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About the job At Nutrien, our purpose is Feeding the Future and we do so with safety, inclusion, integrity and results as our core values. Nothing is more important than sending our people home safe, every day. Nutrien Ag Solutions is the retail division of Nutrien™, the largest crop inputs company in the world. As part of our collective mission of Feeding the Future, Nutrien Ag Solutions provides full-acre solutions through our trusted crop consultants at more than 2,000 locations in North America, South America, Europe and Australia. For more than 150 years, we have been helping growers achieve the highest yields with a wide selection of products, including our proprietary brands: Loveland Products, Inc.; Proven®Seed and Dyna-Gro®Seed; as well as financial, custom application and precision ag services. We harvest the best. Diverse views and experience make us strong. We look for people who have a safety-first mindset, who are collaborative team players, who deliver on their commitments, act with integrity, and who support inclusion. Working at Nutrien Ag Solutions will provide you an opportunity to help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be, and grow your career. This position is for a Summer 2024 internship which will last approximately 12 weeks and will be based at our Research Park location in Champaign, IL or Headquarter location in Loveland, CO. What You Will Do Analyze, process, and develop pipelines for data across the agricultural domain, working with a multitude of different sources to deliver clean material for implementation in the scientific compute Research novel approaches to mass simulation, contributing to the development of production systems through model creation and improvement Ingest primary data from a variety of sources, compile, catalog, and assess the quality of said data with respect to the applied domain What You Will Bring Currently pursuing a degree in Agricultural Engineering, Computer Science, Atmospheric Science, or equivalent related program with a graduation date of Aug 2024 or later Compensation & Benefits The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn suggested does not represent Nutrien’s compensation structure. Salary range $18.56 – $26.75 per hour. This range is estimated for Intern, Agronomic and Environmental Sciences in Loveland, CO. Actual salary and benefits may differ based upon location. We provide a benefits package that includes catastrophic coverages including life, accidental death and dismemberment, and business travel accident insurance for a position of at least three months in duration and more than 30 hours per week. Our benefit package also demonstrates our culture of care with paid sick days and holidays as well as an Employee and Family Assistance Program. A Student or Intern role does not participate in any retirement savings or incentive programs. Nutrien will comply with benefit and retirement regulations, as necessary. Details of the benefits package will be shared in the application process. This information is provided in compliance with applicable state equal pay and pay equity legislation and is the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. Nutrien also makes internal equity a consideration in all pay decisions. Apply Here

Want to help solve the world’s most pressing challenges? Feeding the world’s growing population and slowing climate change are two of the world’s greatest challenges. AGCO is a part of the solution! Join us to make your contribution. We are looking for someone who is excited about a career aimed at improving farm operations and is passionate about designing industry-leading smart farming solutions to sustainably feed our world. AGCO is a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and precision Ag technology driving farmer-focused solutions.  This role is part of AGCO’s Rotational Development Program (RDP). The Rotational Development Program will offer you three 6-month rotations in the area of engineering over a total of 18 months to build up knowledge about the engineering field, our product portfolio, the product development process, in addition to essential business and soft skills. Upon successful completion of the program, you will have career opportunity in AGCO’s Engineering group. Candidates who apply for this program, should be interested in a long-term career path with AGCO and be excited about developing industry leading technologies in their area of engineering focus. By joining ACGO’s Rotational Development Program, you will discover the endless career opportunities through a strong foundation design engineering and understanding of our customers – farmers. Your Impact As part of the RDP, you will interact and work with other RDP team members from different functions, such as data analytics, sales and marketing, IT, etc., to build up a professional network that will benefit the rest of your career. The program also includes group development activities, such as facilities tours, customer visits, hands-on farming and machinery experience, continual education, mentorship, professional development workshop, and more. You will be part of a global, customer-centric team of engineering experts who are passionate about improving farm machinery and farming practices with the ultimate aim of placing the best possible tools in the hands of our customers, enabling them to maximize their farm income. The successful candidate will contribute to our product development process and gain experience in a breadth of engineering activities. Responsibilities may vary based on the person’s experience, skillset, and assigned rotations. Travel Requirement: <50% for meeting, training, rotations, and events during the Rotational Development Program. Your Experience and Qualifications Must be legally authorized to work in United States – no visa sponsorship Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or other relevant technical field Fluency in English Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Appreciation and understanding of the agriculture industry and farmers Relocation consideration after rotational development program to pursue different career paths and options within AGCO Your Benefits We also invite you to “Make the Most of YOU” – Benefits include: health care and wellness plans, flexible and virtual work options (where available), 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, paid holidays and paid time off, flexible spending accounts, reimbursement for continuing education, company philanthropic programs, company perks programs, and much more… Apply here 

