Data Science – 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 provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.
Ready to make your mark?
About The Role
As a Data Science Co-op/Intern, you will take on stimulating projects that offer opportunities to learn and grow as part of a multidisciplinary team with a mandate to develop and roll out innovative products. CLICK HERE to watch a video on how the #intactlab #datascience team is helping to transform the way millions of Canadians protect the things they love.to watch a video on how the #intactlab #datascience team is helping to transform the way millions of Canadians protect the things they love.
You may be a good fit for this role if you:

• Are well organized, with good time management skills
• Are an effective communicator
• Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Are comfortable working as part of a team
• Are able to work independently
• Are creative

What You’ll Do Here

• Transform complex data sets into meaningful insights, conclusions and recommendations
• Get experience working with different types of data including telematics, text data and image data
• Participate in developing completely new and innovative solutions, using machine learning, AI and statistical approaches
• Be on the lookout for new approaches and opportunities to integrate them into the solutions you design

Here are a few reasons why others have joined our team:

• Put your creative mind to work while you help the team solve problems and contribute to challenging, meaningful projects
• Be a part social events with the team, where you will meet new people and celebrate successes
• Explore new ideas and learn best practices in a fun, inclusive environment
• Experience first-hand what it’s like to work as a Data Scientist and learn more about how advances in technology are shaping the way the insurance business works

What You Bring To The Table

• Knowledge of computer vision or natural language processing (NLP) (an asset)
• Understanding of data science approaches in financial services (an asset)
• Available to work with us full-time (35 hours per week) for 4 months (September - December 2023);
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's or PhD, in artificial intelligence, data science, computer science, mathematics, statistics or a related field
• Knowledge of Big Data tools: Spark, Hadoop (an asset)
• Practical experience with Python
• Practical experience in data science, machine Learning or deep learning

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)!
We’re accepting applications now through May 26, 2023. All submissions will be reviewed during this time, as well as after the posting closes.
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:

• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues
• Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities
• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow
• 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.
• A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs

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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