77 Innovation Intern jobs in Canada

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TandemLaunch développe et crée des entreprises en commercialisant la recherche universitaire avancée. Si vous avez déjà pensé aux applications de votre recherche dans le monde réel, vous savez probablement à quel point ce processus est difficile. Chez TandemLaunch, nous construisons les voies qui mènent de l'invention aux produits qui définiront la prochaine génération de startups qui changeront le monde.

Au cœur de ce processus se trouvent nos Chercheur en innovation. Des leaders techniques créatifs, éloquents et ambitieux, capables d'identifier les recherches disruptives qui remettent en question nos hypothèses sur ce qui est possible, puis de faire évoluer ces inventions vers de nouvelles startups en recrutant les bons fondateurs, en établissant des stratégies de réussite et en guidant ces startups vers le succès.

Responsabilités:

• Rechercher et effectuer une vérification préalable des nouveaux projets et des opportunités d'investissement.
• Trouver et recruter des personnes exceptionnelles pour devenir les futurs fondateurs de nos investissements.
• S'engager activement auprès de notre portefeuille d'entreprises, en les soutenant pendant leur création et leur incubation à TandemLaunch et au-delà.

Qualifications:

• Doctorat en génie électrique, en génie logiciel/ informatique ou en physique avec un dossier de publication de recherche.
• Compréhension de l'informatique et de l'ingénierie informatique.
• Passion pour l'innovation, l'entrepreneuriat et la technologie. Points bonus si les nouvelles technologies des consommateurs vous passionnent.
• Compétences en communication claire et convaincante, tant à l'écrit qu'à l'oral.
• Capacité à cultiver, à construire et à entretenir de solides relations de travail avec des personnes d'horizons et de points de vue différents.
• Solides compétences en matière de gestion de projet, motivation personnelle et haut niveau d'autonomie.
• Pensée systémique et approche pratique.

Personne n'est né avec cet ensemble de compétences, c'est pourquoi nous recherchons des personnes dotées d'un bon état d'esprit, d'une grande créativité et d'une volonté d'apprendre de notre écosystème d'entrepreneurs, d'investisseurs et de leaders de l'industrie. Nous nous appuierons sur des décennies d'expertise dans le développement du leadership et des entreprises pour investir dans votre avenir en tant que créateur de nouvelles entreprises. Vous travaillerez directement avec l'équipe de direction de TandemLaunch pour faire émerger la prochaine génération de nos entreprises.

TandemLaunch s’engage à favoriser une communauté diversifiée, équitable et inclusive. Nous encourageons les candidatures de personnes de tous horizons, y compris les femmes, les minorités sous-représentées, les personnes en situation de handicap et les membres de la communauté LGBTQ+, afin d’enrichir notre innovation collective et nos idées.

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TandemLaunch builds and creates companies through the commercialization of cutting-edge university research. If you’ve ever thought of the applications of your research in the real world, then you probably have some idea of how difficult that process is. At TandemLaunch, we build the pathways from invention to products that will define the next generation of world-changing startups.

At the core of this process are our Innovation Researcher, articulate and ambitious technical leaders who can identify disruptive research that challenges our assumptions of what’s possible, then matures those inventions into new startups by recruiting the right founders, laying out strategies for success and guiding those startups to success.

Responsibilities:

• Source and conduct due diligence on new projects and investment opportunities.
• Source and recruit exceptional people to become future founders of our investments.
• Be actively engaged with our portfolio of ventures, supporting them during their creation and incubation at TandemLaunch and beyond.

Qualifications:

• PhD in Electrical Engineering, Software/Computer Engineering, or Physics with research publication record.
• Understanding of computer science and computer engineering.
• Passion for innovation, entrepreneurship and technology. Bonus points if new consumer technologies excite you.
• Clear and compelling communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to cultivate, build, and maintain strong working relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Strong project management skills, self drive and high level of autonomy.
• System thinking and a hands-on approach.

No one is born with that skill set, so we are looking for people with the right mindset, high creativity and drive to learn from our ecosystem of entrepreneurs, investors and industry leaders. We will leverage decades of expertise in building leadership and companies to invest in your future as a creator of new businesses. You will work directly with the TandemLaunch executive team to bring forth the next generation of our ventures.

