Data Science Co-op - Later, Vancouver

About the role

Later is looking for a full-time co-op starting January 2027 to help support the product team; you will be working on new product features and having a meaningful impact on the company. If you enjoy tackling challenges, learning about new technologies, thinking of creative solutions, and sometimes blazing a new trail, we want to talk to you. This position is the perfect opportunity for you to learn and grow.

This will be an 4-month term with a potential of extension. Later is the world’s most intelligent influencer marketing company, built to give brands the confidence to create unforgettable campaigns. By combining real creator relationships, trusted intelligence, and expert guidance, Later removes fear and guesswork from one of marketing’s most visible investments.

Responsibilities

In this co-op position, you will be working on new product features and supporting the product team. Later relies on proprietary data and AI-powered platforms to help teams understand what will work before they launch, bridging creativity and performance.

What you'll bring

Candidates must meet specific technical qualifications and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills to succeed in this agile environment.

• In the 3rd year of statistics, computer science, math, physics, economics, or other technical undergraduate program; consideration may be given to graduate students as well
• Creative thinker, fast learner, good grades
• Strong coding ability in R and/or Python, passionate about data science and the technology industry
• Some experience with SQL is a plus
• Experience with and technical understanding of statistical modeling & machine learning techniques
• Experience with big data/deploying models into production is a plus (Spark, AWS, Docker, Flask, plumber)
• A passion for social media (Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, etc.) is a big plus
• A passion for data science - you care about performing unbiased & rigorous analysis
• Excellent problem-solving skills - you come with not only creative solutions but also understand the right questions that need to be asked when needed
• Strong customer service orientation - everything we do is in service of our clients
• Business acumen - making sure your work is practical and useful
• Strong communication skills - we are a team, we expect you to work collaboratively across all functions. You will have constant communication with non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, agile environment where critical thinking and strong problem solving skills are imperative