AI & Process Improvement Intern

Position:  AI & Process Improvement Intern

Location:  Vernon, possibility for remote

Department:  Business Services

Contract hours: PT - Flexible (Up to a 20 week term)

Closing Date of Posting:  Open Until Filled

Desired Start Date:  ASAP 

Days/Hours of Work:  10-20 hours/week, Anytime from Mon - Fri, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm 

Reports to:  Business Services Manager

Company:
Located in the beautiful Okanagan valley, Community Futures North Okanagan (CFNO) is a community-based not-for-profit corporation offering targeted support to entrepreneurs, local businesses and job seekers.  Surrounded by three lakes, our staff balance work with an active lifestyle that the Okanagan offers. Our team members are passionate about growth, innovation and collaboration, where we constantly strive to improve and better ourselves so that we can better support our clients. If you have a growth mindset and can see yourself thriving in this role, you are a great fit for our team. Check us out https://www.futuresbc.com/

What you will do:  

This role is a research and recommendation position focused on identifying operational inefficiencies across CFNO and exploring how AI and other software tools can responsibly streamline them. The intern will investigate available technologies, consult internally with staff across departments, and develop practical, privacy-compliant recommendations for adoption.

Eligibility Requirements

This position is partially funded by Venture for Canada. Venture for Canada is a career acceleration platform that offers immersive entrepreneurship training and work experiences for Canadian students and recent grads. In order to receive the support funding from Venture for Canada, each candidate must first confirm that they meet all funding eligibility requirements. You can find more information about Venture for Canada by visiting their website HERE.

What we need from you

• Currently enrolled in post-secondary program related to business, technology, data, or related program
• Must hold Canadian citizenship, Permanent Residency, or refugee status (International students on a work or student visa are not eligible)

Skills and Abilities

• Strong research and analytical skills; comfort synthesizing qualitative and quantitative input
• Interest in AI tools and responsible technology adoption
• Strong communication skills for cross-departmental consultation and reporting

• Self-directed, with an interest in strategy as much as execution

• A solid understanding and demonstrated experience working on AI programs

What we provide

Benefits and Compensation:

• Biggest benefit is our people, so we invest in interns through individualized training courses provided by Venture For Canada
• A diverse and inclusive environment that includes an Inclusion Committee that brings initiatives to make sure we're meeting the mark 
• Our Social Committee hosts games, lunches, raffles and more bringing a whole lot of fun and energy to the workplace
• Competitive wages
• 16% additional vacation/benefit pay

Wage:  $22 per hour

Application Process:
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and references through the ‘Apply for this Job’ button. All resumes are reviewed, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

CFNO is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring with diversity, equity and inclusion at the forefront. We welcome applications from all qualified applicants, including applicants who identify as Indigenous people, Metis, Inuit, women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, members of 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and applicants of any age. If you require information about our accessible workplace, including disability accommodation, please state your request in your application.

NOTE: Community Futures North Okanagan is not eligible to hire under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP).