AI Scientist Co-op

We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.

As an AI Scientist on the Enterprise Advanced Analytics and Artificial Intelligence team, you’ll be at the forefront of developing and implementing cutting‑edge AI solutions across CIBC. You’ll leverage your expertise in Python, FastAPI, and API development to build scalable systems that automate the extraction of data elements from complex forms. Your role will focus on working with various large language models (LLMs), including prompt engineering and Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG), to optimize and customize AI capabilities for business needs.

You will also contribute to agentic AI initiatives and incorporate advanced reasoning and summarization capabilities into our solutions. You’ll lead LLM fine‑tuning and customization initiatives, ensuring our AI solutions are robust, accurate, and tailored to enterprise requirements. Collaboration will be key as you partner with cross‑functional teams to drive innovation and advance CIBC’s data‑driven culture.

• Strong technical expertise: proficient in Python coding, FastAPI, API development, and experience with Documine or similar tools.
• Experienced with LLMs: practical knowledge of working with large language models, including prompt engineering, RAG, customization, and fine‑tuning.
• Innovator: enjoy exploring new AI and machine learning techniques, applying them to automate processes and extract meaningful insights from data.
• Collaborator: thrive in cross‑functional environments, working closely with diverse teams to achieve shared goals.
• Relevant education: hold a degree or diploma in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Values: bring your real self to work and live our values – trust, teamwork, and accountability.

• Competitive compensation, banking benefits, wellbeing support, and additional offers such as employee and family assistance programs and Moment Makers.
• Spaces and a technological toolkit that make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions.

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact Mailb
• You must be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.

Expected End Date:

Job Location:

Toronto‑81 Bay, 21st Floor

Employment Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Weekly

Hours:

37.5

• API Development
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Large Language Model (LLM) Fine‑Tuning
• Model Fine‑Tuning
• RAG Pipeline