Generac
Manufacturer of power generation & energy storage systems: portable, residential, commercial & industrial.
2 days ago
$29 - $40
Entry-level
Internship
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Hybrid
Company Size
9,239 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
intelligent features
data science
big data
machine learning
software engineering
collaboration
You will help build complex, intelligent features for our ecosystem of smart‑home devices that combine sensor data with machine intelligence, creating an omni‑present assistant for the home. You will contribute to a small, growing team that makes a big impact on thousands of lives and enables technologies that save energy and protect the environment. You will also get to play with the latest big‑data tools and technologies.
- Build intelligent features for ecobee's smart‑home ecosystem.
- Contribute to a small, high‑impact data science team.
- Work with modern big‑data and machine‑learning tools.
- Apply basic software‑engineering best practices.
- Complete a background check as part of hiring.
- Collaborate with co‑ops across all ecobee teams.
- Participate in bi‑monthly town halls and monthly Lightning Talks.
Requirements
python
java
c++
dataflow
spark
student
You must be a full‑time student in a technical or quantitative discipline such as Computer Science, Engineering, or Applied Math. Experience with programming languages like Python, Java, or C++ is required, as is using data and machine learning to solve real‑world problems. Basic familiarity with software‑engineering best practices is expected, and experience with data‑engineering tools such as Dataflow or Spark is a plus.
The role requires regular communication, standing, walking, and occasional lifting of 25‑50 pounds, with typical computer‑based work that includes sitting, close vision, and focus adjustment. Occasional travel may be required. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics.
- Program in Python, Java, or C++ to solve real‑world problems.
- Use data‑engineering tools like Dataflow or Spark (preferred).
Benefits
The hired candidate will be required to complete a background check. The target pay range for this position is $29‑$40 CAD per hour.
As an ecobee student you will meet and work with co‑ops across all teams, gain visibility into a company that mixes hardware and software consumer‑facing businesses, and make an environmental impact both on the job and through programs like ecobee Acts. You will have learning opportunities with our in‑house #ThinkLab team, work in small collaborative groups, and influence product and culture. The company hosts bi‑monthly all‑company town halls, monthly Lightning Talks, and encourages participation in them.
- Be a full‑time student in a technical or quantitative field.
- Earn $29‑$40 CAD per hour.
- Access learning programs through #ThinkLab and internal training.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
- candidates must complete a background check.
Overview
$4.3B Revenue
Annual Income
The company generates over $4.3 billion in revenue annually.
80% US Share
Backup Power Dominance
The company dominates the backup power market, holding about 80% of the US share.
- It began by engineering affordable home standby generators and built its first engine tailored for generator use.
- Its portfolio spans portable units, residential standby systems, large commercial/industrial generators, light towers, power washers, battery storage, and smart-home energy devices.
- Typical projects include outfitting homes for outage resilience, powering construction sites with mobile generators, and deploying microgrid and natural gas generator solutions for commercial clients.
- Innovations include the PWRcell home energy storage line, integration of EV charging and remote monitoring via Mobile Link and Concerto software platforms.
Culture + Values
- Generac Gives: a commitment to being a good neighbor and corporate citizen where employees live and work.
- Focus areas include education (especially STEM for underserved youth), first responders, disaster preparedness, veterans & military families, community volunteerism, energy conservation, and clean-energy education & innovation.
- Employee-enabled giving: all full-time employees receive volunteer time off and access to small grants for charities they're involved with.
- Hyper-local impact: philanthropic focus centered on locations where facilities and employees are based.
- Powering Up Education: employees engage in STEM outreach through classrooms, learning events, and facility tours.
- Generac Volunteers: organized teams participate in activities such as food sorting, shelter refurbishment, and STEM mentoring.
- Generac Community Spirit Awards: recognizing the most active volunteers during National Volunteer Appreciation Week.
Environment + Sustainability
$440 M investment
Solar + Battery Initiative
The company is investing up to $440 million in a Puerto Rico solar and battery initiative to power 40,000 homes.
$50 M awarded
Clean-Energy Microgrids
Received a $50 million award from the DOE's GRIP program to implement clean-energy microgrids at approximately 100 California water-utility sites, with at least 55% located in disadvantaged communities.
55% in disadvantaged communities
Clean-Energy Microgrids
Implementing clean-energy microgrids at 100 California water-utility sites, with a focus on serving at least 55% in disadvantaged communities.
409 kW solar
Net-Zero Microgrid
Supported a net-zero microgrid at Hotel Marcel, featuring a 409 kW solar installation and 1,012 kWh storage capacity.
- Partnership with DOE on Puerto Rico solar + battery initiative (up to $440 M investment for 40,000 homes)
- Awarded $50 M (via DOE GRIP) for clean-energy microgrids at ~100 California water-utility sites, at least 55% in disadvantaged communities
- Supported microgrid at Hotel Marcel (net-zero, 409 kW solar, 1,012 kWh storage)
- Distributing zero-emissions hydrogen fuel-cell generators in North America via partnership with EODev
- Generac Mobile® lighting towers reduce fuel consumption by up to 75% vs. traditional models via hybrid/battery and LED innovation
- Net-zero target not explicitly stated in publicly available sources
Inclusion & Diversity
- The 2023 ESG report notes ESG integration but includes no specific DEI goals or gender breakdown.
- Public materials provide no data on female/male workforce percentages, leadership gender representation, diversity recruitment, or retention metrics.
- Neither generac.com nor LinkedIn pages disclose strategic DEI targets or outcomes.