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TELUS

TELUS is seeking three interns for the position of IT Automation Developer Intern to address a critical need for operational efficiency within its Wireless & Wireline Network Core team. This team is responsible for maintaining TELUS’s wireless and wireline platforms while continuously seeking innovative solutions to enhance service delivery and improve overall network performance. Currently, the organization faces challenges with manual processes in inventory ordering for wireless numbering, which can lead to inefficiencies, delays, and a higher risk of errors that impact customer experience and service reliability. By automating these processes, the interns will play a pivotal role in streamlining operations, ultimately reducing the potential for costly mistakes and enhancing resource management.
This project will not only address immediate operational challenges but also foster a culture of innovation within TELUS by laying the groundwork for future automation initiatives. The expertise required to solve these problems includes advanced knowledge of Python, familiarity with the GCP environment (including Big Query), proficiency in Google App Scripts, and advanced skills in Google Sheets. Strong communication skills and a problem-solving mindset will be crucial for collaborating with subject matter experts on the network optimization and numbering team. Through this internship, participants will gain invaluable experience in developing practical applications that support business needs through automation, equipping them with skills that are highly relevant in today’s technology-driven landscape. This initiative will ultimately empower TELUS to enhance its operational capabilities and better serve its customers.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Stephanie Howes

Student:

Partner:

TELUS Communications

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Information and cultural industries

University:

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Finning Canada

Finning Canada, as the world’s largest Caterpillar dealer, operates across diverse industries, including mining, construction, petroleum, and forestry, while maintaining a strong commitment to community investment and support. However, the organization faces a pressing challenge in fully realizing its potential for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within its workforce and corporate culture. The need for a comprehensive DEI strategy is critical to address disparities and to create a workplace that genuinely reflects the communities it serves. This project seeks to not only identify and rectify current gaps in DEI practices but also to develop innovative initiatives that foster a culture of belonging, engagement, and empowerment among employees.
The improvement priority for Finning is to create actionable plans that effectively integrate DEI principles into all aspects of the organization, from recruitment to employee engagement and retention. By developing and implementing tailored resources, the DEI intern will enable employees to advocate for and participate in DEI initiatives actively. The expertise required to tackle this problem encompasses knowledge of DEI best practices, strong analytical and organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups. The intern will be tasked with gathering and analyzing data from audits and research findings to create effective strategies, as well as facilitating the planning and execution of DEI-related events and initiatives. This project will ultimately help Finning transcend its day-to-day operations by embedding DEI values into its corporate ethos, promoting a more inclusive workplace culture that enhances employee satisfaction, innovation, and overall business performance.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Stephanie Howes

Student:

Partner:

Finning International

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Construction and infrastructure; Mining

University:

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Peoplewise Solutions

PeopleWise Solutions Ltd. is dedicated to transforming organizational cultures by ensuring businesses have the best employee-centered practices and technologies to enhance engagement and performance. The organization works closely with companies to create supportive work environments that enable employees to thrive and contribute to business success. However, despite their specialized services, PeopleWise Solutions faces challenges in scaling their business and expanding their client base in an increasingly competitive HR market. The primary issue lies in identifying new opportunities, creating compelling content to attract potential clients, and refining business strategies that align with market trends and client needs.
This internship project aims to go beyond the organization’s day-to-day operations by focusing on comprehensive business development strategies that will drive sustainable growth. The intern will assist in conducting market research to identify industry trends, analyzing competitor strategies, and utilizing data insights to inform decision-making. Additionally, they will contribute to creating content that elevates brand visibility and engages prospective clients, which is essential for growing the company’s presence in the market. By analyzing performance metrics and providing recommendations for improvement, the intern will help streamline PeopleWise Solutions’ business development efforts, ensuring that the strategies implemented are data-driven and effective.
The expertise required to address these challenges includes market research, quantitative analysis, business strategy development, content creation, and client engagement. The intern must possess the skills to analyze data, recognize emerging business opportunities, and assist in the development of strategies that align with the company’s objectives. Strong communication skills, adaptability, and proficiency in CRM software and other business tools are also crucial to solving these challenges. By contributing to these areas, the intern will not only help PeopleWise Solutions overcome its current business development hurdles but also support the company in establishing a more robust, sustainable presence in the HR sector. This will create long-term value forPeopleWise

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Faculty Supervisor:

Stephanie Howes

Student:

Partner:

PeopleWise Solutions Ltd.

