Fall 2026: WiSE AI Developer Co-op

Job description

Position Description:

We are looking for a motivated Co-op student to join our Quality Engineering team to help bridge the gap between traditional testing and the future of AI. You won’t just be running scripts; you’ll be helping us build Proof of Concepts (PoCs) to determine how Generative AI can make software delivery faster and more reliable.

Work Term: 4 or 8 months (please specify your availability in your application)
Start Date: September 2026
Application deadline: May 25th, 2026

The WiSE (women in STEM excel) co-op program accelerates the development of future women leaders by providing a customized experience for participants:

• Participate in a week of onboarding and integration activities starting on your first day at CGI, activities include:
- Business etiquette workshop
- Foundations of business consulting workshops
- Developing your elevator pitch workshop
- Networking with peers across Canada

CGI is providing a reasonable estimate of the pay range for this role. The determination of this range includes factors such as skill set level, geographic market, experience and training, and licenses and certifications. Compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $18-32/hour. This role is an existing vacancy.

Your future duties and responsibilities:

What You’ll Do
• Build & Test: Develop and experiment with AI-driven prototypes (using LLMs, RAG, or Agentic workflows) to automate manual QE tasks.
• Evaluate Tools: Research and benchmark emerging AI tools to see if they meet our enterprise security and performance standards.
• Data Analysis: Analyze test data to identify patterns where AI can improve "Shift-Left" quality and defect detection.
• Collaborate: Work closely with senior engineers to document findings and present PoC results to leadership.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role:

• Technical Foundation: Currently enrolled in a Computer Science, Engineering, or Math program.
• Coding Skills: Proficiency in Python (essential) and familiarity with frameworks like LangChain, OpenAI API, or Hugging Face.
• Curiosity: A strong interest in Prompt Engineering and how Large Language Models can be applied to real-world business problems.
• Communication: The ability to explain technical AI concepts to team members who may not be AI experts.

Skills:

·  Artificial Intelligence

What you can expect from us:

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Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

At CGI, we value the strength that diversity brings and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone belongs. We collaborate with our clients to build more inclusive communities and empower all CGI partners to thrive. As an equal-opportunity employer, being able to perform your best during the recruitment process is important to us. If you require an accommodation, please inform your recruiter.

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Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.