Company Overview Do you want to use your machine learning skills to help solve one of the most pressing problems of our time?  At Ensaras, Inc., we are using the latest machine learning, advanced analytics and artificial intelligence tools to treat and preserve our world’s most precious resource: Water.  Our leadership team includes experts in wastewater treatment, process engineering, data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. As a machine learning intern you will develop and test algorithms using data from wastewater treatment facilities in order to assist operators in performing their daily tasks and to optimize the plant’s treatment processes using data-driven insights.  Job Description We are looking for a talented, passionate, and hardworking machine learning intern, who thrives as a self-starter in a start-up setting.  We are a small team, and you will be responsible for developing and testing machine learning and AI algorithms under the guidance of company leadership. You will report directly to the company President.  We are looking for someone with experience with python, scikit-learn, deep learning, and reinforcement learning.  Experience with integration of machine learning and AI algorithms into cloud-based web services hosted on AWS is a plus.  Your responsibilities will include: Wrangle data.  Develop and test machine learning and artificial intelligence algorithms using wastewater treatment plant data.  Integrate key data-driven insights into the existing data pipelines and dashboards.  Produce well-documented and reusable code.  Requirements  Time commitment of 40 hours per week for minimum 10 weeks during the summer and a minimum of 10 hours per week during the academic year.  Currently pursuing M.S. or B.S. in computer science, electrical and computer engineering, data science or related fields.  Proficiency in python and javascript web programming languages.  Experience using cloud-based services (e.g., AWS).  Experience with developing machine learning / deep learning algorithms and using machine learning packages.  Strong organizational and project management skills.  Excellent verbal communication skills.  Detail oriented.  Remote working is acceptable.  Please email resumes to info@ensaras.com

Who We Are: At Abbott, we’re committed to helping people live their best possible life through the power of health. For more than 135 years, we’ve brought new products and technologies to the world — in nutrition, diagnostics, medical devices and branded generic pharmaceuticals — that create more possibilities for more people at all stages of life. Today, over 114,000 of us are working to help people live not just longer, but better, in the more than 160 countries we serve.  Position Summary: We are seeking PhD Bioengineering, Biomechanics or Kinesiology student intern at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign to collaborate with the Abbott Ventures team. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to the advancement of biosensor technology in healthcare, a key Abbott initiative that will ultimately allow Abbott businesses to continue to achieve our overarching goal of helping our customers live “Life to the Fullest”.    Key responsibilities:  Conduct a comprehensive global analysis of the current biosensor landscape, including key players, applications, and differentiating factors. This analysis will provide valuable insights into the current state of biosensor technology in the healthcare industry. Identify cutting-edge consumer-facing technologies tailored for sports, health, and wellness. By staying at the forefront of technological advancements, we can ensure that our products and services align with the evolving needs and preferences of consumers. Assist in defining the most relevant biomarkers for optimizing sports performance, promoting health, and enhancing wellness. Understanding the key indicators of performance and well-being is crucial in developing effective biosensors that can accurately monitor and track an individual’s health and fitness. Contribute to the development of a novel biosensor to address unmet needs in the market. By leveraging their expertise and innovative thinking, the candidate will play a key role in developing cutting-edge biosensor technology that addresses the evolving needs of the healthcare industry. What We Offer To Our Student Employees: Part-time employment with Abbott at our UIUC Research Park area office   Minimum of 8-10 hrs per week and maximum of 19 hrs per week   Competitive hourly wage   Flexible work schedule with 24/7 keycard office access  Modern, collaborative workspace in a newly renovated office   Qualifications: Must be currently enrolled as a PhD student in Computer Engineering or Computer Science  Any additional training in statistics is a plus  Prospective interns must have an attention to detail, be an effective communicator, and have excellent verbal/written English language skills  Must also be a self-motivated problem-solver that can work effectively independently  Start Date/Duration: Spring/Summer Semester 2024 with potential to continue beyond.  Application Deadline: 3/05/24  Interested in Applying? Candidates should submit their resume or any questions to Patrick Killian (patrick.killian@abbott.com) and include in the title “Research Park Intern Candidate”   

