The Vector Institute invites you to accelerate your career in AI through our FastLane Applied Projects program. Join us on Nov 8th at 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm EST to learn more.

Description

FastLane Applied Projects is a 4-month paid program that offers an immersive exerperience for students and recent graduates to enhance their skills in Al and aid small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in their innovation journey. It is designed to provide patricipants with valuable industry experience and the opportunity to work alongside top-tier Al talent.

Program benefits

  • Work on real-world industry challenges outside the academic environment
  • Leverage Vector’s unique expertise in delivering AI projects
  • Expand your network among key players in the AI ecosystem

When does the project start?

We are seeking candidates that would like to participate in our upcoming Winter Cohort, which will focus on univariate and multivariate Forecasting use cases. Student application submissions will open on November 8, 2023, and end on November 14, 2023. The Winter cohort will officially commence on January 15, 2024.

Who should apply?

  • You are a student/recent graduate (within 1 year of graduation, ie. you are not eligible in this program if you graduated before Jan 15, 2023) of an Al-related program, or a researcher working with Vector Faculty.
  • You have skills and experience employing machine learning models in Python. Prior relevant experience is considered an asset.
  • You have the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
  • You’re eager to contribute to the Canadian AI ecosystem.

Compensation

A full-time position offers $13,900 plus 4% vacation pay, while a part-time position provides $7,600 plus 4% vacation pay, translating to roughly $25 per hour.

Application Form

If you’re interested in applying to this program,, please complete the application form by Tuesday, Nov 14, 2023, at 11:59 PM (MIDNIGHT) EST. The application form should not take more than 10 minutes to complete.

Session Materials

Recording of the Call for Participation Info Session Meeting – Nov 8, 2023: HERE

Call for Participation Presentation Deck: HERE

This event is open to students and recent graduates from AI Masters and PhD programs in Canada. Any registration that is found not to be an AI Masters or PhD student or recent grad will be asked to provide verification and, if unable to do so, will not be able to attend the event. Please contact events@vectorinstitute.ai with any questions.