Software Engineer Co-op Student

Foresters Financial Services, Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services provider in Toronto is looking for a Software Engineer Co-op Student to assist in developing enterprise applications and machine learning models. This role offers a collaborative environment where co-op students gain hands-on experience while working with seasoned professionals. Ideal candidates are enrolled in a Bachelor's program and possess strong programming skills in Python or similar languages.

Benefits

Collaboration with experienced experts

Opportunity for hands-on experience

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a relevant Bachelor's program.
• Strong programming skills in Python, .NET, Java, or similar.
• Familiarity with machine learning frameworks.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of software applications.
• Develop and implement AI/ML models and algorithms.
• Conduct data preprocessing and analysis to support model training.
• Collaborate on proof-of-concept designs.

Skills

Strong programming skills in Python

Familiarity with machine learning frameworks

Excellent problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's program in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Azure DevOps

TensorFlow

PyTorch

scikit-learn

Job description

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Software Engineer Co-op Student

Apply locations Toronto time type Full time posted on Posted 16 Days Ago job requisition id R-1966

Career Opportunity

Role Title

Software Engineer Co-op Student

Purpose of role

The Software Engineer Co-op in IT offers an opportunity to build a wide variety of enterprise applications within a team-based environment. As a co-op student, you will work closely with our experienced architects and engineers to develop, test, and implement application including machine learning models and algorithms. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a collaborative environment. You’ll find opportunities to continuously learn, research on technologies, share knowledge within your team.
Note: We are currently accepting applications for both the September 2025 (Fall) and January 2026 (Winter) intake terms. Interested candidates are encouraged to indicate their preferred start date in their application.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development software applications
• Develop and implementation of AI/ML models and algorithms.
• Conduct data preprocessing and analysis to support model training.
• Collaborate with team members to design and execute proof-of-concepts.
• Producing clear and maintainable code
• Document code and maintain version control.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to project discussions.
• Investigating, learning and applying new technologies/processes
• Participating in design/architectural discussions

Key Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's program in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong programming skills in Python, .NET, Java or similar languages.
• Familiarity with machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or scikit-learn.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure DevOps
• Basic understanding of data preprocessing, feature engineering, and model evaluation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn.

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Equal Opportunity Employment and Inclusion – at Foresters Financial, we are committed to sustaining an equal opportunity environment for all job applicants. We embrace Inclusion, Diversity and Equity (IDE) as a core strategic objective for building strong, innovative teams in which all our employees can show up wholly and authentically as themselves.

Foresters Financial strives to provide an accessible candidate experience for prospective employees with different abilities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodations during the recruitment process, please email [e-mail] in advance of your appointment.

Thank you for choosing Foresters. Only those candidates who will be selected for further consideration will be contacted by our Talent Acquisition Team.

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Foresters Financial is an international financial services provider with a unique history that began in 1874 when we set out to provide access to life insurance for average, working families. More than 150 years later, we provide life insurance, savings, retirement and investment solutions that help families achieve long-term financial health and security.