2027 CAE, Winter Student, Internal Audit, Financial Crimes & AML (4 Months)

0000050007 Royal Bank of Canada; Bedford; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Bank of Canada is seeking a student/coop auditor in Bedford, NS to contribute to AML/compliance audits. You will join a professional team, collaborate across internal audit, and help drive timely, accurate audit findings.

The role emphasizes strong communication, analytical thinking, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines. This paid, fixed-term position targets students planning to return to school after the term.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, business administration, economics, CFA, or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, plus analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize, handle multiple tasks under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to think critically and work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Be part of a team of auditors focusing on AML/Compliance audits.
• Collaborate with IA teams to plan and execute audits.
• Maintain effective relationships with stakeholders to maximize engagement value.
• Provide updates on audit results and status of open issues during regular meetings.
• Assist with validation of regulatory matters from relevant bodies.
• Support Senior Manager and Director on ongoing audit reviews.

Skills

Communication

Computer Literacy

Detail-Oriented

Interpersonal Relationships

Listening Effectively

Personal Development

Personal Initiative

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree in finance, business, economics, CFA or related field (in progress)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

What will you do?

• Be part of a team of professional auditors responsible for audits with a focus on AML/Compliance
• Collaborate with teams across IA to effectively plan and execute audits.
• Maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders ensuring they get maximum value from engagement work
• Participate in periodic meetings with business to provide updates on audit results and status of open audit issue.
• Assist with the validation of regulatory matters issued by relevant regulatory bodies.
• Work together with the Senior Manager and Director for Internal Audit, Financial Crimes & AML COE with ongoing audit reviews.

What do you need to succeed?

• Must-have: Working towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, Business Administration, Economics, CFA, or another related field
• Strong personal skills and the ability to work effectively independently and within a team environment
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Good analytical, communication and problem-solving skills
• Highly organized with good attention to detail and very high level of accuracy
• Ability to prioritize, handle multiple tasks under pressure and meet time-sensitive deadlines
• Ability to think critically and “outside the box”

Nice-to-have

• Knowledge of the AML/Sanctions regulations in Canada
• Interest in pursuing a career in Financial Crimes and Anti-Money Laundering
• Proficient in the full suite of Microsoft Products, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Previous experience working with a Financial Institution

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

• Be returning back to school after the work term end-date;
• 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

Job Skills

• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Detail-Oriented
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Listening Effectively
• Personal Development
• Personal Initiative

Additional Job Details

• Address: 120 WESTERN PKY:BEDFORD City: Bedford Country: Canada
• Work hours/week: 37.5
• Employment Type: Full time
• Platform: INTERNAL AUDIT
• Job Type: Student/Coop (Fixed Term)
• Pay Type: Salaried
• Posted Date: 2026-09-10
• Application Deadline: 2026-09-21
• Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

About RBC

At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One 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.

Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. Our success comes from the 84,000+ employees who bring our vision, values and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. As Canada’s biggest bank, and one of the largest in the world based on market capitalization, we have a diversified business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to more than 16 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 34 other countries. Learn more at rbc.com. We are proud to support a broad range of community initiatives through donations, community investments and employee volunteer activities. See how at rbc.com/community-social-impact.