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

RBC; Halifax; On-site; CAD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

RBC is seeking a student/coop for the Internal Audit, FC AML COE, to support AML/compliance audits within a global framework. You will join a team of auditors focused on regulatory and risk controls.

The role emphasizes collaboration, attention to detail, and timely delivery of audit updates, with opportunities to interact with leadership and build cross-functional relationships in Canada.

Qualifications

• Working toward a bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, business administration, economics, CFA, or related field.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist audits with a focus on AML/compliance.
• Collaborate across IA to plan and execute audits.
• Maintain relationships with stakeholders to maximize engagement value.
• Provide updates on audit results and status of open issues.
• Support validation of regulatory matters issued by regulators.
• Work with Senior Manager/Director on ongoing reviews.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Organization

Prioritization

Critical thinking

AML knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Finance or related field

Finance/Economics/CCA CFA (or similar) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word/PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

As part of the Internal Audit, Financial Crimes & Anti-Money Laundering Center of Excellence (COE) team, the Audit team will provide independent and objective evaluation of the adequacy and effectiveness of the Financial Crimes & Anti-Money Laundering (FC& AML) practices for business lines across various regions globally.

As part of the Internal Audit, Financial Crimes & Anti-Money Laundering Center of Excellence (COE) team, the Audit team will provide independent and objective evaluation of the adequacy and effectiveness of the Financial Crimes & Anti-Money Laundering (FC& AML) practices for business lines across various regions globally.

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; 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

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

Our Employment Opportunities

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.