Intern, Data Scientist

Job Description

At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you’re part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping keep the economy on track. We welcome students who share their ideas, perspectives and understanding of new technologies with our teams. In return, we provide the opportunity to work on exciting projects with experienced collaborators who are happy to share their knowledge, all within a mutually-agreed to framework. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The opportunities we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us!

Canadian National Railway Company (CN) is looking for a highly motivated person to fulfill a full-time (40h/week) Intern, Data Scientist position in enter Montreal, QC for winter 2023 (January – April).

Job Summary

The Intern, Data Scientist is responsible for working with CN’s Data Science and Machine Learning Operations (MLops) teams to assist with the collection, analysis, and interpretation of large data sets. The position ensures automation and consistency across big data for the Machine Learning (ML) and Deep Learning (DL) model training.

Major Responsibilities

• Clean and manipulate data using Pandas and NumPy
• Create visualizations and reports using Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plotly, Power BI
• Conduct statistical analysis using SciPy
• Develop and test predictive models using scikit-learn, TensorFlow, and Keras
• Conduct code reviews and ensure coding standards

Requirements

• Strong skills in programming languages such as Python
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools
• Strong understanding of statistical and ML concepts and algorithms such as linear and logistic regression, decision trees, random forests, gradient boosting, and neural networks
• Knowledge of PySpark and distributed computing*
• Ability to communicate findings clearly and effectively
• Applies critical thinking
• Communicates with impact
• Solves problems to create value
• Experience in Active Learning, Semi-Supervised Learning, and Few-Shot Learning algorithms*

Education

• Working toward a Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s Degree or Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence (A.I.), ML or a related field of study

• Any experience/education/skills/knowledge for these above would be considered as an asset

About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

CN is an employment equity employer and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.