September 2026 Data Analytics Coop Student
About The Position
We are looking for two IT/Cybersecurity students to join the ATCO Cloud Platforms, Tools & Automation Team. Work term starts in September 2026 for 12-month period in Edmonton. As a Co-op Data Analyst, you will work with ATCO’s Data & Analytics team to help business partners turn questions into trusted, governed datasets and insights using our Databricks lakehouse environment. You’ll support the end-to-end data lifecycle (ingestion, transformation, validation, documentation, and consumption) while also helping users understand how to use Databricks assets (e.g., curated tables, Databricks SQL, dashboards) safely and effectively. This is a hands-on role that blends data analysis, light data engineering, and stakeholder enablement.
Requirements
- Must be enrolled in a co-op (or internship) program at a recognized Canadian university.
- Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program (e.g., Data Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Mathematics/Statistics, or related)
- Strong foundation in SQL and an interest in learning modern data platforms and analytics engineering practices
- Experience with Python (preferred) and/or other analytical tooling (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau) to explore and communicate insights
- Basic understanding of data concepts such as data quality, data modeling, ETL/ELT, and the purpose of a data lake/warehouse/lakehouse
- Curiosity and problem-solving mindset — able to investigate data issues, ask good questions, and propose options
- Clear written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical findings in business-friendly language
Nice To Haves
- Comfort working with version control (e.g., Git) and documenting work (e.g., wikis, runbooks) is an asset
- Experience with Databricks, Apache Spark, or cloud data services is an asset (we will provide training and mentorship)
Responsibilities
- Partner with analysts, engineers, and business stakeholders to understand data questions and translate them into clear analysis requirements and deliverables
- Explore and analyze curated datasets in Databricks (e.g., Databricks SQL, notebooks) to generate insights, validate assumptions, and answer business questions
- Support data pipeline and data product work through documentation, data profiling, and validation (e.g., completeness, duplicates, outliers, schema changes)
- Help maintain data quality practices by implementing or updating checks, logging results, and supporting issue triage with the broader team
- Create and maintain clear documentation (data definitions, lineage notes, business logic, assumptions, and usage guidance) to improve reuse and trust
- Support dashboard and reporting consumption by helping users access the right datasets and by validating outputs against expected business rules
- Assist with governed access enablement by following established processes (e.g., Unity Catalog permissions, role-based access) and escalating as needed
- Contribute to Databricks platform adoption by creating simple “how-to” guides, starter queries, and repeatable analysis templates for business users
- Practice safe data handling by following ATCO policies and platform guardrails for sensitive and regulated data
Benefits
- Salary increases every semester plus 6% vacation pay
- Opportunities to give back through ATCO's EPIC Program and team events
- Well-Being@ATCO Health & Wellness Program
- Relocation assistance will be provided
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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