About the role#
The Data and Artificial Intelligence Student role is a 4-month full-time internship for the Winter 2027 term. You will join the Enterprise Analytics team to deliver data-driven insights across the organization. This position covers a broad range of tasks including data analysis, business intelligence, data science, and data engineering.
What you'll do#
- Engage internal stakeholders to curate high-quality, analytics-ready datasets.
- Assist in building and evaluating predictive models and statistical analyses.
- Design, test, and refine generative AI agents for internal data workflows.
- Participate in evaluating machine learning models and AI prototypes.
- Review AI use cases to ensure alignment with data governance and ethical principles.
- Build dynamic reports for business intelligence and develop dashboards to communicate findings.
- Collaborate in team meetings, ideation sessions, and knowledge-sharing activities.
- Provide data solutions to various departments across the organization.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in or recent graduation from a Bachelor or Master program in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
- Proficiency in at least one programming language for data analysis, such as R or Python.
- Familiarity with SQL and data querying techniques.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze structured and unstructured data to uncover trends and patterns.
- Experience working with datasets from sources like open data, competitions, or class assignments.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills alongside analytical and research abilities.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage competing priorities.
- Comfort learning new digital tools and an openness to using AI-enabled technology.
- Experience with Microsoft Power Platform or Microsoft Copilot is considered an asset.
Location & details#
- This is a paid, full-time position.
- The role is hybrid, with office locations in Toronto, Etobicoke, or St. Catharines. Successful candidates are required to work in-office one day per week.
About Meridian Credit Union
Meridian Credit Union is a financial services organization based in Toronto, Ontario. Founded in 2005, it operates as a credit union with specialties in banking and commercial banking. The company employs 2,275 people and maintains a staff size between 1,001 and 5,000. It is recognized as a certified living wage employer in Ontario.
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