Fall 2026 Internship - Data Analytics & Modelling

Job Requisition ID: 12143
Position Status: Temporary Full Time
Position Type: Hybrid
Office Location: Montreal (QC); Ottawa (ON); Toronto (ON)
Travel Requirement: Travel not required
Language Designation: English Essential [Bilingual (English/French) is an asset]
Security Requirement: Reliability Status

About CMHC

The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to contribute to a well-functioning housing system.

At CMHC, we hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done. Our leadership style is guided by trust, where our leaders favour an adaptive approach based on the needs of their teams.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What’s in it for you

We have the purpose and the perks you need to enjoy a fulfilling internship experience. Here's what you get:

• Accrued vacation.
• Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more.
• An inclusive culture and work environment, along with employee resource groups such as our young professionals network, will allow you to meet, connect, and build a community with other students.

About the role

We are hiring full-time Fall interns beginning in September through December 2026. Our internship program is designed to help you grow, with access to training resources, interesting projects, and networking sessions that support your development and help you discover your full potential.

Here are some of the teams that are hiring:

• Modelling
• Deputy Chief Risk Officer
• Risk Management, Strategy & Products - Multi-Unit Underwriting
• Enterprise Data & Analytics Office
• Data Acquisition - Surveys

Here’s an example of how you’ll make an impact:

• Modelling:
  • Compile, sort and organize data in preparation for subsequent analysis. Test and validate hypotheses through the application of a range of advanced mathematical, statistical, scientific and / or computational techniques.
  • Identify and resolve data quality issues by conducting both routine and ad-hoc data cleaning and testing.
  • Apply quantitative analysis concepts within the context of job assignments. Use mathematics, statistical tools and computer-aided techniques for the purpose of forecasting, analysis and display of data.
  • Support the team on all matters related to modelling and analytics, risk management and model validation using advanced data analysis tools and techniques.
  • Contribute to model documentation, good model governance and tools for model validation. Assist the division in identifying gaps in model governance and drafting model validation reports.
• Survey Data Acquisition and Migration:
  • Compile, sort and organize data in preparation for integration and subsequent analysis.
  • Supports data integrity, consistency, and accessibility by overseeing extraction processes, mapping data fields, and performing quality checks throughout migration.
  • Coordinating with stakeholders to identify data sources, cleaning and transforming datasets, documenting workflows, and ensuring compliance with data governance and privacy standards.
  • Enabling accurate reporting, analytics, and informed decision-making based on survey data.

What you need to succeed:

• Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a University degree in a related discipline such as Computer science, Data analytics, Finance, mathematics, economics, and statistics.
• Previous experience and knowledge of data analytics.
• Experience can be acquired through the studies, work experience or volunteer activities.
• Ability to program in Python
• Strong oral and written communication, excellent organizational and planning skills and the ability to work independently as well as within a team setting.

Nice to have:

• Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset, but not required.
• Experience with SQL, SAS and R is considered an asset.
• Experience with Sharepoint and Power BI Dashboards (Oversight) is considered an asset

We will review candidates as they apply, so don’t wait to submit your application!

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion

What happens after you apply

We know that applying for a new job can be both exciting and daunting, and we appreciate your effort. Learn more about our hiring process. If you are selected for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

If you applied before and you were not successful don’t worry – we're always posting new positions, so don’t hesitate to give it another shot. We’re excited to see what you bring to the table this time around!