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Mélissa Authier

AI for a Better World: Opportunities for Internships and Jobs

Bio

At IVADO, Mélissa Authier is currently immersed in the field of Artificial Intelligence, where she passionately contributes to the digital transition. She mobilizes knowledge and talents within a technology transfer community between the academic, industrial, and entrepreneurship environments. With a background in Management from ESG University of Québec in Montréal, UIB (Spain), KEDGE Business School (France), and Peking University HSBC (China), Mélissa brings over a decade of professional experience in administrative support and development support for startups. Her six years in marketing have provided her with insights into consumer behavior and winning strategies related to promotion and customer service. Since 2020, as an independent consultant, Mélissa has supported in few mandates the Ministry of International Relations of Québec of Québec Office in Barcelona, focusing on economic and commercial activities in technologies and creative industries. Her current projects in research and development at IVADO center around mental health, medical health, and entertainment. Mélissa firmly believes in leveraging science and technology to help humans reach their full potential while formulating innovative and responsible projects for the benefit of society.

Summary

Melissa will discuss her AI facilitation experience, along with her business and international background. Her presentation will highlight a collaborative project with academia, emphasizing responsible AI tools and showcasing internship and job opportunities in the field.