Data Scientist Co-Op

The Opportunity : At Equitable we believegreat thingshappen when we work Canadian mutual company driven by purpose-putting people first and helping Canadians protect today and prepare for tomorrow. Ifyourepassionate about making a difference and growing your career in an inclusiveandcollaborative environmentwedlove to hear from culture is built on carepassionand curiosity. We put peopleabove all else strive to be our best and welcomenew ideasto deliver positive is looking for a co-op student ready to roll up their sleeves to help support the reporting and analytics needs for our data science team. You will be exposed to enterprise solutions that include data engineering modeling and role is ideal for ahighly organizedperson who enjoys analyzing complex problems thinking about the big picture and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to bring ideas to life. If you are curious about how technology decisions align with business goals and want to learn how projects move from concept to completion this position is for one of the regions top employers and be part of something that truly makes a Arrangements : This is a hybrid role. You will work in our office in Waterloo ON a minimum of two (2) assigned consecutive days every other week plus a fifth (5th) assigned day per month. You are welcome to work from the office more than theminimumrequirement and there may be some roles that arerequiredto work in our office more than Application Instructions : This role is openonly to students currently enrolled in a formal co-op programthrough their post-secondary confirm your eligibility please uploadproof of co-op enrollment(e.g. a letter from your school or a screenshot from your student portal Work Term Record / Transcript etc.).You will have theoptionto upload this document during theCandidate Informationsection at the bottom of the application form. Applications without proof of co-op eligibility may not be : Support the underlying data models and make necessary data correctionsReview test and validate data science solutionsCreate and maintain technical documentationWhatyoullbring : Practical knowledge of SQL (preferably T-SQL e.g. Microsoft SQL Server) and PythonUnderstanding of statistics and machine learning theoryExperience with version control and DevOps toolsExperience with a BI / dashboard tool (e.g. Power BI)Ability to work both independently and as part of a teamSelf-motivated detail-oriented proactive and strong communication skillsExperience in or knowledge of the insurance or financial industry would be a major assetWhatsin it for you : Career Growth : Regular learning sessions and development opportunities plus our Co-op Student Buddy Program EQ CrewTotal Rewards : Allowance provided in place of vacation pay and benefitsFlexibility : Healthy work-life balance with employee wellness alwaystopof mind complementedby a dress for your day approachAs part of the recruitment processplease upload a copy of your Equitablewerecommitted to fair pay and an inclusive accessible hiring experience. If you need accommodations or alternative formats at any stage just reach out to us to paywill follow your schools recommended co-op earnings guidelines ensuring fair and consistent compensation for your to move forward our Talent Acquisition team will walk you through all the details of our total rewardsprogramso you know To : Director Data ScienceDepartment : Individual InsuranceWork Term : May 2026 - August 2026

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Laboratory Experience,Immunoassays,Machine Learning,Biochemistry,Assays,Research Experience,Spectroscopy,Research & Development,cGMP,Cell Culture,Molecular Biology,Data Analysis Skills

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1