Data Analyst Co-op Student

Shoppers Drug Mart; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 35,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Shoppers Drug Mart in Canada invites a data analytics student to join a Winter 2027 co-op. You will work with large data environments to gather, clean, profile and transform data for accuracy and governance, enabling clear analytics for business teams.

You will design, build and maintain dashboards, track KPIs, and translate insights into actionable recommendations for stakeholders, while contributing to ad-hoc analyses.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional experience in a data analytics role preferred, with a strong business focus and ability to generate actionable insights
• High level of proficiency in Excel, SQL and Python
• Hands-on experience developing dashboards with data visualization tools such as PowerBI
• Understanding of databases, data modelling, and ETL Concepts
• Experience working with large-scale data environments (Google BigQuery, Teradata) is a significant asset
• Proven ability to transform ambiguous business questions into a structured analytical plan
• Strong problem-solving skills with an exceptional eye for detail
• Excellent data storytelling skills with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Data engineering, modelling and maintenance – Gather, clean, profile and transform data from large scale data environments to ensure data accuracy and integrity
• Dashboarding - Design, build, and maintain key dashboards and reports to provide self-serve analytics to business teams
• KPI Tracking - Trend analysis and ability to draw out insights by working with large complex datasets
• Strategic recommendations - Translate complex data findings into clear, compelling narratives and actionable recommendations for business stakeholders
• Ad-hoc analysis - Respond to analytical requests from business leaders, providing timely and accurate insights to support strategic decision-making

Skills

Excel

SQL

Python

PowerBI

Data storytelling

Problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative field

Tools

Google BigQuery

Teradata

Job description

At Shoppers Drug Mart, we’re innovating health and wellness in Canada. From prescriptions to walk-in clinics, and a beloved loyalty program, we’re caring and supporting our customers in new ways every day. With more than 1,300 locally owned and operated stores from coast to coast, the Shoppers Drug Mart network is more than a great place to shop, it’s a great place to work.We’re committed to building our talented team who champion collaboration, kindness and inclusivity. Join our team, and help recognize a healthy future for your career and for all Canadians.

Why this role is important?

Winter2027 Work Term

Term Length: 4 months

Term Start: January 6, 2027

Term End: April 16, 2027

The pay range for th e co-op student role will reflect factors such as the candidate's experience, academic level, and the specific skillset required for the role.

Loblaw has adopted the following hybrid working model (a combination of working between the office and remotely). Colleagues can work remotely up to 1 day a week, while spending the other 4 days in the office (to be determined by each business unit).

Job Responsibilities:

• Data engineering, modelling and maintenance – Gather, clean, profile and transform data from large scale data environments to ensure data accuracy and integrity
• Dashboarding - Design, build, and maintain key dashboards and reports to provide self-serve analytics to business teams
• KPI Tracking - Trend analysis and ability to draw out insights by working with large complex datasets
• Strategic recommendations - Translate complex data findings into clear, compelling narratives and actionable recommendations for business stakeholders
• Ad-hoc analysis - Respond to analytical requests from business leaders, providing timely and accurate insights to support strategic decision-making

Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Professional experience in a data analytics role preferred, with a strong business focus and ability to generate actionable insights
• High level of proficiency in Excel, SQL and Python
• Hands-on experience developing dashboards with data visualization tools such as PowerBI
• Understanding of databases, data modelling, and ETL Concepts
• Experience working with large-scale data environments (Google BigQuery, Teradata) is a significant asset
• Proven ability to transform ambiguous business questions into a structured analytical plan
• Strong problem-solving skills with an exceptional eye for detail
• Excellent data storytelling skills with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Why work at Shoppers Drug Mart?

Acting as consultants, supporting internal customers and the Associate‑Owners, you will get experience unique to the retail industry while working for an award-winning national brand.Benefit from a competitive pay program and online learning through Academy.Take ownership of your work and find more ways to care about your work, co-workers, customers and community.

How You’ll Succeed

At Shoppers Drug Mart Inc., we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture. We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust and make connections.

Employment Type: Full time

Type of Role: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired. In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing.Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.

Hiring Range / Échelle salariale à l’embauche :$35,100.00 - $65,700.00 / 35.100,00$ - 65.700,00$ (per year / par an)A candidate’s experience and knowledge as well as the geographical region in which the position is located may be factored into the pay a candidate receives for this position. This posting is for a newly created position. The Company uses artificial intelligence for the purpose of screening, assessing and/or selecting applicants for this position. / L’expérience et les connaissances d’un candidat ainsi que la région géographique dans laquelle le poste est situé peuvent être prises en compte dans la rémunération qu’un candidat reçoit pour ce poste. Cette offre d’emploi concerne un poste nouvellement créé. L’entreprise utilise l’intelligence artificielle dans le but de filtrer, d’évaluer et/ou de sélectionner les candidats à ce poste.