Machine Learning Intern, Fall 2026… at BMO U.S. · Chicago

Summary: BMO U.S. is offering an internship opportunity for students to gain valuable experience in machine learning. The role involves researching, building, and implementing scalable AI systems, enhancing data pipelines, and collaborating with data professionals to optimize analytics solutions. Responsibilities: - Designs and develops machine learning (ML) and deep learning systems - Runs machine learning tests and experiments - Trains and retrain systems to prevent drift and optimize results - Solves complex problems with multi-layered data sets, extends existing ML frameworks and optimizes existing machine learning libraries - Develops Machine Learning apps, implements algorithms, and builds tools to apply ML frameworks - Turns unstructured data into useful information by auto-tagging images and text-to-speech conversions - Develops ML algorithms to analyze huge volumes of historical data to make predictions - Runs tests, performs statistical analysis, and interprets test results - Focus may be on a business/group - Thinks creatively and proposes new solutions - Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules - Works mostly independently - Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed - Take measured risks while protecting the bank by applying our Risk Management Framework in the execution of your role, in line with our Risk Culture and within our approved Risk Appetite, making sound and risk informed decisions that align to business strategy, protect assets, and adhere to applicable policy documents (Frameworks, Policies, Standards, Procedures and Supporting documents), laws and regulations Required Qualifications: - Systems Thinking - Mathematics, Statistics & Operations Research - Critical thinking - Creative reasoning - Computational Thinking and Programming - Deep Learning - Machine Learning - Scaling Models - Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery/Deployment - ML algorithm - Verbal & written communication skills - Collaboration & team skills - Analytical and problem solving skills - As a full-time employee, we would require 3-5 years of experience, however as part of the BMO campus program, we are looking for motivated individuals with a strong desire to learn - Specialized knowledge from education and/or business experience Required Skills: Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Mathematics, Statistics, Operations Research, Computational Thinking, Programming, Scaling Models, Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery/Deployment, ML algorithms, Systems Thinking, Creative reasoning Internship Start Date: Start in 2026 Fall Benefits: Women in Technology Mentorship Program, BMO Social Squad student-led activities, BMO Academy corporate learning platform, Access to various Employee Resource Groups to further develop your network within BMO, Performance-based incentives, Discretionary bonuses, Other perks and rewards, Health insurance, Tuition reimbursement, Accident and life insurance, Retirement savings plans, In-depth training and coaching, Manager support and network-building opportunities