Co-Op, Development Operations AI & Automation Enablement Intern

The AI Solutions & Development Operations Analyst Co-op supports the Development Operations Enterprise Optimization team in advancing digital transformation, AI-enabled ways of working, data analytics, automation, and operational excellence initiatives across Development Operations.

This role combines data analytics, AI solution development, business process improvement, and technology enablement. The successful candidate will work closely with business stakeholders to identify opportunities to improve efficiency, automate manual processes, develop AI-powered tools, and create reporting and insights that support decision-making across the organization.

The Co-op will gain hands-on experience building and applying AI and automation technologies and data analytics platforms to solve real business challenges while supporting company-wide priority areas.

• Design, develop, test, and maintain AI-powered tools and solutions that improve efficiency and user experience across Development Operations.
• Apply Generative AI technologies, Microsoft Copilot, Power Platform, and other digital tools to automate workflows and business processes.
• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards, reports, and analytics solutions that provide actionable business insights.
• Support the development of frameworks to improve data driven decision-making.
• Partner with business stakeholders to identify opportunities for process optimization, automation, and AI adoption.
• Build prototypes, proof-of-concepts, and minimum viable products (MVPs)
• Perform data analysis, data quality assessments, and governance activities to improve reporting accuracy and reliability.
• Develop business process maps, user guides, training materials, presentations, and documentation for new solutions.
• Support company goals related to operational excellence, digital transformation, and future-of-work programs.
• Conduct research and benchmarking on emerging AI technologies and recommend potential business applications.
• Support change management, communications, and training activities related to the adoption of AI-enabled tools and solutions.

• Experience with data analytics and visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms.
• Experience using and building AI tools and technologies, including Generative AI applications.
• Knowledge of data management fundamentals and FAIR data principles.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications and collaboration platforms.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, customer service, and collaboration skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
• Experience with project management and balancing competing priorities

• Degree in computer science (or minor) - Must be enrolled and graduating close to the contract end date or after.
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Copilot Studio).
• Experience developing automations, workflows, chatbots, or AI-powered solutions.
• Experience with Python, JavaScript, C#, SQL, or similar programming languages.
• Experience with prompt engineering and Generative AI solution design.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure.
• Experience building prototypes and proof-of-concepts using low-code/no-code development tools.
• Experience with vibe coding and AI-assisted software development, leveraging tools such as Git Hub Copilot, Microsoft Copilot, Cursor, Windsurf, Claude Code, or similar technologies to rapidly prototype and build solutions.
• Above average experience with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Teams.
• Knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry, drug development, and clinical trial operations
• Experience pitching, presenting and translating complex ideas to a wide audience

As an Intern at Alexion Canada, AstraZeneca Rare Disease, you will have the opportunity to learn about various positions with Alexion as you work cross-functionally with different parts of our business. Our purpose for this position is to ensure you gain key foundational knowledge that will complement your education through interesting work while leveraging valuable networking opportunities to expand your learning.

You will be invited to attend various learning…