COUNTRY Financial is seeking Data Science interns. These positions will be in our DigitaLab at the University of Illinois Research Park in Champaign, IL. As a Data Scientist you will be working with business partners and COUNTRY Technology to develop and test data and software development solutions for our COUNTRY Financial clients, representatives, and employees. As a Data Science intern at COUNTRY Financial, you will: Deep dive into competitive intelligence for our products Conduct analysis to gain quicker, streamlined understanding of our business results and trends Utilize machine learning methods to create data models, concepts such as regression, classification, and forecasting Work closely with DigitaLab Software Developer interns on delivering working solutions (Application Development, Generative AI, etc.) Collaborate with DigitaLab Software Developer and UI/UX interns on cross-functional teams Participate in Agile Release Trains Requirements: Must be actively pursuing a college degree at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign for the duration of the internship Self-motivated learner with leadership capabilities Strong collaboration, written and oral communication skills Experience gathering data and building solutions Understanding and knowledge of business use cases Understanding and knowledge of databases, data modeling, and statistical concepts Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills Experience working with some of the following: Python, R, Tableau, SQL Version Tools (Git, SVN) A working knowledge of the following is preferred: Cloud Platforms (Microsoft Azure) Containerization NLP Database engineering and administration Integration with software development To apply, send resume to julia.hart@countryfinancial.com

COUNTRY Financial is seeking an UI/UX intern to be part of the team delivering technical working solutions (web and mobile applications and/or print publications). This position will be in our DigitaLab at the University of Illinois Research Park in Champaign, IL. As a UX/Design intern, you will be working with business partners, designers, and COUNTRY Technology to create designs and test digital experiences for our COUNTRY Financial clients, representatives, and employees. Responsibilities: Design and develop wireframes, mock-ups, prototypes, use cases, etc., for user interfaces Identify issues in existing web and mobile interfaces from the User-Centered Design (UCD) point of view Communicate findings from user studies and user inspections efficiently to the other teams including development and business Troubleshoot and recommend fixes to problems relating to existing interfaces and applications Design print material for use in the DigitaLab (i.e. brochures, flyers, yearbook) Collaborate with DigitaLab Data Science and Software Developer interns on cross-functional teams Participate in Agile Release Trains Requirements: Must be actively pursuing a college degree at the University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign for the duration of the internship Strong collaboration, written and oral communication skills Familiar with: Adobe Creative Suite, specifically InDesign and PhotoShop Online testing tools like Usability Hub, User Zoom, etc. Experience with user centered design, and creating wireframes and design comps Experience in web content, marketing, e-commerce, digital marketing, graphic arts, usability, social media or gamification (or the equivalent) is preferred Self- motivated learner with leadership capabilities To apply, send resume to julia.hart@countryfinancial.com

COUNTRY Financial is seeking Software Developer interns to be part of the team delivering technical working solutions (Application Development and Research & Innovation). These positions will be in our DigitaLab at the University of Illinois Research Park in Champaign, IL. As a Software Developer intern, you will be working with business partners, designers, and COUNTRY Technology to develop and test products and processes used by our COUNTRY Financial clients, reps and employees. Responsibilities: Deep dive into research of new and emerging technologies (i.e. Generative AI) Develop software applications that are high performing and meet technical standards Create a variety of technical solutions by selecting the appropriate technology, leveraging defined technology standards and knowledge of multiple programming tools and techniques Design solutions after gathering business and technical requirements Support the development of test cases, execution and related problem solving during all phases of project testing in alignment with overall test plans Participate in testing emerging technologies in Research and Innovation projects Collaborate with Data Science and UI/UX DigitaLab interns on cross-functional teams Participate in Agile Release Trains Requirements: Must be actively pursuing a college degree at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign for the duration of the internship Strong collaboration, written and oral communication skills Takes initiative with leadership capabilities Excellent team player Experience working with some of the following languages: Spring / SpringBoot Angular, Ionic, Node, React Java, JavaScript, JSON, .Net Python, R A working knowledge of the following is preferred: Cloud Platforms – Microsoft Azure Version Control tooling (Git, SVN) Test Automation Mobile App Development Web App Development Agile development process Deployment methodologies and tooling, including DevOps for CI/CD To apply, send resume to julia.hart@countryfinancial.com