TandemLaunch is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, underrepresented minorities, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ candidates, to help enrich our collective innovation and ideas.

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TandemLaunch développe et crée des entreprises en commercialisant la recherche universitaire avancée. Si vous avez déjà pensé aux applications de votre recherche dans le monde réel, vous savez probablement à quel point ce processus est difficile. Chez TandemLaunch, nous construisons les voies qui mènent de l'invention aux produits qui définiront la prochaine génération de startups qui changeront le monde.

Au cœur de ce processus se trouvent nos Chercheur en innovation. Des leaders techniques créatifs, éloquents et ambitieux, capables d'identifier les recherches disruptives qui remettent en question nos hypothèses sur ce qui est possible, puis de faire évoluer ces inventions vers de nouvelles startups en recrutant les bons fondateurs, en établissant des stratégies de réussite et en guidant ces startups vers le succès.

Responsabilités:

• Rechercher et effectuer une vérification préalable des nouveaux projets et des opportunités d'investissement.
• Trouver et recruter des personnes exceptionnelles pour devenir les futurs fondateurs de nos investissements.
• S'engager activement auprès de notre portefeuille d'entreprises, en les soutenant pendant leur création et leur incubation à TandemLaunch et au-delà.

Qualifications:

• Doctorat en génie électrique, en génie logiciel/ informatique ou en physique avec un dossier de publication de recherche.
• Compréhension de l'informatique et de l'ingénierie informatique.
• Passion pour l'innovation, l'entrepreneuriat et la technologie. Points bonus si les nouvelles technologies des consommateurs vous passionnent.
• Compétences en communication claire et convaincante, tant à l'écrit qu'à l'oral.
• Capacité à cultiver, à construire et à entretenir de solides relations de travail avec des personnes d'horizons et de points de vue différents.
• Solides compétences en matière de gestion de projet, motivation personnelle et haut niveau d'autonomie.
• Pensée systémique et approche pratique.

Personne n'est né avec cet ensemble de compétences, c'est pourquoi nous recherchons des personnes dotées d'un bon état d'esprit, d'une grande créativité et d'une volonté d'apprendre de notre écosystème d'entrepreneurs, d'investisseurs et de leaders de l'industrie. Nous nous appuierons sur des décennies d'expertise dans le développement du leadership et des entreprises pour investir dans votre avenir en tant que créateur de nouvelles entreprises. Vous travaillerez directement avec l'équipe de direction de TandemLaunch pour faire émerger la prochaine génération de nos entreprises.

TandemLaunch s’engage à favoriser une communauté diversifiée, équitable et inclusive. Nous encourageons les candidatures de personnes de tous horizons, y compris les femmes, les minorités sous-représentées, les personnes en situation de handicap et les membres de la communauté LGBTQ+, afin d’enrichir notre innovation collective et nos idées.

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TandemLaunch builds and creates companies through the commercialization of cutting-edge university research. If you’ve ever thought of the applications of your research in the real world, then you probably have some idea of how difficult that process is. At TandemLaunch, we build the pathways from invention to products that will define the next generation of world-changing startups.

At the core of this process are our Innovation Researcher, articulate and ambitious technical leaders who can identify disruptive research that challenges our assumptions of what’s possible, then matures those inventions into new startups by recruiting the right founders, laying out strategies for success and guiding those startups to success.

Responsibilities:

• Source and conduct due diligence on new projects and investment opportunities.
• Source and recruit exceptional people to become future founders of our investments.
• Be actively engaged with our portfolio of ventures, supporting them during their creation and incubation at TandemLaunch and beyond.

Qualifications:

• PhD in Electrical Engineering, Software/Computer Engineering, or Physics with research publication record.
• Understanding of computer science and computer engineering.
• Passion for innovation, entrepreneurship and technology. Bonus points if new consumer technologies excite you.
• Clear and compelling communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to cultivate, build, and maintain strong working relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
• Strong project management skills, self drive and high level of autonomy.
• System thinking and a hands-on approach.

No one is born with that skill set, so we are looking for people with the right mindset, high creativity and drive to learn from our ecosystem of entrepreneurs, investors and industry leaders. We will leverage decades of expertise in building leadership and companies to invest in your future as a creator of new businesses. You will work directly with the TandemLaunch executive team to bring forth the next generation of our ventures.

