AI Solutions Specialist Co-op

About Us:
At Rodan Energy, our mission is Making Sustainable, Attainable. As a leading North American energy services company, we provide innovative energy solutions that help clients reduce energy costs and GHG emissions, support electrification, and enhance grid efficiency. With over 20 years of expertise, we’re trusted by North America’s largest energy users, power producers, and utilities.

Why Join Rodan:

• Thriving Industry: Join a rapidly growing sector at the forefront of innovation and sustainability, shaping the future of energy management.
• Product Market Fit: With a 98% client retention rate and consistent YOY growth, Rodan has built a reputation for delivering trusted, long-term partnerships with industry leaders.
• Top Talent & Strong Culture: Collaborate with high-performing, passionate individuals who are committed to excellence and sustainability.

What Makes This Role Great:

• Build AI and automation that support real business operations.
• Contribute to meaningful solutions that improve scale, quality, speed, and decision-making.
• Work across departments and gain visibility into how a modern energy company operates.
• Develop high-demand skills in Microsoft Copilot, Copilot Studio, Azure AI, agentic workflows, automation, and responsible AI adoption.

Key Responsibilities:

• Help build, test, and support AI agents, automation workflows, and AI-powered tools used across the business.
• Translate business needs and department workflows into practical AI-enabled solutions.
• Assist with AI use cases such as support, analytics, forecasting, compliance, reporting, internal knowledge search, and chatbot or assistant-style tools.
• Integrate approved AI tools with systems, data sources, workflows, and documentation repositories where appropriate.
• Create training materials, process documentation, user guides, adoption resources, and knowledge-sharing content.
• Collaborate with teams across departments to deliver high-impact use cases and support enterprise AI rollout.
• Contribute to reusable AI frameworks, prompt patterns, workflow templates, and automation practices that can be extended across Rodan.
• Participate in structured onboarding and learning with tools such as Microsoft Copilot and Copilot Studio.
• Use Databricks where appropriate to support data analysis, reporting, automation, and AI-enabled business use cases.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a registered Co-op program and working towards a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or a related program.
• Experience or strong interest in AI agents, automation, Microsoft Copilot, and Microsoft Copilot Studio.
• Strong understanding of AI concepts with interest in real-world applications.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and support multiple departments.
• Organized, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Awareness of AI governance and responsible AI best practices.
• Experience or interest in using Databricks for data analysis, reporting, automation, or AI-enabled workflows is an asset.

Term Details, Compensation & Work Location

• Term: January 2027 – April 2027 (4-month co-op term)
• Compensation: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour, based on year of study, relevant experience, and internal equity
• Schedule: 40-hour work week
• Location: Mississauga, ON
• Work Arrangement: 5 days per week in-office
• Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing Winter 2027 co-op opportunity

Life at Rodan – Our Culture:
At Rodan, we believe a great workplace goes beyond the work itself. Recognized as Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employer of 2026, we’ve built a culture rooted in collaboration, celebration, and giving back. Here’s what you can look forward to when you join the team:

• Celebrations Throughout the Year: We mark occasions and holidays all year long with team events including holiday parties, team dinners, bowling nights, go-karting, golf tournaments, and more.
• Learning & Growth: Lunch and learns, crossword challenges, and education-funding programs to keep you sharp and growing in your career.
• Giving Back: Our Employee Initiatives Committee (EIC) organizes food drives and fundraising for local charities throughout the year – and everyone is welcome to get involved.

Apply Now: If you are passionate about innovation and want hands-on experience building real AI solutions in a rapidly evolving industry, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcript together as one attachment.

Hiring Process
Rodan Energy's hiring process is designed to identify candidates who are the right fit — technically, culturally, and professionally. As part of our process, candidates should be aware of the following:

• One-Way Video Interview: Some candidates may be invited to complete a one-way video interview, where you record your answers to a set of predetermined questions at a time that suits you. You’ll also get to hear from our leadership about what it’s like to work at Rodan. The video interview lets us learn more about your experience and communication style early on, and gives you the flexibility to respond without needing to book a live interview. You’ll get clear instructions, the number of questions, and a deadline in advance.
• Assignment: Shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a practical assignment. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your strategic thinking, creativity, and approach to real-world challenges relevant to the role.
• Background Check: As part of our hiring process, the successful candidate will be required to complete a background check, which may include a criminal record check, credential verification, and a driver's abstract (if applicable). Professional references will also be collected as part of the process.

We respect your time and will provide clear instructions and reasonable timelines for any assignments requested.

Artificial Intelligence: Rodan Energy Solutions uses artificial intelligence-enabled tools to support the screening and/or assessment of applicants during the recruitment process. All hiring decisions are reviewed by members of our hiring team.

Rodan Energy Solutions is committed to inclusive, accessible recruitment and employment experience in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). Accommodations are available upon request throughout the hiring process and, if hired, during employment. If you require an accommodation, please contact [email protected] so we can work with you to meet your needs in a manner that respects dignity, independence, integration, and equal opportunity.