COUNTRY Financial is seeking a Project Manager intern for Summer 2024 to assist with managing projects. This position will be located in our DigitaLab at the University of Illinois Research Park in Champaign, IL. As a Project Manager intern, you will be working with other interns, business partners, and COUNTRY Technology to deliver projects and processes. Additionally, you will participate in Agile Release Trains. Responsibilities: Ability to multi-task as lead on a variety of projects (software development, data science, data engineering, UI/UX) Assist with creating semester-based project plans and schedules Participate in planning and coordination of projects with business and technical partners Organize meetings and create project documentation for knowledge sharing Collaborate with other DigitaLab interns on cross-functional teams Requirements: Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills Must be actively pursuing a college degree at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign for the duration of the internship Experience working with Agile development processes A working knowledge of deployment methodologies and tooling, including DevOps for CI/CD Familiarity with design thinking concepts Understanding of data science concepts Technical background To apply, send resume to julia.hart@countryfinancial.com

Do you have a passion for Data Science and Analytics? The Synchrony Emerging Technology Center located at UIUC’s Research Park focuses on advancing our internal capabilities in artificial intelligence, data science, and other emerging technology domains to create long-term value for our customers. The interns in the program will work closely with our Innovation Station and SMEs to deliver projects for our business stakeholders. Projects can range across multiple disciplines such as basic market and technology research, big data analytics, proof-of-concept creation, data visualization, and software development. During the summer, each intern is provided with project work that is important to our business, and we’ll look to you to challenge us and contribute to driving innovation for our future. When you’re here, you’re part of the team and we’ll expect you to help us raise the bar. Journey Analytics and Optimization Intern The Synchrony Customer Journey – Analytics team is seeking an intern to work side by side with Data Product Managers, Analytics, Technology and Business stakeholders and Subject Matter experts to build, enhance and support enterprise data products and capabilities. Depending on the background and business priorities the intern will apply her/his/their technical and problem-solving skills to one or several projects. The Customer Journey Analytics intern: Participate in weekly meetings scoping, reviewing requirements, and specifications in designing/finding analytic and data engineering solutions.  Advise on potential solutions, ideas, or options available to support requests. Design and implement overall solutions including analyzing data, workflows, rules that will be applied as logic in order to orchestrate actions that will enable other platforms within the MarTech stack to produce a certain outcome. Achieve and demonstrate expertise mainly in JavaScript, JSON parsing, Python, and SQL. Produce functional documentations based upon client business requirements and work in collaborations with others. Knowledge of SharePoint, and PowerBI will be helpful. The internship will be spent working side by side with Synchrony teams where you will apply your theoretical knowledge to complete challenging projects. Exposure to these real-life projects will accelerate your career and develop your skills in a cutting-edge global environment. Desired Qualifications: Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems/Technology, Data Science, Analytics, Data/Software Engineering, Math/Statistics, or related fields. Knowledge of algorithms and how they can aid in decision-making with a passion for applied logic. Passionate about data, numbers, finding patterns, and unveiling insights from disparate data sources when put together. Must have experience with JavaScript, JSON parsing, Python, and SQL. Technical knowledge of RESTful APIs, SOAP web services and Message Queues is an advantage. Experience with analytical software such as KNIME, Tableau, PowerBI. Automation with Power Automate or other technologies. Experience in marketing analytics, mar-tech. Database design skills. RegEx. What do we look for in all potential ETC Interns? Ability to effectively work independently and within collaborative teams Proven leadership both inside and beyond the classroom Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, and passion for learning Passion for excellence with high integrity and a commitment to quality Relevant experience or demonstrated interest in area of work Basic Eligibility Qualifications: Must be registered as a full-time student at the University of Illinois Preference for education to be within Computer Science, Information Systems/Technology, Data Science, Analytics, Data/Software Engineering, Math/Statistics, or related field. Excellent academic record – Minimum overall 3.0 GPA or higher Must be willing to commit to 40 hours per week during the summer Must be willing to work from the office at Research Park during the summer Must be authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without requiring sponsorship Additional Eligibility Qualifications: You must be 18 years or older Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. You must be able to satisfy the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Reasonable Accommodation Notice: Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. If you need special accommodation, please call our Career Support Line so that we can discuss your specific situation. We can be reached at 1-866-301-5627. Representatives are available from 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday, Central Standard Time. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to etc@syf.com

