About the role#
This 12-month co-op position supports the Development Operations Enterprise Optimization team. You will focus on digital transformation, AI-enabled workflows, data analytics, and operational excellence. This role blends technical solution development with business process improvement to help the organization make data-driven decisions.
What you'll do#
- Design, test, and maintain AI-powered tools to improve efficiency and user experience.
- Apply Generative AI, Microsoft Copilot, and the Power Platform to automate business processes.
- Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and analytics reports.
- Partner with stakeholders to identify opportunities for automation and AI adoption.
- Build prototypes, proof-of-concepts, and minimum viable products.
- Perform data analysis, quality assessments, and governance tasks.
- Create business process maps, user guides, and training materials.
- Research emerging AI technologies and recommend potential business applications.
- Support change management and communication efforts for new tools.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a degree program (Computer Science preferred), graduating near or after the contract end date.
- Experience with data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.
- Proficiency in building AI tools, including Generative AI applications and prompt engineering.
- Knowledge of data management fundamentals and FAIR data principles.
- Experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Copilot Studio) and Microsoft 365.
- Programming skills in languages such as Python, JavaScript, C#, or SQL.
- Experience with cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure.
- Familiarity with AI-assisted software development tools like GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or similar.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and work in a collaborative environment.
- Familiarity with the pharmaceutical industry or clinical trial operations is an asset.
Location & details#
- Role: Co-Op, Development Operations AI & Automation Enablement Intern
- Term: Winter 2027 (12-month contract)
- Location: Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
- Modality: Hybrid (onsite 2-3 times per week)
- Status: Full-time, paid
About AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca is a public pharmaceutical manufacturing company. It focuses on research, development, and global business operations. The company maintains offices in Cambridge and Sodertalje. It employs over 80,000 people.
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