About the role#
As an AI Co-op, you will gain hands-on experience applying data science and machine learning techniques to real-world business problems. You will work with modern tools and datasets to explore data, build predictive models, and generate insights. This 4-month program runs from January 5th to April 22nd, 2027, and provides exposure to the end-to-end lifecycle of AI solutions within an enterprise environment.
What you'll do#
- Explore, prepare, and validate data to ensure quality and consistency for modeling.
- Build and evaluate machine learning models, including experiment design and documentation.
- Prototype generative AI solutions with a focus on safety and effectiveness.
- Develop reproducible code and workflows for data processing using Python and SQL.
- Communicate insights through visualizations, reports, and presentations for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Support feature engineering and model performance optimization.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with at least one programming language such as Python, R, or Java.
- Familiarity with machine learning concepts and tools like scikit-learn or PyTorch.
- Experience working with SQL or other data querying languages.
- Understanding of version control systems like Git and collaborative coding practices.
Location & details#
- Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 5th - April 22nd, 2027).
- Modality: Hybrid. You are expected to be in the office Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.
- Compensation: This is a paid position with an expected salary range of $54,600 to $72,150 CAD annually, pro-rated based on the length of the work term.
About Manulife
Manulife is an international financial services group based in Toronto. The company operates as Manulife in Canada, Asia, and Europe and as John Hancock in the United States. It manages over 1.3 trillion dollars in assets for approximately 34 million customers. The organization employs more than 34,000 people and works with over 116,000 agents.
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