Data engineering intern supporting ETL, data quality, and transformation projects at Canadian asset manager PICTON Investments. Collaborating across business teams using SQL, Python, databases, and cloud platforms.
Responsibilities
Assist in building and maintaining ETL or ELT processes
Help automate data ingestion from APIs, databases, flat files, and other sources
Support implementation of data validation and quality checks
Work with data engineers and analysts to clean, structure, and transform raw data into usable formats
Write SQL or Python scripts to merge and transform datasets
Collaborate with teams across sales, investment, portfolio management, operations, compliance, HR, and marketing to understand data needs
Document workflows, data dictionaries, and processes
Gain hands-on experience in data transformation projects as part of the Digital Product team
Requirements
Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in STEM programs (Mathematics, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Business or any other related discipline)
Understanding of SQL and experience with data modeling
Familiarity with Python, R, or other scripting languages is a plus
Familiarity with ETL/ELT concepts
Exposure to relational and NoSQL databases, such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MongoDB
Understanding of data warehousing solutions, such as Redshift and Snowflake
Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure, particularly data storage and computing services
Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Looker, or Power BI
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to learn quickly and work independently
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical teams
Collaborative and able to work well in a dynamic, fast-paced team environment
Benefits
Competitive total rewards
Performance-based bonuses
Clear path for career growth
Flexible environment
Corporate fitness reimbursement and discounts
VersaFi memberships (formerly Women in Capital Markets)
PICTON Investment Counseling and portfolio management services
Volunteer and charitable donation matching
Maternity and parental leave top-up
Recognition awards
Semi-annual performance bonuses
Generous annual vacation entitlement (minimum of 15 days per year)
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