Fusion Internship Program – AIA Canada

Position Overview

Through Fusion – Cognizant’s Internship Program, you will work alongside experienced associates on complex and emerging technology projects for Cognizant clients and internal partners within our Artificial Intelligence and Analytics (AIA) practice.

During the internship, you will receive mentorship and support to ensure your success on the project. Fusion delivers constant learning opportunities such as lunch and learns, industry spotlights and leadership engagement. Exciting social activities are planned throughout the internship to provide opportunities to network with Cognizant professionals and others in your intern cohort.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program, pursuing a degree in STEM (Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, Software Engineering, etc.), or equivalent degree programs

• Experience with Python, Java, C++, SQL

• AI or Data Engineers with strong engineering fundamentals/programming experience

• AI exposure preferred, along with an experimentation / agentic AI mindset

• Eligible for internships 6 to 12 months from their final graduation date

• Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Proven capabilities in teamwork and leadership

• A strong interest in technology and digital modernization

• Self-motivated, strong work ethic with a dedication to client service excellence

• Ability to work as part of a cross-cultural team, including flexibility to support multiple time zones when necessary

• Proven Microsoft Office skills including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Total compensation

We regularly assess market data to ensure we offer a competitive compensation package for our associates. The salary for this position is CAD $25 per hour, 40 hours per week.

Working arrangements

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a client or Cognizant office in Mississauga, Ontario.

All interns must also travel to Denver, Colorado for onboarding and initial training during the first week of the internship. Cognizant will provide all travel, lodging, and approved expenses for this portion of the program.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

Start Date

The internship will last 9 weeks, starting in June 2026.

Additional disclosures

• Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

• Applications for this position are reviewed by our recruitment team without the use of artificial intelligence screening tools.