The Role

We’re looking for a MITACs Student to join our team for the May 2026 semester. In this role, you’ll be response for a research project applying cutting edge AI techniques to help detect fraud or money laundering.

NOTE: Applicants MUST be an active Masters or PhD student at Memorial University for the entire duration of the internship.

What You'll Do:

• Bring a project from conception to implementation.

• Apply cutting edge techniques to fraud and money laundering detection problems using real world data.

• Write an academic paper/report based on research findings.

• Present results at Nasdaq Verafin’s AI Learning Seminar Series.

What We're Looking For:

• University students who are currently and will be enrolled in a Masters or PhD. Program from May 2026-August 2026.

• Ability to work both as an independent researcher and as a member of a team.

• Proficiency in multiple programming languages, including Python.

• Strong data analysis skills.

• A deep desire to learn new things.

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience with machine learning frameworks and methodologies

• Familiarity with AWS services such as SageMaker, S3, and other cloud-based ML tools

• Knowledge of Large Language Models (LLMs) and their applications