Associate Business Solutions Consultant (Cohort 11)

AltaML; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an Associate Business Solutions Consultant to work on transformative AI projects in the public sector. This 4-month paid internship offers hands-on experience in identifying high-value business problems and advocating for AI solutions. You'll collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to define the business impact of AI/ML use cases. With mentorship and resources provided, this role is designed to set you up for future success in the AI field. If you're passionate about technology and eager to learn, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a relevant post-secondary program at an eligible university.
• Experience in software development or AI projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with business requirements gathering and stakeholder communication.
• Facilitate workshops to identify AI opportunities.
• Prepare business reports and presentations.

Skills

Business Analysis

Stakeholder Communication

AI Solutions

Data Analytics

Digital Product Conceptualization

Collaboration Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Post-Secondary Program

Tools

Miro

Figma

Job description

About The GovLab.ai

We transform the way you think about applied AI. Teams are structured around projects for the public sector, guided by the Project Delivery Manager, Product Owner, and Senior machine learning developers, to provide working models to support informed strategic decision-making around the use of key AI technologies in the public sector.

This would be a 4-month paid contract starting September 2025 and ending in December 2025.

Additionally, this opportunity may also be extended to an 8 or 12-month term; please indicate in your application if these options are of interest to you.

Job Role

As an Associate Business Solutions Consultant, you will work with our Public Sector Partners, including Service Alberta, and project teams to identify high-value business problems that can be addressed with artificial intelligence or machine learning. You will focus on defining and communicating the business impact of your assigned AI/ML use case to senior stakeholders in government, as well as in organizational change management and adoption planning.

GovLab.ai’s mission is to set a global example of how to transform the public sector through applied AI, encouraging growth of machine learning and AI skills in Alberta and worldwide.

Program Experience

Our program is designed to give you hands-on experience to prepare for professional success. During the 4-month period, you will be placed on a team working on specific use case(s) identified by our Public Sector Partners. The role requires immersing yourself in complex workflows to understand data and business nuances impacting AI/ML product design. You will synthesize information into a unified understanding of the business problem, communicate across teams, and advocate for solutions that balance business requirements with customer needs. You will work across disciplines to define and develop adoptable AI/ML solutions.

Resources and Mentorship

You will receive resources and mentorship to support your growth. Teams will be led by Project Delivery Managers and Product Owners using AltaML methodology to create working models and guide implementation recommendations. Our goal is to set you up for future employment after your internship!

Office and Eligibility

This opportunity is funded with Mitacs and requires candidates to meet eligibility criteria. It is open to students enrolled at the U of Alberta, U of Calgary (Masters only), Mount Royal U, U Waterloo, U of Toronto, or Queens U. The role is based in Canada and may require working from Edmonton, Calgary, Toronto, or Waterloo offices.

Application Process

1. Apply
2. Notification of next steps via email
3. Case Study Presentation Assessment
4. Panel interview (45 minutes)
5. Background checks and offer
6. Welcome to GovLab!

What You'll Do

• Assist with business requirements gathering and stakeholder communication regarding AI solutions.
• Facilitate workshops and client engagements to identify AI opportunities.
• Research industry verticals for AI value and ROI.
• Prepare business reports and presentations.
• Document requirements for AI use cases.
• Advise on AI development based on client needs.

What You Bring

• Enrolled in a relevant post-secondary program at one of the specified universities for the internship duration.
• Experience as a business analyst in software development, data analytics, or AI projects is a plus.
• Experience in conceptualizing digital and AI products, including requirements and prototypes. Familiarity with Miro and Figma is an asset.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• Strong desire to learn.
• Knowledge of relevant industries is an asset.
• Collaboration skills and ability to work with clients.
• Legal eligibility to work in Canada during the internship.

First Nations Acknowledgment

We acknowledge that this role is on Treaty 6 Territory, traditional lands of several First Nations. We honor and respect this heritage.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to diversity and inclusion and encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations are available upon request during the interview process.