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Velocity - Data Scientist Internship/Co-Op - Winter 2025 1

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Scotiabank

4d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Data
    Software Engineering
  • Toronto
  • 20d left

AI generated summary

  • You must be enrolled in post-secondary education, have data manipulation skills, knowledge of Big Data/cloud, machine learning, Python, SQL, visual tools, and familiarity with Git and Kubernetes.
  • You will collaborate with teams to identify data-driven opportunities, build models, analyze data, conduct testing, document processes, present findings, and experiment with advanced machine learning methods.

Requirements

  • You are currently enrolled in post-secondary education.
  • You love to learn and envision yourself working for an international organization that heavily invests in your future.
  • You enjoy being involved in extracurricular activities such as conferences, clubs, and hackathons.
  • You have knowledge/experience in:
  • Cleaning, transforming, and visualizing large data sets working with various data formats (e.g., unstructured logs, XML, JSON, flat files)
  • Big Data/Cloud ecosystem (e.g., GCP)
  • Experimental design, statistical analysis, machine learning
  • Python programming
  • Common machine learning libraries in Python, PySpark (scikit-learn, xgboost)
  • UNIX tools and shell scripting
  • SQL skills for querying relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, DB2, MySQL)
  • Visualization tools like PowerBI
  • Kubernetes
  • Git Workflows (Pull Request, Code Review, Branching)

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with business lines and other stakeholders and identify opportunities to drive business value by leveraging data science solutions
  • Leverage distributed computing tools for analysis, data mining, and modeling
  • Collaborate with data engineering, software developer, and other analytics teams to build analytical dataset and model
  • Create and apply model and algorithm testing strategies to measure, conduct testing to measure the effectiveness of models, and make ongoing changes
  • Prepare detailed documentation to outline data sources, models, and algorithms used and developed
  • Present results to business line stakeholders and help implement real data-driven changes
  • Work on challenging and research-based initiatives using advanced machine learning methods focusing on data-driven outcomes
  • Experiment & learn!

FAQs

What is the term of the Data Scientist Internship/Co-Op?

The term of the Data Scientist Internship/Co-Op is from January 2025 to May 2025.

What is the application deadline for this internship?

The application deadline for this internship is September 27th, 2024.

Do I need to submit a resume when applying for this position?

No, you do not need to submit a resume. Instead, you will upload a screenshot of your PLUM Profile.

What steps do I need to complete to apply for this internship?

You need to complete the following steps: 1) Complete your PLUM Profile and save a screenshot. 2) Complete a short one-way video interview. 3) Complete a coding test through Codility. 4) Apply to the role on the website and upload the screenshot of your PLUM Profile.

What is the focus of the Velocity Program?

The Velocity Program focuses on providing a customized experience that includes development and tools to grow your career, allowing you to learn, grow, and experiment within different areas of Scotiabank and Tangerine.

What kind of work will I be doing as a Data Scientist intern?

You will collaborate with business lines, leverage data science solutions, work with distributed computing tools, create and apply model testing strategies, prepare documentation, present results to stakeholders, and work on research-based initiatives using advanced machine learning methods.

What skills and experience are required for this position?

Candidates should have experience in cleaning and transforming large datasets, knowledge of Big Data/Cloud ecosystems, statistical analysis, machine learning, Python programming, and SQL skills, among others.

What can I expect in terms of training and support during the internship?

You will receive in-depth training to prepare you for the role, along with ongoing coaching and feedback to help you succeed.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Are there opportunities for networking and events during the internship?

Yes, you can participate in exclusive student events such as Scotia Student Day, Lunch & Learns, and leadership panels, as well as receive exposure to senior leadership through a bank-wide orientation.

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