Associate Machine Learning Developer (Summer 2026)

AltaML; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI consulting firm is seeking an Associate Machine Learning Developer for a 4-month paid internship starting in May 2026. This opportunity involves working on public sector projects, developing machine learning models, and gaining hands-on experience. Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in a post-secondary program and possess knowledge of Python and data science libraries. The position offers a stipend of CA$15,000 to CA$20,000, with potential extensions available.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a post-secondary degree program during the internship term.
• General knowledge of Python and data science libraries.
• Understanding of Machine Learning and software development.

Responsibilities

• Participate in team planning sessions and educational presentations.
• Review data to understand its overall scope and structure.
• Develop models around available data and suggested problems.

Skills

Python

Data science libraries

Machine Learning concepts

Communication skills

Version control/Git

Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)

Education

Post-secondary degree program

Tools

pandas

scikit-learn

matplotlib

Job description

Associate Machine Learning Developer (Summer 2026)

This range is provided by AltaML. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

CA$15,000.00 / once - CA$20,000.00 / once

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 May 2026 and ending in August 2026. 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 Machine Learning Developer, you will have a chance to work on public sector ML projects and deliver real solutions to our Public Sector Partners including Service Alberta, other departments, and even other levels of government. GovLab AI's mission is to set a global example of how to transform the public sector through applied AI, and is designed to encourage the growth of machine learning and AI skill sets that are in high demand across Alberta and around the world.

Our program experience is unique and designed to give you hands‑on experience to prepare you for professional success. During the 4‑month period you will be placed on a team to work on specific use case(s) identified by our Public Sector Partners. You will work with multiple tools and gain experience in multiple AI/ML and data processing fields. You will also be given resources and mentorship to help with your growth and career advancement. The teams will be led by the Project Delivery Manager utilizing AltaML methodology to create working models for the viable use case(s), and help guide the teams to make recommendations on how best to implement the solution with our Partners.

Our ultimate goal is to set you up for success and have you hired in the future after your internship.

Office as a Resource & Participating Universities

This opportunity is funded in partnership with Mitacs and therefore requires candidates to meet all eligibility criteria before being approved to hire. This role is currently open to anyone that is currently enrolled at the U of Alberta, U of Calgary (Masters Only), U Waterloo, or U of Toronto. This role is based in Canada and will require you to occasionally work out of one of our offices in either Edmonton, Calgary, Toronto, and/or Waterloo.

Application Process

1. Apply
2. You will be notified prior to the application deadline if you are moving to the next stage (via email correspondence)
3. Online technical assessment (48‑hour timed assessment)
4. 45‑minute panel interview
5. Background checks and offer
6. Welcome to GovLab!

What You'll Do

• Participate in team planning sessions and educational presentations
• Review the data to understand its overall scope and structure
• Identify the right metric to measure the success of the model and project
• Work in teams to pre‑process the data for analysis and model development
• Uncover trends, insights, and key features to help guide where ML solutions can be applied
• Develop models around the available data and suggested set of problems
• For viable use cases develop proof‑of‑concept working models
• Suggest and explore novel solutions to a problem and detailed recommendations for how to integrate the models in business
• Communicate and present your team's work to AltaML and Public Sector Partners
• Get familiarity with various data processing tools and exposure to AI/ML algorithms
• Independently research and connect with your cohort to gain domain knowledge and learn state‑of‑the‑art techniques

What You Bring

• Minimum Requirements:
  • Enrolled in a Post‑secondary degree program at U of Alberta, U of Calgary (Master's Only), U Waterloo, or U of Toronto for the duration of the internship term
  • General knowledge of and experience developing in Python and data science libraries/packages such as pandas, scikit‑learn, matplotlib
  • Understanding of Machine Learning and software development concepts
  • Must be able to work 40 hours per week during the internship
  • Must have a valid citizenship and/or work permit that legally allows you to work full‑time during the internship term
• Nice to have:
  • Exposure to version control/Git
  • Experience with a cloud platform such as Azure, AWS or GCP
  • Ability to work independently and within a team environment
  • Well‑developed communication skills, with the ability to engage in client meetings and deliver professional presentations

First Nations Acknowledgment

As AltaML's headquarters are based in Edmonton, Alberta – AltaML would like to acknowledge that we are on the traditional lands, referred to as Treaty 6 Territory, and that the City of Edmonton and all the people here are beneficiaries of this peace and friendship treaty. Treaty 6 encompasses the traditional territories of numerous western Canadian First Nations, including Cree, Dene (DEN–Ē), Stoney Nakota Sioux, Saulteaux (SO‑TO), and Ojibwe (OJIB‑WĒ). AltaML is dedicated to ensuring that the spirit of Treaty 6 is honoured and respected.

Equal Opportunities

AltaML is dedicated to fostering a safe, diverse, and inclusive workplace as an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, encompassing ethnicity, religion, disability status, gender identity, sexual orientation, family status, age, nationality, and educational backgrounds. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodations during the interview process, please don’t hesitate to let us know.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Location

This posting is for an existing vacancy for a candidate ideally based in Toronto or Waterloo, Ontario.

Compensation

The expected compensation for this role is a Mitacs stipend award between $15,000 - $20,000 CAD for a 4‑month term, dependent on qualifications, experience, and assessment performance.