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services; Transportation and warehousing

University:

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Propagating Instrumental Systematics to Cosmological Analysis Pipeline for HIRAX

This research sheds light on the mysterious force of dark energy, driving the universe’s accelerated expansion, and reveals how cosmic structures evolve. Since hydrogen makes up most of the universe, its natural radiation at radio wavelengths allows us to map large volumes of space and track the distribution of matter. The Hydrogen Intensity and Real-time Analysis eXperiment (HIRAX) is a radio telescope array positioned to detect faint hydrogen signals and study the universe’s expansion across different cosmic periods. Through the Mitacs Globalink Research project, I aim to assess the recovery of the desired hydrogen signal and understanding how the instrumental imperfections impact HIRAX’s capacity to make accurate observations. By measuring tiny surface deformations in telescope dishes through precise metrology techniques, followed by simulations to assess how these deformations affect the telescope’s observational accuracy, I aim to mitigate these potential sources of error, thus preserving the quality of HIRAX’s scientific data. Through this project, both the participating institutions will work closely to develop/improve data analysis pipelines and assess the impact of dish surface deformations on cosmological observations. This collaboration will provide a platform for knowledge exchange between the participating institutions, fostering further research opportunities in cosmology and radio instrumentation beyond HIRAX.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Hsin Cynthia Chiang

Student:

Partner:

ETH Zurich

Discipline:

Physics

Sector:

Education

University:

McGill University

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Evaluation of the Corrosion Tendency of a Novel of 2-amino 2-methyl propanol (AMP) and 1-(2-hydroxyethyl) pyrrolidine (1-(2-HE) PRLD) Blend used for CO2 Capture from Industrial Exhaust Gases in a Commercial CO2 Capture Plant

This projects aims to evaluate the corrosion rate of carbon steel in a 2:2 molar ratio (4M total molar concentration) of AMP: 1-(2-HE) PRLD environment as a function of absorber/desorber temperature, O2 concentration in the flue gas, and CO2 loading. This evaluation is to ensure that this novel amine blend can be used reliably with chemical stability for CO2 capture from industrial exhaust gases in a commercial CO2 capture plant.
In order to achieve the above objectives, the following specific sub objectives have been carved out.
1. To determine the effect of temperature on the corrosion rate of carbon steel with 2:2 AMP-PRLD
2. To determine the effect of O2 concentration in flue gas on the corrosion rate of carbon steel with 2:2 AMP-PRLD.
3. To determine the effect of CO2 loading in the amine solution on the corrosion rate of carbon steel with 2:2 AMP-PRLD.
4. To model the effect of temperature, O2 concentration in flue gas, and CO2 loading on the corrosion rate of carbon steel with 2:2 AMP-PRLD.
This research will address a critical challenge that can significantly impact the long-term viability of CO2 capture plants. Ultimately, this project will contribute to Canada’s broader goal of achieving net-zero emissions and promoting a sustainable energy future.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Raphael Idem

Student:

Partner:

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Energy and Utilities; Natural Resources; Clean Technology

University:

University of Regina

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Détermination des sites de fixation des éléments traces métalliques dans les sédiments de lac

L’approche conventionnelle de l’interprétation des résultats de géochimie d’exploration implique généralement des méthodes statistiques variablement sophistiquées. La faible capacité prédictive de la méthode est notoire. De plus, la littérature demeure sans réponse quant aux sites de fixation préférentiels des métaux dans les sédiments de lac. Dans le but d’éventuellement relier la source aux enrichissements secondaires, IOS Services Géoscientifiques Inc (entreprise partenaire) aimerait déterminer les sites de fixation préférentiels des métaux dans les sédiments de lac. La microscopie à balayage électronique sera utilisée pour cartographier les échantillons et observer où vont se fixer les différents éléments. Les échantillons utilisés ont déjà été testés par différentes méthodes. Le projet sera réalisé sur des échantillons dont les concentrations en éléments sont considérées comme anomales. Selon les résultats de l’étude, l’entreprise pourra développer un procédé d’analyse journalière pour déterminer le partitionnement des métaux lorsqu’ils sont présents en proportion anormal dans l’environnement

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Faculty Supervisor:

Maxime Paré

Student:

Partner:

IOS Services Géoscientifiques Inc

Discipline:

Earth science

Sector:

Mining

University:

Université du Québec à Chicoutimi

Program:

Accelerate

Photo Expressions

Photo Expressions, a family-run business with over 41 years of experience, faces the challenge of streamlining its technological infrastructure to support business growth and enhance operational efficiency. The organization provides diverse photography services, including school portraits, studio sessions, and digitization of old media, while maintaining a strong commitment to customer relationships and community support. As the company expands, they need to automate various processes—such as production workflows, reporting, and email functions—and integrate disparate software systems. Addressing these innovation priorities will modernize their operations, optimize resource use, and improve service delivery beyond their day-to-day activities. Solving these challenges requires expertise in information technology, including skills in software integration, Excel automation, basic programming, and data analysis. An IT intern with this skill set will help Photo Expressions implement these improvements, ultimately enhancing their ability to manage complex projects and maintain their reputation for excellent service.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Stephanie Howes

Student:

Partner:

Photo Expressions

Discipline:

Business

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Comprehensive analysis of the production of green hydrogen from selected biomass (cocoa pod husk, rice husk, coconut husk, sawdust, etc.) resources for assessment of the economic viability of the process.

