2027 Winter - ECCO, Data Scientist Intern (4 Months)

0000050007 Royal Bank of Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Bank of Canada is offering a 4‑month Winter 2027 Data Scientist/Analyst co‑op in Toronto. You will learn quickly, perform analytics tasks, and collaborate with multiple units to optimize processes and decision making.

The role emphasizes data mining, statistical analyses, and effective storytelling with data. The position requires enrollment in a Canadian post‑secondary program in data/computer science, strong coding skills in Python/SQL, and experience with version control.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary program in a relevant field.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Proactive, analytical thinker with fast-paced work style.
• Solid coding ability with Python/SQL.
• Experience with Git/version control is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply new tools and technologies in analytics tasks.
• Provide analytics support to Enterprise Control Testing by collaborating with business and tech units.
• Apply data mining and statistical methods to derive insights.
• Create visualizations to communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Tell data-driven stories that translate findings into actions.
• Tackle challenging initiatives using statistics or heuristic methods.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data Analysis

Data Visualization

Git

GitHub

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

Currently enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary (Data/CS/Math/Engineering)

Tools

Linux

Shell Scripting

NLP

AI

Job description

What is the opportunity?

Are you interested in working as a Data Scientist/Analyst co‑op at RBC? Some of the roles you would be considered for are: Data Analyst, Data Scientist, Data Engineer. Join RBC’s ECT AI and Automation team, where data science, analytics and automation live at the core of our mandate! Our mandate is to enable data science and automated solution that help our team to accelerate our processes and reduce completion time in manual work. We are seeking a co‑op who thrives on thinking outside the box, delves deep into details, and is passionate about exploring innovative approaches to solve business problems. If you’re ready to contribute to our initiatives and be part of a team that values continuous learning, we want you on board!

What will you do?

• Be able to quickly learn new tools and technologies and use them in the daily analytics exercises.
• Provide analytics support to all Enterprise Control Testing. This involves collaborating proactively with various business and technical units to identify business opportunities and designing innovative solutions to optimize processes and promote informed decision‑making.
• Implement heuristic approaches, data mining methods, and statistical analysis using Python and/or other tools.
• Leverage visualization tools/packages to effectively communicate findings to technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Enable data‑driven insights to be translated into decisions and actions by telling a convincing story.
• Working on challenging initiatives using statistics or heuristic approaches that help solving the problem at hand.

What do you need to succeed?

• Currently enrolled at a Canadian post‑secondary institution with a focus on Data/Computer Science, Mathematics/Statistics, Engineering discipline or equivalent.
• Excellent interpersonal and highly developed communication skills (verbal and written).
• Creative and analytical thinker who is self‑driven and capable of working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong coding abilities.
• Strong data profiling, cleaning, mining and technical documentation skills.
• Strong working knowledge of Python and SQL.
• Hands‑on experience with git/version control.
• Nice‑to‑have Experience with: Linux environment and shell scripting is a plus NLP‑based algorithms AI solutions/development is a plus Software engineering background with a focus on statistics and/or analytics.

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. Network and build lasting relationships with students from diverse backgrounds from across Canada. Participate in fun events and gamification challenges to help build your career tool kit while enjoying a work‑life balance. Leaders who support your development through coaching and learning opportunities. Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive and highly performing team. Ability to make a difference and lasting impact. Enjoy a comfortable work environment with the option to dress casually.

Eligibility and Timeline

Please note: This posting is for a 4‑months Winter 2027 Student placement with a start date of January 2027, and end date of April 2027. In order to be eligible for this 4‑months Student position, you must either: 1) Be returning back to school after the work term end‑date of April 2027; or 2) If you are not returning back to school (i.e. are graduating in April 2027), you must require the full 4‑months work term as a mandatory component 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. The successful candidate for this role will be required to be located within Ontario for the duration of the work term. Details regarding the specific virtual, hybrid, and in‑office arrangements for this Integrated Learning/ Co‑op position are to be discussed with the Hiring Manager.

Job Information

• Address: 180 WELLINGTON ST W:TORONTO City: Toronto Country: Canada
• Work hours/week: 37.5
• Employment Type: Full time
• Platform: CHIEF LEGAL & ADMIN OFFICE GRP
• Job Type: Student/Coop (Fixed Term)
• Pay Type: Salaried
• Posted Date: 2026-08-26
• Application Deadline: 2026-09-21

Job Skills

• Business
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Data Analysis
• Data Analytics
• Data Analytics Tools
• Data Science
• Data Visualization
• Detail‑Oriented
• Git
• GitHub
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Listening Effectively
• Personal Development
• Personal Initiative
• Researching Additional Job Details

About RBC

RBC 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.

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. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.