Intern - Information Design (Fall 2023 - 4 month contract)

The opportunity

Are you a creative problem solver who is interested in developing the skills and acuity to digest large data set and produce innovative ways of interpreting and visualizing the data?! If so, the Intern - Information Design role is just for you!

Who you’ll work with

• You'll join the Data & Analytics team, which is a multidisciplinary group of data scientists, data analytics and data visualization experts
• You will work in a highly collaborative environment to deliver high quality data solutions
• You'll meet and discuss designs directly with our internal business team clients (Capital Markets, Private Investment, and more)

What you’ll do

Responsibilities include:

• Work closely with the Senior Information Design Lead to develop data visualization solutions for our internal clients
• Collaborate with data analysts and data modelling professionals to ensure efficient delivery of data
• Design & deliver insightful data displays, reports, and dashboards that are both accurate and visually appealing
• Present design solutions to internal clients and collaborate on improvement opportunities

What you’ll need

• Strong visual, interactive, and graphic design skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in articulating design decisions to others
• Experience with Power BI is an asset
• Data analytics skills is an asset
• Examples of design work from work terms or personal projects (ideally includes a focus on data visualization and/or information design)
• Preference may be given to students pursuing a degree related to design, visual communication, data analytics, or related disciplines
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud or equivalent is an asset
• You should be enrolled in a co-op program or returning back to your studies after the work term is completed

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What we’re offering

• Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development, including lunch and learns
• Student led team building events on a monthly basis
• Employee discount programs including Edvantage and Perkopolis
• Degreed: a digital platform that helps you quickly and easily discover, share, and track various learning resources — from courses to videos to articles and more

At Ontario Teachers', diversity is one of our core strengths. We take pride in ensuring that the people we hire and the culture we create, reflect and embrace diversity of thought, background and experience. Through our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion through events for colleagues to connect for professional development, networking & mentoring.  We are building an inclusive and equitable workplace where our talent is respected, accepted and empowered to be themselves.  To learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, check out Life at Teachers'.

How to apply

Are you ready to pursue new challenges and take your career to the next level? Apply today! The following documents are required to be uploaded with your application:

• Resume
• Copy of your transcripts

You will also be invited to complete a pre-recorded digital interview as part of your application.

We thank you for applying, however, only those selected for a personal interview will be contacted. Note that candidates must be legally entitled to work in the country where this role is located.

Accommodations are available upon request (peopleandculture@otpp.com) for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.

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