This study seeks to conduct a comprehensive analysis to investigate the optimum process parameters for generating green hydrogen from waste materials (cocoa pod husk, rice husk, coconut husk, sawdust, etc.) and to assess the economic viability of the process. The use of the selected biomass as feedstock would provide a clearer scientific understanding of green hydrogen generation, proper management of the biomass, and better diversification of the energy mix of any country generating those wastes. It is envisaged that the study would provide great insights and a detailed understanding of the issues of real biomass complexity, particularly using the case study in this project

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Faculty Supervisor:

Raphael Idem

Student:

Partner:

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Clean Technology; Green/Alternative Energy

University:

University of Regina

Program:

Globalink Research Award

Touring Strategy for Why Not Theatre

This project will develop an innovative touring strategy for Why Not Theatre’s production of The Mahabharata, expanding its reach across domestic and international markets. The intern will collaborate with theatre professionals to design a business model that enhances touring efficiency, audience engagement, and financial sustainability.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Charlie Wall-Andrews

Student:

Partner:

Why Not Theatre

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Arts, entertainment and recreation

University:

Toronto Metropolitan University

Program:

Business Strategy Internship

Stabilité d’un mélange de probiotiques sur litière de poulailler et efficacité pour contrôler des pathogènes

Le projet inclut plusieurs objectifs, dont le principal qui vise à évaluer l‘efficacité et la stabilité du produit Bio-Litter, un mélange de probiotiques contenant plusieurs souches de Bacillus spp. Ce produit est utilisé pour favoriser la formation d’un biofilm protecteur dans les environnements d’élevage, comme la litière des poulaillers et pourrait ainsi compétitionner avec des bactéries pathogènes. Les objectifs sont d‘étudier la capacité du produit à maintenir ses propriétés au fil du temps après inoculation sur des copeaux de bois, d’évaluer la capacité de formation de biofilm de souches de Bacillus spp. après maturation sur planchettes de bois afin d‘imiter les surfaces de bâtiments d‘élevage, et l‘évaluation de l‘inhibition de croissance de Bacillus sera fait envers deux pathogènes: Escherichia coli (APEC) et Salmonella. Dans l‘ensemble, le projet permettra d‘apporter des réponses quant à l‘efficacité du Bio-Litter en tant qu‘agent inhibiteur de pathogènes et outil de gestion durable.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Martine Boulianne

Student:

Partner:

Probiotech International Inc

Discipline:

Life Sciences

Sector:

Agriculture; Manufacturing

University:

Université de Montréal

Program:

Accelerate

Actualisation des pratiques de bientraitance pour les personnes aînées LGBTQ au Québec : Mise à jour du projet “Pour que vieillir soi gai” de la Fondation Émergence.

Ce projet de recherche vise à mieux comprendre les réalités et les besoins des personnes aînées LGBTQ+ afin de favoriser des milieux de vie inclusifs et respectueux de leur diversité. Le stagiaire réalisera une étude qui explore les besoins spécifiques de cette population en matière de bientraitance et de sécurité, en tenant compte des multiples aspects de leur identité (âge, orientation sexuelle, identité de genre, etc.). Les résultats permettront de mettre à jour un guide d’information essentiel pour les intervenants en milieux de vie pour personnes âgées, développé par la Fondation Émergence. Ce guide offrira des recommandations pratiques pour aider les gestionnaires et intervenants à créer des environnements où les personnes aînées LGBTQ+ se sentent en sécurité et bien accueillies. Ce projet renforcera ainsi la qualité des services et la visibilité de cette population souvent marginalisée.

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Faculty Supervisor:

David Koussens

Student:

Partner:

Fondation Émergence

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Other services (except public administration)

University:

Université de Sherbrooke

Program:

Accelerate

Highly Performant Crop Gripper

The project aims to develop a highly performant tool to cut and grap vegetable crops.

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Faculty Supervisor:

Clément Gosselin

Student:

Partner:

Sami Agtech Inc.

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

Université Laval

Program:

Accelerate