AI Discovery Associate (Fall 2026)

As an AI Discovery Associate, you will work at the intersection of data and business strategy helping our Public Sector Partners uncover high-value problems that artificial intelligence can solve. This is a hybrid role designed for someone who is equally comfortable exploring a dataset as they are shaping a compelling business narrative around what they find.

GovLab.ai's mission is to set a global example of how to transform the public sector through applied AI. Our program is built to give you real, hands-on experience that prepares you for professional success in one of the fastest-growing fields in Alberta and around the world.

During your 4-month placement, you will be embedded in a project team working directly with Public Sector Partners such as Service Alberta. Your work will fall across two complementary modes:

You will dig into client data to identify patterns, gaps, and inefficiencies that signal meaningful business problems. From there, you will assess whether and how AI or machine learning can address those problems translating raw data findings into clearly scoped use cases with defined business value. You will leverage modern AI tools such as Claude to accelerate your analysis, surface insights from complex datasets, and pressure-test your thinking on AI feasibility. This requires you to develop a working understanding of client workflows, data landscapes, and the practical boundaries of what AI can realistically deliver.

You will contribute directly to the artifacts and outputs that move projects forward including use case documentation, scoping frameworks, stakeholder presentations, and solution briefs. You will use AI tools like Claude as a productivity accelerator to draft, refine, and structure project deliverables efficiently and to a high standard. You will work alongside Project Delivery Managers and AI Architects, supporting the team in communicating findings and recommendations to both technical and non-technical audiences within government.

You will be given structured mentorship, access to AltaML's methodology and tools, and the support of an experienced team to accelerate your growth. Our ultimate goal is to set you up for success  and to have you join us full-time after your internship.