2026 Summer Student – Associate, Transaction Banking

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial institution in Toronto is seeking a Student for a Summer 2026 placement. In this role, you will support Transaction Banking departments, contribute to operational processes, and gain exposure to key strategic initiatives. You must be currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution and demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic team environment. The contract is full-time for 4 months from May to August 2026.

Benefits

Opportunities for personal development

Supportive team environment

Chance to make a lasting impact

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, experience with data analysis tools is a plus.
• Personable and professional when cooperating with team members.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations by documenting and refining processes.
• Assist in planning, organizing, and implementing projects.
• Prepare routine reports and analyze data for insights.

Skills

Communication

Computer Literacy

Detail-Oriented

Interpersonal Relationships

Listening Effectively

Personal Development

Personal Initiative

Education

Currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution

Studying business administration or financial management preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Data analysis tools or dashboards

Job description

Job Description

Please note: This posting is for a 4-month STUDENT Summer 2026 placement with a start date of May 2026 and end-date of August 2026.

In order to be eligible for this 4-month Student position, you must either:

• Be returning back to school after the work term end-date of August 2026; or
• If you are not returning back to school (i.e. are graduating in April 2026/August 2026), but you require the work term as a mandatory component to in order to graduate successfully.

Please ensure that you meet these eligibility requirements before applying - candidates who apply but are found to be ineligible are not able to be considered.

What is the opportunity?

In this role, you will support theTransaction Banking in its Treasury and Trade functions within either the Sales, Servicing, or Operations teams. This role offers hands‑on experience in a dynamic, client-focused environment, where you will contribute to daily operations, process improvements, project execution, reporting, and event coordination.

This role will partner closely with key stakeholders and cross‑functional teams across Transaction Banking, Commercial Banking, and support functions, to contribute to high‑priority transformation initiatives, aligned to Transaction Banking strategy and gaining exposure to strategic planning and execution in the Treasury and Trade space.

What will you do?

• Support daily operations: Document and refine processes, assist with transactional tasks (e.g., payments, trade finance), and contribute to client servicing (e.g., inquiry resolution).
• Drive projects: Help plan, organize, and implement initiatives by researching trends, supporting tool rollouts, and collaborating with teams like Technology, Risk, and Compliance.
• Enhance reporting: Prepare routine/ad‑hoc reports, analyze data for insights, and assist in creating dashboards or presentations for stakeholders.
• Learn through variety: Shadow senior team members in client interactions and contribute to process optimization projects.
• Engage in events: Assist in coordinating internal/external events (e.g., seminars, workshops) to support client and team engagement.
• Align with strategy: Contribute to transformation initiatives aligned with Transaction Banking goals, gaining exposure to strategic execution.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• Currently enrolled in a post secondary institution
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) [optional: Sharepoint]; experience with data analysis tools or dashboards is a plus
• Personable and professional when co‑operating with associates, and other members of the team. Ability to develop relationships within Transaction Banking and with stakeholders
• Sharing information & communicating effectively (written and verbal)
• Organization (planning & execution)
• Analytical thinking and achievement motivated
• Adaptable and flexible
• Resourceful and creative thinker with ability to solve issues and drive change in the business

Nice-to-have

• Currently studying business administration or financial management preferred (e.g., BBA, B. of Commerce, etc.)
• Bilingual English/French

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.

• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high‑performing team.
• Opportunities to do challenging work and make a difference.
• Opportunities to build close relationships.

Job Skills

Communication, Computer Literacy, Detail‑Oriented, Interpersonal Relationships, Listening Effectively, Personal Development, Personal Initiative

Additional Job Details

Address: RBC WATERPARK PLACE, 88 QUEENS QUAY W:TORONTO

City: Toronto

Country: Canada

Work hours/week: 37.5

Employment Type: Full time

Platform: PERSONAL & COMMERCIAL BANKING

Job Type: Student/Coop (Fixed Term)

Pay Type: Salaried

Posted Date: 2025-12-24

Application Deadline: 2026-01-18

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above.

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

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