TandemLaunch is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, underrepresented minorities, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ candidates, to help enrich our collective innovation and ideas.

Job Description

Pure Sunfarms is one of Canada’s largest licensed producers of high-quality, greenhouse-grown cannabis based in BC’s Fraser Valley (Delta). We are proud to bring together individuals from a wide breadth of industries, backgrounds, and experiences, with a diverse team committed to excellence. Our diversity drives our uncompromising approach to quality and success within the Canadian recreational cannabis market.

The Director of Product Innovation is responsible for driving product strategy and leading the development of a consumer-focused, insight-driven innovation pipeline across a portfolio of brands. From early concept through commercialization, the Director of Product Innovation brings bold ideas to life—rooted in consumer needs, brand strategy, and market opportunity. Success in this role requires a strong entrepreneurial spirit, critical thinking, and the ability to navigate complexity with agility and confidence. You thrive in fast-paced environments, solve problems proactively, and collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional partners to deliver products that resonate with consumers and strengthen brand performance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Trends & Market Intelligence

• Cultivate deep knowledge of industry trends, the competitive landscape, and emerging categories to identify consumer insights that unlock white space opportunities and drive growth.
• Ongoing identification of consumer insights – including consumer behaviors, preferences, and needs—leveraging research and cross-industry inspiration to inform innovation strategy.
• Product Ideation & Development
• Lead product strategy and product pipeline development across the brand portfolio, ensuring alignment with brand vision and overall business objectives.
• Champion and manage new product opportunities across multiple categories—from concept ideation through design, development, and commercialization—to maximize in-market performance.
• Oversee packaging design and development in close collaboration with brand, creative, and regulatory teams.
• Lead post-launch product evaluations, gathering insights and performance data to inform future innovation planning.
• Strategic Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with cross-functional teams—including regulatory, marketing, product development, and commercial teams—to bring consumer-centric innovation to market in a highly regulated environment.
• Ensure consistent stakeholder alignment and clear communication throughout the innovation process and launch cycle.
• Manage team output related to innovation milestones, ensuring timely execution, accountability, and cross-functional coordination.

OTHER DUTIES

At Pure Sunfarms, we’re committed to ensuring we’re bringing the best we have to offer to our consumers. This means other duties may arise since we work together to ensure we support all business activities – seed to sale.

WORK STATUS

This is an on-site role, working in or supporting operations and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams across the business.

YOUR STORY

We already know you love working in product innovation, but we want to know more about your strengths. You’re good at the following:

Your Experience

• University Degree. Preference Bachelor of Business Administration/Commerce ; Marketing an asset

• 8+ years of experience a related brand or product innovation role

Your Approach & Strengths

• Strong strategic thinker with a passion for leveraging consumer trends and insights into brand-lead product innovation from concept development to positioning
• Critical thinker and able to solve complex problems independently
• Strong business acumen, and has experience working with cross-functional teams
• Strong understanding of when to bring in cross-functional teams
• Strong leader of people and teams
• Solutions oriented and results driven
• Ability to move from strategic thinking to execution seamlessly
• Strong entrepreneurial mindset, self-starter and self-motivated to deliver and adapt in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to find solutions for complex issues
• Strong prioritization skills and can manage multiple projects at any given time and at various stages of development
• Proven ability to clearly and concisely communicate complex information to a variety of stakeholders and effectively lead cross-functional teams through multiple projects
• Strong analytical skills and financial acumen to develop and/or support business cases, including P&L analysis, pricing and category analysis
• Cannabis industry experience. Legal cannabis industry experience is an asset
• Familiarity with Health Canada Cannabis Regulations and CFIA is an asset
• Experience working in a start-up environment an asset

• Must have the ability to obtain and pass a RCMP Criminal Record Check and maintain security clearance.

At Pure Sunfarms, we grow our team with the same care and commitment that we devote to our quality. We strive to be the best in everything that we do and are excited to learn more about your experiences and how you can contribute to Pure Sunfarms.

Job Description

Pure Sunfarms is one of Canada’s largest licensed producers of high-quality, greenhouse-grown cannabis based in BC’s Fraser Valley (Delta). We are proud to bring together individuals from a wide breadth of industries, backgrounds, and experiences, with a diverse team committed to excellence. Our diversity drives our uncompromising approach to quality and success within the Canadian recreational cannabis market.

