Top Benefits
About the role
Some of what you will do:
This internship is designed for a student who loves to explore, prototype, and teach. The role focuses on experimenting with new technologies, including AI, and turning them into clear playbooks that help internal business teams work more efficiently. The incumbent is supported by experienced professionals and contributes to meaningful work and projects that add value to the organization. As an intern at Staples, the incumbent is a fully integrated member of the team, participates in team and company meetings, supports real business initiatives, and gains exposure to a corporate office environment while developing learning, growth, and confidence at the start of their professional career.
Specifically, you will :
Prototyping and Validation
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Build quick prototypes and proof-of-concepts to validate tools, platforms, and AI capabilities.
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Track and share impact, including time saved, reliability, and developer experience.
Knowledge Sharing and Enablement
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Document and share how things work with guides, samples, and knowledge-sharing sessions
-
Present to teams and help developers adopt new tools and workflows.
General Support
- Assist with other duties and projects as assigned.
Some of what you need:
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Currently enrolled in a college or university program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
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0–3 years of experience, including academic work, co-op terms, internships, or personal projects, in software, platform , or DevOps.
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Good knowledge of modern front-end tooling such as React, TypeScript, and Vite/Webpack to build small UI proof of concepts and technical demos.
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Comfortable with Python/PowerShell, Git, CI/CD YAML, Docker, REST/JSON, and basic Azure concepts.
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Strong communicator who enjoys teaching and demoing in front of groups.
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Comfortable using Figma or Adobe XD to create lightweight clickable prototypes is an asset.
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Curious, hands-on, and not constrained by “this is how we’ve always done it.”
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions: Hybrid Work Model (4 days working in the Richmond Hill office)
Some of what you will get:
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Associate discount
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Health and Dental benefits
-
RRSP/DPSP
-
Performance bonuses
-
Learning & Development programs
-
And more…
We value transparency in our hiring processes. Please note, artificial intelligence may be used in certain stages to screen, assess, or select applicants, however, a human reviewer makes all final decisions. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Not the right fit? Search for Software Developer jobs in Richmond Hill, ON
About Staples Canada
We are the Working and Learning Company. We are building a community of exploration and discovery, a place where we can all work, learn and grow together. We are here to be a trusted ally, a resource and a sounding board, motivated to support our customers with expert knowledge, unique products and innovative services, made for the changing needs of today’s entrepreneurs, teachers, parents and students.
Founded in 1991, Staples Canada, The Working and Learning Company, is a privately-held company based in Richmond Hill, Ontario, with a network of over 300 stores across Canada. To learn more, visit www.staples.ca or follow @StaplesCanada on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
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Top Benefits
About the role
Some of what you will do:
This internship is designed for a student who loves to explore, prototype, and teach. The role focuses on experimenting with new technologies, including AI, and turning them into clear playbooks that help internal business teams work more efficiently. The incumbent is supported by experienced professionals and contributes to meaningful work and projects that add value to the organization. As an intern at Staples, the incumbent is a fully integrated member of the team, participates in team and company meetings, supports real business initiatives, and gains exposure to a corporate office environment while developing learning, growth, and confidence at the start of their professional career.
Specifically, you will :
Prototyping and Validation
-
Build quick prototypes and proof-of-concepts to validate tools, platforms, and AI capabilities.
-
Track and share impact, including time saved, reliability, and developer experience.
Knowledge Sharing and Enablement
-
Document and share how things work with guides, samples, and knowledge-sharing sessions
-
Present to teams and help developers adopt new tools and workflows.
General Support
- Assist with other duties and projects as assigned.
Some of what you need:
-
Currently enrolled in a college or university program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
-
0–3 years of experience, including academic work, co-op terms, internships, or personal projects, in software, platform , or DevOps.
-
Good knowledge of modern front-end tooling such as React, TypeScript, and Vite/Webpack to build small UI proof of concepts and technical demos.
-
Comfortable with Python/PowerShell, Git, CI/CD YAML, Docker, REST/JSON, and basic Azure concepts.
-
Strong communicator who enjoys teaching and demoing in front of groups.
-
Comfortable using Figma or Adobe XD to create lightweight clickable prototypes is an asset.
-
Curious, hands-on, and not constrained by “this is how we’ve always done it.”
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions: Hybrid Work Model (4 days working in the Richmond Hill office)
Some of what you will get:
-
Associate discount
-
Health and Dental benefits
-
RRSP/DPSP
-
Performance bonuses
-
Learning & Development programs
-
And more…
We value transparency in our hiring processes. Please note, artificial intelligence may be used in certain stages to screen, assess, or select applicants, however, a human reviewer makes all final decisions. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Not the right fit? Search for Software Developer jobs in Richmond Hill, ON
About Staples Canada
We are the Working and Learning Company. We are building a community of exploration and discovery, a place where we can all work, learn and grow together. We are here to be a trusted ally, a resource and a sounding board, motivated to support our customers with expert knowledge, unique products and innovative services, made for the changing needs of today’s entrepreneurs, teachers, parents and students.
Founded in 1991, Staples Canada, The Working and Learning Company, is a privately-held company based in Richmond Hill, Ontario, with a network of over 300 stores across Canada. To learn more, visit www.staples.ca or follow @StaplesCanada on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.