Job Description

Are you ready to be part of a dynamic and innovative company that's revolutionizing Financial Crime Management? At Nasdaq Verafin, we're not just industry leaders; we're trailblazers in providing cutting-edge, cloud-based solutions for financial institutions. We're creating the world's most effective financial crime fighting network!
Exciting Opportunity: MITACs Student
We're seeking a talented MITACs Student to join our vibrant team for the September 2025 semester. In this role, you'll be responsible for a research project applying cutting edge AI techniques to help detect Fraud or Money Laundering.

NOTE: Applicants MUST be an active Masters or PhD student at Memorial University for the entire duration of the internship.

What You'll Do:Bring a project from conception to implementation cutting edge techniques to fraud and money laundering detection problems using real world data Write an academic paper/report based on research findings Present results at Nasdaq Verafin's AI Learning Seminar Series

What We're Looking For:Ability to work both as an independent researcher and as a member of a team Proficiency in multiple programming languages, including Python Strong data analysis skills A deep desire to learn new things A passion for crime fighting

What Success Looks Like:Publishing a paper at an AI conference Contributing ideas to the AI projects of other students Working effectively with other teams and stakeholders

Growth Opportunities:Engaging in training and development programs. Mentoring by Nasdaq's Verafin's team of experienced Data Scientists

Why Nasdaq Verafin?Innovative Solutions: Be part of a team that's at the forefront of financial crime management technology, in a rapidly evolving industry. Impactful Work: Help financial institutions protect themselves and their customers from fraud and other financial crimes such as elder abuse, human trafficking and money laundering. Dynamic Growth: Join a company that's expanding quickly, offering you endless opportunities to grow and advance. This position is located in St. John's and offers the opportunity for a hybrid work environment (at least 2 days a week in office, subject to change), providing flexibility and accessibility for qualified candidates.

NOTE: Applicants MUST be an active Masters or PhD student at Memorial University for the entire duration of the internship.

This job posting closes on Wednesday, May 28th at 11:59pm Newfoundland Time Zone.
Come as You Are
Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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