The Director of Product Innovation is responsible for driving product strategy and leading the development of a consumer-focused, insight-driven innovation pipeline across a portfolio of brands. From early concept through commercialization, the Director of Product Innovation brings bold ideas to life—rooted in consumer needs, brand strategy, and market opportunity. Success in this role requires a strong entrepreneurial spirit, critical thinking, and the ability to navigate complexity with agility and confidence. You thrive in fast-paced environments, solve problems proactively, and collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional partners to deliver products that resonate with consumers and strengthen brand performance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Trends & Market Intelligence:

• Cultivate deep knowledge of industry trends, the competitive landscape, and emerging categories to identify consumer insights that unlock white space opportunities and drive growth.
• Ongoing identification of consumer insights – including consumer behaviors, preferences, and needs—leveraging research and cross-industry inspiration to inform innovation strategy.
• Product Ideation & Development:
• Lead product strategy and product pipeline development across the brand portfolio, ensuring alignment with brand vision and overall business objectives.
• Champion and manage new product opportunities across multiple categories—from concept ideation through design, development, and commercialization—to maximize in-market performance.
• Oversee packaging design and development in close collaboration with brand, creative, and regulatory teams.
• Lead post-launch product evaluations, gathering insights and performance data to inform future innovation planning.
• Strategic Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Partner with cross-functional teams—including regulatory, marketing, product development, and commercial teams—to bring consumer-centric innovation to market in a highly regulated environment.
• Ensure consistent stakeholder alignment and clear communication throughout the innovation process and launch cycle.
• Manage team output related to innovation milestones, ensuring timely execution, accountability, and cross-functional coordination.

OTHER DUTIES

At Pure Sunfarms, we’re committed to ensuring we’re bringing the best we have to offer to our consumers. This means other duties may arise since we work together to ensure we support all business activities – seed to sale.

WORK STATUS

This is an on-site role, working in or supporting operations and working collaboratively with cross-functional teams across the business.

YOUR STORY

We already know you love working in product innovation, but we want to know more about your strengths. You’re good at the following:

Your Experience

• University Degree. Preference Bachelor of Business Administration/Commerce ; Marketing an asset

• 8+ years of experience a related brand or product innovation role

Your Approach & Strengths

• Strong strategic thinker with a passion for leveraging consumer trends and insights into brand-lead product innovation from concept development to positioning
• Critical thinker and able to solve complex problems independently
• Strong business acumen, and has experience working with cross-functional teams
• Strong understanding of when to bring in cross-functional teams
• Strong leader of people and teams
• Solutions oriented and results driven
• Ability to move from strategic thinking to execution seamlessly
• Strong entrepreneurial mindset, self-starter and self-motivated to deliver and adapt in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to find solutions for complex issues
• Strong prioritization skills and can manage multiple projects at any given time and at various stages of development
• Proven ability to clearly and concisely communicate complex information to a variety of stakeholders and effectively lead cross-functional teams through multiple projects
• Strong analytical skills and financial acumen to develop and/or support business cases, including P&L analysis, pricing and category analysis
• Cannabis industry experience. Legal cannabis industry experience is an asset
• Familiarity with Health Canada Cannabis Regulations and CFIA is an asset
• Experience working in a start-up environment an asset

• Must have the ability to obtain and pass a RCMP Criminal Record Check and maintain security clearance.

At Pure Sunfarms, we grow our team with the same care and commitment that we devote to our quality. We strive to be the best in everything that we do and are excited to learn more about your experiences and how you can contribute to Pure Sunfarms.

Job Description

Description

Competitive Benefits. Meaningful Extras. Unmatched Value.

• A place where you can take your career in the direction you want to grow and go
• Flexible work options and summer hours for eligible employees 
• Save on gas at stations across Canada, including Chevron, Fas Gas, Ultramar, and Pioneer
• Save on M&M Food Market products

The Opportunity:

Are you a foodie and a future-thinker who thrives on bringing bold, new ideas to life? At M&M Food Market, we’re on a mission to make real food for real life more exciting and accessible to Canadians. As the Innovation Marketing Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our long-term innovation agenda, uncovering consumer opportunities, and driving breakthrough ideas forward—from insight to launch. You’ll lead the product innovation roadmap, ensuring strong alignment to category strategy and business goals. In this cross-functional role, you’ll partner with Category Management, Culinary, Brand Marketing, Supply Chain, and Finance to champion innovation that’s desirable, feasible, and viable for our business. From early-stage idea generation to commercialization, you’ll manage the full product development lifecycle—ensuring each new product delivers on brand standards, quality, and value. 

