Global R&D Internship (39605) na McCain Foods

Position Title: Global R&D Internship - Summer 2026 - Toronto

Position Type: Temporary - Full-Time ​

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Requisition ID: 39605 

Research & Development Data Science Internship.

Toronto, Ontario

In every role, McCainers are ambitious, curious, and passionate about creating exceptional work experiences - together. With a customer-first mindset, we make doing business with McCain easy.

About the role.

We are looking for an innovative Research and Development Intern for Summer 2026 to accelerate the development and deployment of advanced data tools and AI-driven insights, with a primary focus on supporting our research and development (R&D) initiatives. This position will extract actionable insights from complex datasets, develop apps and digital solutions to improve R&D work efficiency, and help drive data-informed decision-making throughout the organization.

This position will be based in our Toronto, Ontario location, with the expectation of working onsite/in-office five days a week.

What you’ll be doing.

• Accelerate the development of AI-driven data tools to address R&D data needs, utilizing Genie (AI) and Databricks to extract and communicate actionable insights.
• Design, build, and implement AI-powered applications that enhance R&D work efficiency and inform strategic decision-making processes.
• Apply statistical modeling to large, diverse datasets to identify key patterns, trends, and opportunities for the R&D function.
• Operate independently to develop, test, and optimize digital tools and apps in line with R&D requirements and project expectations.
• Regularly communicate and report analytical findings, progress, and recommendations to stakeholders and larger multidisciplinary teams.
• Develop, establish, and manage data analytic dashboards and reports to provide clear, real-time visibility into ongoing R&D activities.
• Maintain accurate record-keeping systems and organize data resources to ensure comprehensive data traceability, auditability, and compliance with internal protocols.

What you’ll need to be successful.

• College Junior/Senior majoring in Food Science, Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics or a closely related discipline
• A passion for learning
• A love of food!
• Exposure to or experience with Power BI, SQL, Application Development, AI is an asset
• Demonstrated experience in developing digital tools, dashboards, or data-driven applications, ideally within an R&D or innovation-focused environment.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, combined with the ability to work independently and communicate findings to diverse stakeholders.
• Familiarity with industry best practices in data management, security, and traceability.
• Ability to effectively manage tight timelines and prioritize tasks in an agile environment; flexibly handling additional tasks as assigned.
• Self-starting personality - you are highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented.

About the team.

The Intern will be part of our Global Research & Development team. The team designs and develops exciting new products such as fries, pizza pockets, and desserts for retail and food service customers and works cross-functionally with other digital teams.

About McCain.

Click Here to learn more about McCain and how we provide you with opportunities to make an impact that matters.

Leadership principles.

At McCain, our leadership principles guide how we engage with customers, collaborate as a team, and achieve success. We focus on understanding customer needs, driving innovation, empowering people, and taking ownership to clear obstacles and deliver results.

The McCain experience.

We are McCain. This statement is a testament to our collective strength and our individual value. Your contributions play a vital role in our success. Our winning culture is rooted in authenticity and trust, empowering us to bring out the best in one another. Here, you’ll find opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Join us and experience why we’re better together.

Compensation Package: $23.00-$26.00 CAD hourly wage equivalent, paid salary. 

The above reflects the target compensation range for the position at the time of posting. Hiring compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education and training, and other organizational needs.

Benefits: At McCain, we’re on a mission to create a winning culture that puts employee safety and well-being at the heart of what we do, every day. We understand and appreciate that each person’s needs are unique and ensure our benefits & well-being programs reflect that. Due to the duration of this role, you will not be eligible for traditional benefits through our programs. McCain's early careers programming offers a multitude of learning experiences aimed at advancing your career in the future.

Your well-being matters to us, and we’re here to provide you with the necessary resources to support you in being your best self at work — and at home.

McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. As a global family-owned company, we strive to be the employer of choice in the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that inclusion drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

McCain is an accessible employer. If you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials or accessible meeting rooms), please let us know  and we will work with you to find appropriate solutions. 

Your privacy is important to us. By submitting personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with McCain’s Global Privacy Policy and Global Employee Privacy Policy, as applicable. You can understand how your personal information is being handled here.

Job Family: Research & Development      
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Company: McCain Foods (Canada)