AltaGas - 2027 Digital (NextGen AI & Data) Intern

Oil Authority; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 57,308,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from experienced data, AI,

Professional development sessions

Job summary

AltaGas is seeking a 2027 Digital (NextGen AI & Data) Intern to join the Data & AI team. You'll gain hands-on experience across enterprise Data, Analytics, AI, Governance, and Digital Transformation initiatives while contributing to modern data platforms and AI-powered projects.

Two focus areas exist—AI & Data Engineering or AI & Data Analytics—with cross-team collaboration to drive business value. Start date January 2027; term options include 4, 8, or 12 months.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an interest in data, AI, technology, and innovation.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to learn quickly, adapt to new technologies, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Curiosity, initiative, and a passion for continuous learning.
• Experience with data analysis, programming, reporting tools, AI technologies, Microsoft 365, Power BI, Python, SQL, Microsoft Fabric, Azure, Git, APIs, or related technologies is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and maintenance of modern data platforms, data pipelines, and workflows that enable enterprise analytics and business insights.
• Assist with ingestion, transformation, management, and monitoring of enterprise data assets.
• Contribute to the development, testing, and implementation of AI-enabled solutions, automation initiatives, and proof-of-concept projects.
• Support cloud-based data and analytics platforms while gaining exposure to modern software development and engineering practices.
• Work with structured and unstructured data to support reporting, analytics, and emerging AI use cases.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Quick learner

Curiosity

Collaborative mindset

Education

Undergraduate degree (C.S. / Data Science / IT)

Tools

Power BI

Python

SQL

Azure

Git

APIs

Microsoft Fabric

Job description

Job Description

Number of Positions: 2
Term: 4, 8, or 12 Months
Start Date: January 2027

About the Role

Are you passionate about data, artificial intelligence, analytics, and emerging technologies? As a 2027 Digital (NextGen AI & Data) Intern, you'll join AltaGas' growing Data & AI team and work alongside experienced business and technology professionals to support enterprise Data, Analytics, AI, and Digital Transformation initiatives.

Through meaningful projects and hands-on experience, you'll gain exposure to modern data platforms, analytics, automation, artificial intelligence, governance, and business transformation initiatives while helping shape the future of Data & AI at AltaGas.

Depending on your background, interests, and strengths, you may be aligned to one of two focus areas:

• AI & Data Engineering
• AI & Data Analytics

Both streams work closely together to deliver innovative solutions that create business value across AltaGas.

What You'll Do

AI & Data Engineering Focus

Students aligned to the AI & Data Engineering stream may:

• Support the development and maintenance of modern data platforms, data pipelines, and workflows that enable enterprise analytics and business insights.
• Assist with the ingestion, transformation, management, and monitoring of enterprise data assets.
• Contribute to the development, testing, and implementation of AI-enabled solutions, automation initiatives, and proof-of-concept projects.
• Support cloud-based data and analytics platforms while gaining exposure to modern software development and engineering practices.
• Work with structured and unstructured data to support reporting, analytics, and emerging AI use cases.
• Help improve data quality, monitoring, operational processes, and technical solutions that enable informed decision-making across the organization.

AI & Data Analytics Focus

Students aligned to the AI & Data Analytics stream may:

• Support enterprise Data, Analytics, AI, Governance, and Digital Transformation initiatives.
• Assist with data analysis, reporting, dashboard development, and insights generation to support strategic business decisions.
• Contribute to Data Governance and Data Quality initiatives by helping document standards, business definitions, processes, and reporting metrics.
• Support Copilot and AI adoption initiatives through training materials, workshops, communications, and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Assist with presentations, executive materials, communications, and business cases that support AI and Data strategy initiatives.
• Conduct research and analysis on emerging AI, analytics, and digital technology trends to identify opportunities for innovation and business improvement.

Across Both Streams

All interns will:

• Collaborate with business and technology teams across AltaGas to solve challenges and deliver innovative solutions.
• Work on meaningful projects that support operational excellence, innovation, and data-driven decision-making.
• Gain exposure to enterprise-scale technologies, data platforms, governance practices, and business processes.
• Participate in special projects while developing practical skills in analytics, automation, artificial intelligence, data engineering, and digital transformation.

What You’ll Bring

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Data Science, Business Analytics, Business Technology Management, Information Systems, Commerce, Management Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an interest in data, AI, technology, and innovation.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to learn quickly, adapt to new technologies, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Curiosity, initiative, and a passion for continuous learning.
• Experience with data analysis, programming, reporting tools, AI technologies, Microsoft 365, Power BI, Python, SQL, Microsoft Fabric, Azure, Git, APIs, or related technologies is considered an asset.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience supporting enterprise Data, Analytics, AI, Governance, and Digital Transformation initiatives.
• Exposure to modern data platforms, cloud technologies, automation, governance frameworks, analytics tools, and emerging AI capabilities.
• Opportunities to work with both business and technology teams on high-impact initiatives that create value across AltaGas.
• Mentorship from experienced data, AI, analytics, and technology professionals.
• In addition to their day-to-day role, interns participate in professional development sessions, networking events, executive speaker opportunities, and a capstone project designed to enhance their overall learning experience.

For Canadian hires

: AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

For U.S. hires

: WGL/SEMCO/AltaGas offers a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, incentive bonus plans, holiday pay, 401K matching and a wide array of benefits. These benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage are designed to help you and your family stay healthy. We also have paid time off (PTO) to balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits vary depending upon the specifics of the role.

U.S. affiliates of AltaGas are committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical or mental disabilities, political affiliation, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic federal, state, or local law.