This is your opportunity to lead the charge on consumer-first innovation at a brand that’s built on trust, quality, and taste. 

Responsibilities:

• Own the Innovation Pipeline:
  • Define and maintain a robust 2-year pipeline of new product concepts rooted in consumer insight, food trends, and whitespace opportunities- aligned to category strategy and long-term brand growth plans.
• Front-End Innovation Leadership:
  • Lead the front-end innovation process using our Stage Gate model. Own initiatives from ideation to concept validation, guiding cross-functional teams through key milestones.
• Product Lifecycle & Roadmap Management:
  • Own the end-to-end product lifecycle- from ideation and development through launch, growth, and eventual delisting. Prioritize product features, platforms, and enhancements based on consumer value, business impact, and technical feasibility. Monitor in-market performance, optimize the assortment, and continually reprioritize the roadmap to focus on the highest-value opportunities.
• Insight-Driven Strategy:
  • Identify consumer problems worth solving. Translate macro trends, competitive intel, and consumer insights into differentiated innovation platforms and product concepts.
• Trend & Competitive Monitoring:
  • Stay on the pulse of emerging trends, category dynamics, and new product launches to identify growth opportunities and build a sustainable innovation pipeline.
• Quality & Cost Optimization:
  • Collaborate with Product Development, Purchasing, Supply Chain, and Finance to balance innovation goals with quality, cost, and pricing targets. Support business continuity and Cost Savings Initiatives as needed.
• Project Management & Commercialization:
  • Drive project timelines, ensuring successful execution across functions. Oversee the launch process, meeting brand, regulatory, and operational requirements.
• Positioning & Storytelling:
  • Define product positioning, value proposition, and packaging direction in partnership with Brand Marketing to ensure consumer relevance and brand alignment. Bring innovation to life across the organization by translating insights into compelling narratives that build excitement, communicate strategic rationale, and align cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
• This role requires regular sensory evaluation of a wide range of food products, which will include eating items containing meat, dairy, wheat, gluten, sugar, and other common allergens or dietary components.

Requirements:

• University degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in product innovation, brand management, or category marketing—preferably in food, CPG, or retail.
• Demonstrated success in developing and commercializing new products from ideation through launch. 
• Passion for food is essential; experience working with culinary teams or in food development is a strong asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); experience with Stage Gate or project management tools is an advantage.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; ability to build clear, inspiring, and insight-driven cases for innovation.
• Experience collaborating with Supply Chain, Finance, and QA to balance innovation with operational and financial feasibility.
• A strategic marketer and product thinker with a proven track record of launching consumer-led innovation. 
• Passionate about food and constantly curious about evolving tastes, culinary trends, and eating habits. 
• Skilled at connecting dots between insights, trends, and business strategy.
• A collaborative influencer who thrives in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment.
• Insight-driven and analytically sharp—able to turn research and data into opportunity and action.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and comfort managing multiple timelines. 

Humble. Hungry. Smart. Does this sound like you?

Do others describe you as being a down-to-earth achiever? Someone who thinks outside the box and always strives to do more than what is required. Someone who sees the bigger picture? You sound brilliant to work with!

We Want You To Shine:

We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants. If you require accommodation due to a disability, you will have an opportunity to notify us when scheduling your interview.

Belonging Matters. Because You Do:

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Our ability to work as one team across Canada, the United States and the Caribbean is foundational to our success. We show up as our authentic selves each day and create space for one another’s unique contributions.

Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Affinity Networks help us activate enterprise-wide strategies that power a proactive culture of diversity, equity, inclusions, and ultimately – belonging.

We respect the diverse cultures, traditions and perspectives of Indigenous Peoples and seek to achieve equitable partnerships and opportunities with Indigenous communities.

The Fine Print:

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the country in which they applied. Regrettably, we are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

Please note that final candidates for this position will be required to undergo a confidential pre-employment background check, including but not limited to educational, criminal, credit, drug and alcohol, and/or fitness for duty testing.

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