About the role#
The AI & Strategic Analytics Intern will join the Strategic Insights team at McKesson Specialty Health. This role focuses on the intersection of data, technology, and business strategy to improve decision-making and operational effectiveness. You will contribute to AI experimentation, analytical research, and the development of dashboards and strategic projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
What you'll do#
- Research emerging AI technologies, industry trends, and innovative analytics practices.
- Identify opportunities to use Generative AI, machine learning, and automation to improve business processes.
- Develop proof-of-concept solutions and prototypes to demonstrate AI-enabled use cases.
- Analyze data from multiple sources to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities.
- Support the development of dashboards, scorecards, and visualizations.
- Assist in generating actionable business insights for leadership and stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities to streamline manual reporting and analytical processes.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Statistics, Business Analytics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
- Knowledge of Generative AI technologies and large language models (LLMs).
- Experience with Python.
- Familiarity with SQL.
- Exposure to Power BI, Tableau, or similar visualization tools.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate findings clearly.
Location & details#
- Term: Fall 2026 (September 8th through December 31st).
- Location: Mississauga, ON, Canada (2300 Meadowvale Blvd).
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment Type: Full-time, paid internship.
About McKesson
McKesson is a healthcare company based in Irving, Texas. It operates in pharmaceutical distribution, healthcare IT, and medical supply chain management. The organization serves biopharma companies, pharmacies, and care providers. It employs over 25,000 people and functions as a public company.
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