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Business Intelligence Developer Intern, Information and Communications Technology

CompanyUniversity of Saskatchewan
LocationSaskatoon
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 9, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Business Intelligence Intern will support the migration of the data warehouse to Microsoft Fabric and collaborate with the Reporting and Data Systems team to understand information needs. Responsibilities include developing reports, dashboards, and ETL processes while adhering to data governance policies.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
CA$53,091 - CA$82,954
Company Size
6
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
37 hours
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About The Company
Continuing Medical Education (CME) is a division within the College of Medicine with the University of Saskatchewan. CME is a leader in enhancing the patient's quality of health through its innovative educational opportunities in lifelong learning. CME offers continued learning through online courses, virtual and in-person conferences, and partnered programs. CME also provides event services to assist with the planning and organization of events. Event Accreditation helps organizing committees stay on track with all the elements required by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and the College of Family Physicians of Canada for an event to be claimed for study credits by your learners. The Division of CME is fully accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Continuing Medical Education (CACME). As such we can help you accredit your event for specialists for the Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program and for Family Physicians though the Mainpro+ program.
About the Role

Business Intelligence Developer Intern, Information and Communications Technology

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Are you passionate about turning data into insights? Join our Reporting and Data Systems team as a Business Intelligence Intern and gain hands-on experience in data engineering, visualization, and data analytics. You’ll work on meaningful projects that support decision-making across the organization while learning cutting-edge tools and best practices.

Primary Purpose: Support the migration of USask’s on-premises data warehouse to Microsoft Fabric, a cloud-based business intelligence solution.

Nature of Work: The Business Intelligence Intern will collaborate with the Reporting and Data Systems team to understand information needs and reporting requirements. This role involves hands-on technical work, including sourcing data, developing transformation logic, and building advanced Power BI reports. The intern is expected to take initiative in learning business rules, processes, and workflows to ensure accurate and meaningful reporting. Additionally, they will share knowledge, follow best practices to maintain consistency, and contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment.

Typical Duties or Accountabilities:

  • Report and Dashboard Development

Design and build reports, dashboards, and data visualizations using tools such as Microsoft Fabric, SQL, Report Builder and Power BI. Apply best practices in data visualization to present complex information in a clear and intuitive way.

  • Data Engineering
    • Develop and test extract-transform-load (ETL) processes to integrate data into the institutional data warehouse, ensuring reliability and efficiency.
  • Data Governance and Security
    • Adhere to data governance policies and security standards. Implement measures such as access controls, encryption, and data masking to safeguard sensitive information.
  • Documentation
    • Create and maintain documentation for custom tasks, procedures, and services to support knowledge sharing and continuity.
  • Communication
    • Provide regular updates to your manager and team regarding progress, challenges, and new opportunities.
  • Continuous Learning
    • Stay informed about emerging trends and technologies in business intelligence. Participate in training and development opportunities as directed.
  • Additional Duties
    • Perform other related duties or projects as assigned.

Education:

Enrolled in the University of Saskatchewan Computer Science Professional Internship Program (CSPIP) is a requirement.

Skills:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills for working in a team environment
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
  • Familiarity with SQL and database technologies such as SQL Server and experience with Python are an asset

Department: ICT EnterpriseArch&DataMgmt
Status: Term CSPIP 16 month internship 
Employment Group: ASPA
Shift: Mon-Fri, 8:30-4:30 7.5 hours
Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1
Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $53,091.00 - 82,954.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Family (if applicable): Information Technology
Salary Phase/Band: Phase 1
Posted Date: 1/9/2026
Closing Date: 1/15/2026 at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: On Campus

The successful applicant will be required to provide the following current verification(s) where 'Yes' is indicated below. Further information is available at: https://careers.usask.ca/tips-for-applying.php

Criminal Record Check: Yes
Driver's License and Abstract Check: Not Applicable
Education/Credential Verification: Not Applicable
Vulnerable Sector Check: Not Applicable

The University of Saskatchewan aspires to be what the world needs and embraces equity, diversity and inclusion as foundational to excellence and innovation. We actively seek to create a welcoming environment where all individuals feel empowered to thrive, contribute, and grow. Applications from equity-deserving groups are encouraged as part of our ongoing efforts to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve: EDI Framework for Action.
We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin | taapwaywin | tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and the Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation.
The University of Saskatchewan provides an accessible and inclusive workplace. Should you require support through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources for assistance.

Key Skills
Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingAttention To DetailCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsSQLData VisualizationData EngineeringETL ProcessesPower BIMicrosoft FabricDocumentationContinuous LearningData GovernanceSecurity Standards
Categories
TechnologyData & AnalyticsSoftware