Associate Business Solutions Consultant (Cohort 11)

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

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking an Associate Business Solutions Consultant to transform public sector operations through applied AI. This exciting 4-month paid internship will allow you to work with diverse stakeholders, identifying high-value business problems and designing impactful AI/ML solutions. You will collaborate with project teams, conduct workshops, and prepare insightful reports, all while receiving mentorship to enhance your skills. This role not only promises hands-on experience but also the potential for extension, making it an excellent opportunity for aspiring professionals eager to make a difference in the public sector.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a relevant post-secondary program is required.
• Experience in business analysis or AI projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Gather business requirements and communicate ML integration.
• Facilitate workshops to identify machine learning opportunities.

Skills

Business Analysis

Data Analytics

Machine Learning Concepts

Excellent Communication

Analytical Skills

Collaboration

Desire to Learn

Education

Post-secondary Degree Enrollment

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. Your focus will be 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. Our mission is to set a global example of how to transform the public sector through applied AI and to foster growth in high-demand machine learning and AI skills across Alberta and worldwide.

During the 4-month program, you will be placed on a team working on specific use case(s) identified by our Public Sector Partners. The role involves understanding complex customer workflows, data, and business nuances to design AI/ML products. You will synthesize information into a clear understanding of the business problem and communicate it effectively across teams. The role demands balancing business requirements with customer needs and advocating for solutions that serve the customer best. You will collaborate across disciplines to conceptualize and define AI/ML solutions.

You will receive resources and mentorship to support your growth and career development. Teams are led by Project Delivery Managers and Product Owners using AltaML methodology to develop working models for viable use cases and guide implementation strategies with our Partners. Our goal is to prepare you for future employment after your internship.

Office as a Resource & Participating Universities

This opportunity is funded by Mitacs and requires candidates to meet eligibility criteria. 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 offices in Edmonton, Calgary, Toronto, or Waterloo. Please contact us if you have questions about eligibility.

Application Process

1. Apply
2. Notification of next steps via email before the application closing date
3. Case Study Presentation Assessment
4. 45-minute panel interview
5. Background checks and offer
6. Welcome to GovLab!

What You'll Do

• Assist with gathering business requirements and communicating how AltaML can integrate machine learning solutions into client workflows.
• Facilitate workshops and engagements to identify and refine machine learning opportunities.
• Research industry verticals to identify areas where machine learning can add value and ROI.
• Prepare business reports and presentations for current and potential customers.
• Identify and document requirements for AI/ML use cases.
• Advise the team on developing and deploying machine learning solutions based on client needs.

What You Bring

• Enrollment in a post-secondary degree program at U of Alberta, U of Calgary (Masters only), U Waterloo, Queens U, Mount Royal U, or U of Toronto 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, personas, journey maps, wireframes, workflows, and prototypes; familiarity with Miro and Figma is an asset.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.
• A strong desire to learn.
• Knowledge of industries such as Public Sector, Healthcare, Oil & Gas, Environmental Sciences, Disaster Management, Finance, Social Services, IT, or Supply Chain is an asset.
• Collaboration skills to advise cross-functional teams including ML developers, project managers, and IT specialists.
• Ability to understand client needs and recommend solutions.
• Legal eligibility to work full-time in Canada during the internship.

First Nations Acknowledgment

We acknowledge that this role takes place on Treaty 6 Territory in Edmonton, Alberta, traditionally occupied by Cree, Dene, Stoney Nakota Sioux, Saulteaux, Ojibwe, and other First Nations. We are committed to respecting this heritage.

Equal Opportunities

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applicants of all backgrounds. If you need accommodations during the interview process, please inform us.