Position Title: User Experience Designer (IRAP Part-Time Co-op) Hours per week: 12-15 hours/week during academic year 35-40 hours/week during summer term Position Description: AbbVie’s IT organization – Business Technology Solutions – is committed to delivering a Best-in-Class Employee experience as part of our five strategic imperatives. As a User Experience Strategist, you will be an integral part of our human-centered design practice. Our primary focus is to create innovative solutions and experiences that cater to the needs of our employees while adding value to AbbVie. We provide user research and design services to help build a deep understanding of the end-user’s unmet needs, wants and motivations – which helps shape the design and development of new solutions and experiences. Position Title: User Experience Designer (IRAP Part-Time Co-op) Hours per week: 12-15 hours/week during academic year 35-40 hours/week during summer term Position Description: AbbVie’s IT organization – Business Technology Solutions – is committed to delivering a Best-in-Class Employee experience as part of our five strategic imperatives. As a User Experience Strategist, you will be an integral part of our human-centered design practice. Our primary focus is to create innovative solutions and experiences that cater to the needs of our employees while adding value to AbbVie. We provide user research and design services to help build a deep understanding of the end-user’s unmet needs, wants and motivations – which helps shape the design and development of new solutions and experiences. Major duties include: Assisting on user research to identify pain points and areas of improvement.  Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop personas, journeys, wireframes, prototypes, and interactive designs.  Analyzing user data and metrics to measure the effectiveness of design changes.  Assisting in the development of design guidelines and best practices.  Participating in design critiques and providing constructive feedback to team members.  Staying up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in user experience design.  Assisting in the development and documentation of user experience design processes and methodologies.  Contributing to the creation and maintenance of design documentation.  Qualifications:   Strong understanding of user-centered design principles and methodologies.  Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.  Strong communicator with the ability to present content in informative and interesting ways, both written and verbally.  Attention to detail and ability to analyze and interpret user data.  Creativity and problem-solving skills to come up with innovative design solutions.  A portfolio showcasing relevant design projects or coursework.  Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. Proven track record of researching and analyzing emerging technologies   Pursuing a degree in a relevant field such as Human-Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, Psychology, or Design.   Must be able to commit to a regular schedule during standard business hours (12-15 hours per week during the semester; 35-40 hours during the summer)   Cumulative minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0, or equivalent  Authorized to work in the US on a permanent basis without requiring visa sponsorship  Must be registered as a full-time student   UIUC students are expected to work 50% of their hours per week in person at our site in Research Park.   Preferred: Familiarity with design tools such as Sketch, Adobe XD, or Figma.  Knowledge of prototyping tools such as InVision or Axure.  Familiarity with front-end development languages such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Note: The position will be hired through a third-party hiring agency and will begin Spring 2024, with an option to continue through the following semesters, depending on performance and project funding.   Who We Are:  AbbVie is a global, research-based biopharmaceutical company formed in 2013. Our mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. Our ~50,000 employees are scientists, researchers, communicators, manufacturing specialists and regulatory experts located around the globe. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people’s lives across several key therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women’s health and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.    Information Research Academic Partnerships embeds students within AbbVie businesses to collaborate on projects that help advance our science. During the regular fall and spring semesters, this program is designed for students to work 12-15 hours/week in parallel with their school schedule. During the summer, students are expected to work 35-40 hours/week.  To apply: Submit your resume on Handshake and attach a portfolio showcasing relevant design projects or coursework.