2026 CFO, Summer Sustainability Reporting Analyst (4 Months)

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is offering a Summer Internship in Sustainability Reporting in Toronto. The internship focuses on sustainability reporting standards and regulatory compliance. Candidates should be pursuing a degree in Finance or Business Administration, equipped with strong analytical and communication skills. This opportunity provides exposure to sustainability reporting, allowing interns to contribute to meaningful projects within the organization, enhancing their professional development and network.

Benefits

Networking with diverse students

Coaching from experienced leaders

Meaningful work experience

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a degree in a related field.
• Strong communication skills required.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Research developments in sustainability reporting standards.
• Assist in preparing sustainability-related materials.
• Support benchmarking of peer sustainability disclosures.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Computer Literacy

Detail-Oriented

Environmental Social And Governance (ESG)

Interpersonal Relationships

Listening Effectively

Personal Development

Personal Initiative

Reporting Processes

Reporting Tools

Education

Bachelor or Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

Are you passionate about sustainability and eager to gain hands‑on experience in the financial sector? This is an exciting opportunity to work with the Sustainability Reporting team at RBC, helping with the preparation of RBC’s Sustainability Report and implementation of sustainability reporting standards and regulations impacting the organization. This internship will provide valuable exposure to sustainability reporting frameworks, regulatory requirements, and the role of sustainability in the financial sector.

If this interests you, then be sure to check out the Sustainability Reporting Summer Internship opportunity below!

What will you do:

• Research and monitor developments in sustainability reporting standards and regulations (e.g., ISSB, CSSB, CSRD) to promote readiness with evolving guidelines
• Help perform gap analysis against sustainability disclosure requirements to inform compliance assessments
• Help perform benchmarking of peer sustainability disclosures to inform future reporting strategies
• Help roll‑forward the sustainability report using our reporting tool to prepare for the 2026 reporting cycle
• Assist in organizing and maintaining documentation of reporting processes and controls
• Assist in the preparation of sustainability‑related materials for senior leadership forums
• Partner with internal stakeholders to contribute to initiatives and reports across the organization
• Help configure RBC’s sustainability reporting tool to best suit reporting needs

What do you need to succeed?

Must‑have

• Working towards a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or other related field
• Strong personal skills and ability to work effectively independently and within a team environment
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Good analytical, communication and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Products, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Ability to prioritize, handle multiple tasks under pressure and meet time‑sensitive deadlines

Nice‑to‑have

• Knowledge and understanding of sustainability reporting frameworks (e.g., TCFD, ISSB, OSFI B‑15, CSRD, etc.)
• Previous experience working with a Financial Institution

Please note:

In order to be eligible for these student positions, you must either:

• Return back to school after the work term end‑date; or
• If you are not returning back to school (i.e. are graduating immediately after the work term), you must require the full work term as a mandatory component in order to graduate successfully

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual. At RBC, you will have opportunities to:

• Interact with leaders who support your development through coaching and managing
• Network and build lasting relationships with students from diverse backgrounds from across Canada
• Make a difference and lasting impact through meaningful work
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high‑performing team

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we accept applications on a rolling basis, but please note that the formal application deadline is January 18, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET. Should you be selected to progress, someone from our team will reach out directly to provide instructions on next steps. Otherwise, feel free to check for progress updates by logging in to your RBC profile. If the status has not changed, it denotes the fact that your application is still under review.

Job Skills: Analytical Thinking, Communication, Computer Literacy, Detail‑Oriented, Environmental Social And Governance (ESG), Interpersonal Relationships, Listening Effectively, Personal Development, Personal Initiative, Reporting Processes, Reporting Tools

Additional Job Details:

• Address: 20 KING ST W, TORONTO
• City: Toronto
• Country: Canada
• Work hours/week: 37.5
• Employment Type: Full time
• Platform: OFFICE OF THE CFO
• Job Type: Student/Coop (Fixed Term)
• Pay Type: Salaried
• Posted Date: 2025-12-19
• Application Deadline: 2026-01-19
• Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.

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