-track your career AND get valuable and in-depth industry experience while you do it, this is an opportunity for you!
Our Artificial Intelligence team has many opportunities available for aspiring AI Backend Developer.  As an Intern or Co-op student joining our innovation lab, you’ll be surrounded by a diverse team of experts who are transforming the insurance experience for millions of Canadians. Think machine learning, data science, AI, agility, UX, rapid prototyping, and design thinking – it’s all in a day’s work at Intact Lab.
Each year, we welcome more than 300 interns from coast to coast. A term with our lab means you’ll get the experience, coaching, training, development, support, and flexibility you need to be your best self and do your best work. While you’re learning and honing skills in fields like Software Engineering, Data Science, Actuarial and marketing, you’ll meet amazing people along the way, help solve real business problems, and make a difference, together.
If you want to help shape the future of insurance, win alongside a great team, and grow your career with one of North America’s best employers, apply today to get the conversation started.
About The Job
We are looking for future talent who would like to grow with us. If you think the AI Backend Developer position is for you and you're interested in becoming part of the Intact family, then please read the following and send us your application today!
What You’ll Do Here

• Help transforming complex data sets into meaningful conclusions and recommendation
• Stay current on new approaches or opportunities, and bring them to the solutions you design
• Design, test and develop back-end solutions for our artificial intelligence teams
• Keep up to date on new technologies and introduce new and practical approaches
• Prepare technical documentation to deploy and support completed systems
• Provide advice and support other teams in production and skills transfer
• Develop and perform unit tests to validate code
• Provide estimates and status reports as needed
• Work with a Agile team to develop major systems, using the latest Internet and application technologies
• Find technical solutions by brainstorming with other team members and building prototypes, if necessary

Here are some reasons why other people have joined our team:

• Have the opportunity to be part of social activities with the team to meet people and celebrate successes;
• Use your creativity to help the team solve problems and contribute to important and challenging projects; 
• To have a competitive salary depending on the number of credits acquired at the time of the internship.
• Discover what the work of an AI developer looks like and how technological advances are changing the way insurance is done;  
• Explore new ideas and learn best practices in a fun and inclusive environment; 

What You Bring To The Table

• You have 1 or more terms of relevant internship experience
• Understand the basics of an agile way of work
• You are currently pursuing a University Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or a related field
• Experience in Python and Java programming
• A good understanding of the entire software development lifecycle
• Knowledge and interest in Artificial Intelligence
• Knowledge of development design patterns
• Bilingualism is an asset (French and English)
• Object-oriented programming skills
• An interest in Java/Kotlin, Docker/Kubernetes, Hazelcast/Redis, Spring Boot/Spring Cloud and MongoDB/Oracle technologies
• Available to work with us full-time (35 hours per week) for Fall 2023 (September – December) and will be returning to full time studies in Winter 2024

Your career starts here. Apply today!
We can’t wait to learn more about you. When you complete your application, remember to include your cover letter, resume, University transcript and links to personal projects you developed. We hire co-ops every semester (Winter, Summer and Fall)!
What We Offer
Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a temporary member of our team:

• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs
• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow
• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues
• A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.
• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer
At Intact, we value diversity and strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and heard.
If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.
Click here to review other important information about the hiring process, including background checks, internal candidates, and eligibility to work in Canada.
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