Data Science 6-months Placement - Advanced Analytics, 2025 intake

Manulife Insurance Malaysia; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Data Science Intern to join their Advanced Analytics team. This exciting role involves developing Generative AI Proof-of-Concepts (PoCs) and collaborating with experienced data scientists. Interns will engage in hands-on projects, utilizing Python and the Azure ecosystem to create innovative solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain practical experience in a dynamic environment while contributing to impactful analytics tasks. Ideal candidates will be university students with a passion for technology and a desire to learn and grow in the field of data science.

Qualifications

• University students eligible to work as interns in Hong Kong.
• Proficiency in Python, Machine Learning, and Data Science is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Generative AI PoCs using Python and the Azure ecosystem.
• Develop and test data and AI-driven solutions based on user needs.

Skills

Python

Machine Learning

Data Science

Natural Language Processing (NLP)

Computer Vision (CV)

SQL

APIs

Data Processing

Communication Skills

Education

University Student

Computer Science or STEM-related Fields

Tools

Azure

Job description

Data Science 6-months Placement - Advanced Analytics, 2025 intake

About the Role:

Join Manulife’s Advanced Analytics team as a Data Science Intern, focusing on developing Generative AI Proof-of-Concepts (PoCs). Collaborate with data scientists to understand use cases, develop, document, and demonstrate the value of these solutions. This role requires rapid learning and adaptability.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Conduct Generative AI PoCs using Python and the Azure ecosystem with guidance from senior team members.
• Work closely with internal users to understand needs, develop, and test data and AI-driven solutions.
• Collect internal and external data, including structured and unstructured data, through SQL, APIs, and web crawling.
• Process numeric data, text, images, and videos based on downstream task requirements.
• Build PoC applications with front-end, back-end, and APIs to demonstrate to stakeholders.
• Support ad-hoc analytics tasks as needed.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• University students eligible to work as intern in Hong Kong.
• Preferred disciplines: Computer Science or STEM-related fields.
• Proficiency in Python, Machine Learning, and Data Science. Previous exposure to Natural Language Processing (NLP) and/or Computer Vision (CV) is preferred.
• Knowledge of Large Language Models, application development, and Azure or other cloud platforms.
• Proficiency in English with good communication skills.
• Preferred availability: at least 3 - 6 months, with minimal 4 working days per week.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [e-mail].