Python Job: Intern Analyst, Data & Technology (Summer 2023 Int

OUR COMPANY BACKGROUND & CULTURE

UPP is a ground-breaking jointly sponsored pension plan tailored by and for Ontario’s university sector. Today, we manage $11.8 billion in pension assets and proudly serve over 37,000 working and retired members across four universities and 12 university-sector affiliated organizations. Our commitment is to protect the security and sustainability of our members’ pensions while delivering service excellence to our members and employers. UPP is a sector-wide plan designed for growth - our doors are open to all Ontario universities.

Our people are the heart of our organization. Together, we are creating a purpose-driven and inclusive workplace focused on a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and respect — for one another and the world around us. We’re looking for passionate individuals seeking a rewarding career and opportunities to build and shape an exciting new organization with a clear mission, and who share our core values of integrity, inclusivity, ingenuity, and impact.

THE ROLE
We are actively looking for an Intern Analyst, Data & Technology, to join our team in Summer 2023, for a 4-month internship (May 2023 – August 2023). This role will be part of a growing and dynamic Data & Technology team, reporting into the Associate Director. The incumbent will be responsible for supporting various technical challenges, IT architecture, automation, documentation & research projects.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a student to gain valuable work experience in a fast-growing, dynamic environment while being a part of a new pension plan.

Due to COVID-19 this role hybrid and based in downtown Toronto with Work-From-Home flexibility (~2 days in office).

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Helping customers solve their technical challenges by troubleshooting systems, platforms, and applications
• Helping maintain our IT architecture and security compliance programs across platforms
• Identify opportunities to optimize existing processes leveraging productivity tools and automation
• Documentation of system level designs based on capabilities
• Researching new technology trends and building proof-of-concepts for automation and analytical solutions
• Special project assignments

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Currently enrolled in a Computer Science, Math, or related program. Current students must have completed their second year of studies. Good time management and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills and self-starter drive
• Experience in working with technical teams and business teams
• Solid operating system and networking knowledge
• Academic and/or industry experience with one or more modern programming languages (Python, JavaScript, C#, Java) and developing software solutions.
• Experience with basic data querying (SQL Server, MySQL, MongoDB)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Cloud Development (Azure, GCP, AWS)
• Knowledge of applied Data Science (AI/ML)
• Prior internship experience in a related role

ATTRIBUTES:

• Demonstrated ability to manage the ambiguity and shifting work demands inherent in a start-up environment
• An ambitious self-starter and collaborative team player and who brings a positive can-do, roll-up-your-sleeves attitude in a highly entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment
• Resourceful and persistent in gathering and assessing information with the ability to quickly assimilate knowledge
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• High degree of professionalism and integrity

*PERSONALITY TRAITS:
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• Self-driven
• Humility
• Strong work ethic
• Passion for learning
• Collaborative
• Authentic
• Personable
• Confident

UPP is pleased to offer accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you are interested in applying for a job opportunity, or are contacted by UPP regarding a job opportunity, please advise of any accommodations you may require.

Job Types: Internship, Apprenticeship