Summer Intern/Co-op 2026 – Data Engineer Intern

As an intern data engineer in the Group Functions Data Office, you will support BAU initiatives, process enhancements, and new operational procedures. You'll learn our data platform, infrastructure, and ETL best practices while developing skills in Azure, Databricks, and modern data engineering workflows. You'll work closely with experienced data engineers and gain hands‑on experience in data ingestion, curation, and reporting.

Position Responsibilities:

• Support and enhance ETL pipelines and data workflows.

• Participate in data ingestion, transformation, and reporting efforts.

• Learn core platform and engineering practices through collaboration with senior team members.

• Contribute to CI/CD, DevOps, and operational activities.

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

• Basic knowledge of SQL, Python, and libraries such as Pandas, SQLAlchemy, and PySpark.

• Understanding of Azure cloud services; Databricks experience is an asset.

• Data‑driven mindset and interest in data engineering best practices.

• Strong communication skills and willingness to ask questions and seek clarity.

• Resourcefulness and ability to work through challenges.

• Awareness of CI/CD, DevOps concepts, and operational workflows.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong, clear, and efficient communication skills.

When you join our team:

• We'll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

• We'll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.

• As part of our global team, we'll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

Application instructions:   

• Submit your resume, cover letter, academic transcript, and work term evaluation (if any) in one PDF file.  

• Note: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. 

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