Co-op Student(Masters), Digital Solutions - Winter 2027

Job number: J0826-0663 Job title: Co-op Student(Masters), Digital Solutions - Winter 2027 Job Type: Co-op Student Vacancy Type: New Location: Ottawa, Toronto, Ontario, Canada Number of positions: 1 Contract Duration : 4 months- Jan -April 2027 Date posted: August 31, 2026 Closing date: September 14, 2026 Compensation: $42,130\.00 - $50,613\.00/year **Who we are** -------------- We are an organization comprised of industry thought leaders who are passionate about health data and want to make a difference in the health care field. We are an independent, not-for-profit organization and together with our partners we provide essential information on Canada's health systems, enabling decisions that lead to healthier Canadians. As a valued member of the CIHI team, you and your work will have a pivotal role in the evolution of Canada's health care systems. CIHI is recognized as an eceptional place to work that embraces diversity, respect, integrity, collaboration and innovation. At CIHI, we recognize what matters to our employees. Some of the benefits of working at CIHI include * HOOPP Pension Plan (Defined Benefits Pension) * Retirement Planning Program * Generous vacation days for permanent and long-term contracts * Work-life balance * Career Planning Program * Learning and Professional Development Program Fle* ible benefits program from your first day on the job for permanent and long-term contracts **Why is this role important?** ------------------------------- CIHI is reimagining how to present data and information on our website to improve user eperience and, at the same time, optimize our internal processes and leverage new technology to improve timeliness of deployment, operational efficiency and achieve cost savings. The Digital Solutions team is responsible for leading various projects to achieve and operationalize this vision. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in various aspects to help advance and support the modernization of CIHI’s reporting and data management platforms. **What you'll do** ------------------ The student will have the opportunity to participate in various project and operation activities. Activities could include: 1\. Support operational activities for products developed through the Digital Solutions project work. 2\. Reviewing and analysing business requirements. 3\. Support the development of test cases with traceability to acceptance criteria and requirements. 4\. Perform User Acceptance Testing to ensure functional requirements are met. 5\. Assist with the preparation materials for stakeholder communication and engagement activities. 6\. Participate in project and department meetings. 7\. Support other activities across the Digital Solutions branch as required. **What you'll bring to the table** ---------------------------------- * Currently enrolled in a graduate program such as eHealth, health informatics, data science or related discipline. * Proficiency with standard word processing, spreadsheet, database, and communications software (e.g. Microsoft Office). * Strong attention to detail, communication skills and organizational skills. * Ability to work as part of a team. * Eperience in manipulating and interpreting data, preferably clinical and/or other health care data * Eperience in Python/PySpark, Qlik Sense and/or JIRA an asset. To find out more about this role and other eciting opportunities visit our website at www.cihi.ca and check out our 'Careers' section. We thank all those who apply, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. ***At CIHI we are committed to fostering an inclusive, barrier-free and accessible environment. Part of this commitment includes arranging accommodations to ensure an equitable opportunity to participate in the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.*** Please note the CIHI Recruiting Team uses to communicate with applicants. Please make sure your profile has an updated address that is checked regularly, including the junk/spam mail folder, as we send time sensitive s (i.e. testing and interview bookings). ***Data Privacy and Record Retention Notice*** In accordance with Ontario’s legislation, CIHI is required to retain copies of this job posting and all associated application materials for a minimum of three (3\) years from the date the posting is removed from public view. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your personal information and application data will be stored securely in our systems for this mandatory retention period to ensure compliance with provincial employment standards. Are you interested in this job?