The Role We’re looking for a MITACs Student to join our team for the May 2026 semester. In this role, you’ll be response 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. Apply 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: University students who are currently and will be enrolled in a Masters or PhD. Program from May 2026-August 2026. 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. Nice-to-Have: Experience with machine learning frameworks and methodologies Familiarity with AWS services such as SageMaker, S3, and other cloud-based ML tools Knowledge of Large Language Models (LLMs) and their applications 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 Sunday, December 7th, 2025 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. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation. At Nasdaq, we’re proud to be the engine behind the world’s capital markets. But we don’t stop there. We build the technology that drives transparency, trust, and access—helping economies grow and people thrive. Our purpose is to advance economic progress for all. Whether you’re a client, a colleague, or part of our broader community, we’re here to move markets—and possibilities—forward. Join our Talent Community to stay in the loop on upcoming roles, events, and new opportunities across Nasdaq. Our hybrid work model, NasdaqBlend, gives you flexibility to do your best work—whether that’s from home, in the office, or a mix of both. Check the job listing or reach out to our team for role-specific details. We’re a global team of over 8,500 innovators across 38 countries, united by a shared purpose: advancing economic progress for all. It’s not just what we do—it’s how we do it, together. Want a deeper look into our culture? Explore our Culture Book. We support your success through You&Q, our total rewards program that covers every dimension of life—from building wealth and growing your career to prioritizing well-being and family care. Join the Team Advancing Economic Progress for All.
