Data Scientist Intern (Fall - 4 months)

Key Skills

Python Programming, SQL, Azure, AWS, Cloud computing, Pandas, SciPy, TensorFlow, Scikit-learn, SPARK Programming, IBM Cognos, Statistical modeling

Job Description

Your Role and Responsibilities

This position is for the IBM AI & Analytics team in Toronto/Calgary and is a 4 month work term commencing in September 2022. It is mandatory that all applicants are enrolled in full-time studies at a post-secondary institution and returning to full-time studies upon completion of the work-term.

Our team is looking for candidates with exceptional technical aptitude, a passion for applied data science, and an interest in telling stories through data to solve real world business problems.

The successful candidate will join a fast-paced consulting team, composed of Partners, Product Managers, Data Scientists, Architects and Software Engineers to conceptualize, develop and deploy machine learning solutions to solve enterprise-scale problems. As a team, we pride ourselves on tackling some of the most difficult challenges our clients face by bringing together subject matter expertise, data science, and technical execution.

As an intern Data Scientist, you’ll have the unique opportunity to learn and use industry-leading data science technologies on a cloud platform (e.g. IBM Cloud, Azure) by working on innovative projects that generate value for external client engagements or internal initiatives.

Introduction

At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Currently pursuing a quantitative degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Demonstrated familiarity or interest in machine learning, statistical analysis, or data mining through previous internships, personal/ academic projects, hackathons, and/or publications.
• Experience with one or more scripting languages (Python preferred), or a proven computer science foundation
• Ability to confidently communicate ideas to an audience of peers and managers.
• Comfortable and effective working independently and as a member of a cross-functional team.
• Registered in a formal co-op/internship program
• Must be eligible to work 4 months starting in September 2022

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

• Minimum one work term in a data science or machine learning related role.
• Experience using machine-learning/data science libraries in python (scikit-learn, SciPy, pandas, TensorFlow).
• General familiarity with databases and data-engineering tools (SQL, Spark, S3).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g. IBM Cloud, Azure, AWS)

Required Education: High School Diploma/GED

Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree

Eligibility Requirements: Must have the ability to work in Canada without sponsorship.

About Business Unit

IBM Consulting is IBM’s consulting and global professional services business, with market leading capabilities in business and technology transformation. With deep expertise in many industries, we offer strategy, experience, technology, and operations services to many of the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. Our people are focused on accelerating our clients’ businesses through the power of collaboration. We believe in the power of technology responsibly used to help people, partners and the planet.

Your Life @ IBM

Are you craving to learn more? Prepared to solve some of the world's most unique challenges? And ready to shape the future for millions of people? If so, then it's time to join us, express your individuality, unleash your curiosity and discover new possibilities.

Every IBMer, and potential ones like yourself, has a voice, carves their own path, and uses their expertise to help co-create and add to our story. Together, we have the power to make meaningful change – to alter the fabric of our clients, of society and IBM itself, to create a truly positive impact and make the world work better for everyone.

It's time to define your career.

About IBM

IBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.

Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we’re also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 50 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business.

At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it’s time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.

Location Statement

This role will involve working with technology that is covered by Export Regulations sanctions. If you are a Foreign National from any of the following US sanctioned countries (Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, and the Crimea, Luhansk and Donetsk regions of Ukraine) on a work permit, you are not eligible for employment in this position.

IBM Vaccination Policy

This role requires you to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to your start date. Full vaccination refers to receiving dosage of COVID-19 vaccines that provide full protection in accordance with Canada Public Health and WHO guidance (full series of a 2 dose vaccine plus 14 days or a one dose vaccine plus 14 days from the last dose). Proof of vaccination status will be required. Booster vaccination requirements may be required. If you are unable to be vaccinated due to medical or religious reasons, we offer accommodations in accordance with applicable law.

Being You @ IBM

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Country/Region: Canada

State / Province: ONTARIO

City / Township / Village: Toronto

IBM Business Group: Consulting

Primary job category: Other

Secondary Job Category: Unassigned

Role ( Job Role ): Student/Intern

Employment Type: Full-Time

Contract type: Internship

New Collar Role: Yes

Early Professional Track: Developer

Position Type: Intern

Travel Required: No Travel

Company: (0026) IBM Canada Limited - IBM Canada Limitee

Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position? : No