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Location: Edmonton, Alberta, CanadaType: internship

About Company

A leading AI institute dedicated to advancing artificial intelligence through world-class research, commercialization, and talent development. Their mission is “AI for Good & For All,” meaning they focus on ethical, responsible AI that benefits society.

Job Description

AI Career Accelerator Program (AICAP)

Sponsor: Amii (Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute)
Program Type: Career Development / Post-Graduate AI Training
Location: Edmonton, Canada (Hybrid: in-person + online)
Open To: Graduate-level AI talent
Eligibility: MSc, PhD, or equivalent experience in AI-related fields


Program Overview

The AI Career Accelerator Program (AICAP) is Amii’s flagship development pathway designed for graduate-level technical AI talent who want to advance into industry, research, and applied AI roles. The program enhances the academic knowledge of AI researchers through structured professional development, practical experience, and mentorship from Machine Learning experts.

AICAP prepares participants to transition from academic training to high-impact AI careers.


Key Program Components

1. Professional Development

  • Workshops, expert presentations, and career spotlight sessions

  • Self-directed online courses to explore AI career paths

  • Training in communication, leadership, and applied industry skills


2. Paid Work Opportunities

  • Work-Integrated Learning Opportunities (WILOs):
    Hands-on, paid projects with mentorship from Amii ML experts

  • Priority updates on Amii Resident research roles

  • Practical experience applying AI and ML in real-world contexts


3. 1:1 Career-Building Support

  • Resume and CV review sessions

  • Interview preparation and coaching

  • Personalized career planning support


4. Community & Networking

  • Coworking space at Amii HQ (Downtown Edmonton)

  • Coffee socials, community gatherings, and happy hours

  • Access to an active Slack community of AI researchers and industry professionals


Eligibility Criteria

Education Requirements

  • Enrolled in or completed a graduate program (MSc or PhD) in AI

Undergraduate or Non-CS graduates may qualify with at least one of the following:

  • Lab internship with an Amii Fellow

  • Participation in Amii-affiliated startup projects

  • Executive role in an AI-related student organization

  • AI-focused research internship

  • Participation in AI4Good Lab or UR2PhD programs


Technical Skills

Applicants must demonstrate:

  • Proficiency in data structures, algorithms, linear algebra, statistics, and ML

  • Programming experience in Python, R, or MATLAB


Interest & Experience

  • Strong interest in AI/ML/Data Science

  • Prior academic projects, internships, research, or competitions

  • Clear intention to apply AI/ML skills to future career goals


Work Eligibility

  • Must be eligible to work in Canada (citizen, PR, or valid work permit)


Amii Affiliation (Optional)

  • Affiliation with an Amii Fellow or CIFAR AI Chair is beneficial but not required


Impact & Program Outcomes

  • 65%+ of participants seek advanced AI roles within 6 months

  • 10,000+ paid WILO hours delivered since 2020

  • 140+ resume review sessions completed

AICAP is designed to accelerate your transition from graduate study into impactful AI careers in industry, research labs, and startups.


How to Apply

Apply for AICAP: https://www.amii.ca/research-talent/talent-development/ai-career-accelerator
Email: Contact the Amii team for support or inquiries

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Posted: November 18, 2025 | Closes: January 1, 2026