We are seeking a highly motivated and technically strong Co-op Student to join our Corporate IT team this fall (September to December 2025). This role is a unique opportunity for a student with a background in data science, computer engineering, or software development who is also passionate about helping others adopt AI in their work.
As a Co-op Student in AI & Automation, you will collaborate with teams across Giatec, many of whom are less technical, to help them leverage AI tools and automation in meaningful ways. You’ll identify opportunities, build prototypes, and serve as a bridge between technical expertise and everyday workflows. Your enthusiasm for AI, strong technical skills, and outgoing personality will help spark adoption and make a measurable impact across the company.

ABOUT GIATEC:

Giatec Scientific Inc. (Giatec) is a global company bringing smart testing technologies and real-time data collection to the forefront of every jobsite to revolutionizing the construction industry and reduce concrete’s carbon footprint. Giatec’s suite of hardware & software products leverages AI and Internet of Things (IoT) and delivers wireless concrete sensors, mobile apps, and advanced non-destructive technologies (NDT) that drives innovation throughout concrete’s lifecycle.
Giatec technology has helped over 13,500 projects in 85 plus countries worldwide meet their construction targets on time, and this number is quickly growing. We have also been recognized by numerous organizations as one of Canada’s fastest growing companies for three years running!
At Giatec, we fundamentally believe that attracting and keeping smart and talented people is a key to our success. We are looking for creative and passionate people to join our rapidly expanding team. Team up with us and reshape your future

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Partner with non-technical teams to understand their workflows and uncover opportunities where AI and automation can improve efficiency.
• Design, prototype, and implement internal AI-driven tools, scripts, or workflows to support productivity.
• Provide hands-on guidance and training to help colleagues confidently adopt and use AI solutions.
• Work with structured and unstructured datasets to support automation and analytics initiatives.
• Apply machine learning, natural language processing, or workflow automation frameworks when appropriate.
• Document solutions clearly to ensure scalability and reusability.
• Share outcomes and recommendations with IT and business stakeholders in an approachable and engaging way.

WHAT DO YOU BRING TO THE ROLE?

• Currently enrolled in a Master of Science (Data Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related program).
• Available for a 4 month co-op/internship (September to December)
• Strong programming skills in Python (preferred), R, or JavaScript.
• Hands-on experience working with LLM APIs (e.g., OpenAI API, Anthropic Claude, etc.) to build prototypes, assistants, or workflow integrations.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or similar) and an understanding of how to use them effectively in development.
• Exposure to agentic workflows or orchestration frameworks(e.g., LangChain, LlamaIndex, semantic automation tools) is an asset.
• Comfortable leveraging AI productivity tools (e.g., document automation, chat-based research, summarization).
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts into clear, accessible language for non-technical users.
• Outgoing, curious, and passionate about AI, with the ability to inspire colleagues to experiment with and adopt new tools.