Data and Artificial Intelligence Winter Student

Why Meridian?

At Meridian our aspiration is to integrate our purpose into everything we do for people, the planet, and communities. We believe that our greatest opportunity is to create opportunity and meet people where they are.

Factor us into your next career opportunity. We want you to grow with us and have an experience that’s different. This is a place where you can expect the unexpected.

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The role: 4-Month Term (Co-Op/Internship) 3 vacancies

The Data and Artificial Intelligence Student has a dynamic role responsible for delivering data-driven insights to Meridian’s departments. This position involves a wide range of data tasks including data analysis, business intelligence, data science, and data engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage internal stakeholders to curate high quality, analytics-ready datasets
• Assist in building and evaluating predictive models and statistical analyses
• Assist in designing, testing, and refining generative AI agents for internal data workflows
• Participate in evaluating machine learning models and AI prototypes
• Assist in reviewing AI use cases for alignment with data governance and ethical AI principles
• Build dynamic reports for business intelligence
• Develop dashboards and visualizations to communicate findings
• Participate in team meetings, ideation sessions, and knowledge-sharing activities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Currently enrolled or recent graduate from a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities, along with research skills to achieve results.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to quickly prioritize and effectively handle critical issues as they arise or manage multiple competing priorities.
• A creative approach to problem-solving and the ability to think outside the box.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work well in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language for data analysis (e.g. R, Python).
• Familiarity with SQL and data querying techniques.
• Comfort learning and adopting new digital tools, with an openness to using AI‑enabled technology to enhance productivity, accuracy, and the Member experience

Experience:

• Demonstrated ability to analyze structured and unstructured data to uncover trends, patterns, and insights.
• Experience working with datasets including open data sources, competitions, or class assignments.

Who is this position for? This opportunity is ideal for curious, analytical, and motivated individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in turning data into insights. The individual will work with the Data, AI & Member Insights team to provide data solutions across the organization.

This posting is for a newly created position. Internal candidates are being considered.

Salary Range: $25.50/hour

Compensation for this role is based on a combination of skills, experience, and internal equity. Candidates with stronger alignment to the role’s requirements may be placed higher within the range. Your recruiter will share more information about our total rewards package during the hiring process.

Office Location: Toronto Corporate Office or St. Catharines Corporate Office. This is a hybrid work opportunity, and successful candidates must be able to work in office one day a week.

Meridian has a remote work policy that allows flexibility for employees to work remotely but also requires a minimum of one day per week in the office for purposeful meetings to collaborate, innovate, and build effective relationships with your team, your colleagues, and your leader, which is important to us.

What’s in it for you?

• We have an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages teamwork, creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success.
• We provide you with the tools and technology needed to delight your candidates and clients.
• You will get to work with and learn from diverse industry leaders and colleagues, who have hailed from top organizations.
• Hybrid work arrangements with in-person office time to collaborate, innovate, and build relationships with your colleagues.
• This is not your typical “corporate” job. We work hard and we have fun!

Build the Future of Banking with Us

At Meridian, we’re not just adapting to the future—we’re shaping it. We see talent as a catalyst for sustainable growth, community impact, and future-readiness. As the financial landscape evolves, we’re looking for team members who bring:

• Embedding & leveraging technology – Confidence and willingness to learn and integrate AI and emerging technologies into new ways of working. Experience with low/no code tools like the Microsoft Power Platform and generative AI productivity tools like Microsoft Copilot is considered an asset
• Critical Thinking – The ability to analyze, evaluate and interpret information from various sources and apply logic and problem solving to make decisions.
• Data Driven– Leverage data and insights to identify, prioritize and improve member experience and business efficiency.
• Curiosity & Flexibility – Comfortable navigating and embracing change and uncertainty, ask more questions, explore more options. Continuously learn and grow.

Experience the Difference!

Meridian committed to promoting an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to employing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities and Members in which we live and serve.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.

Please note that due to the volume of applications, only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview.

Thank you for your interest in Meridian Credit Union.

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