2027 Winter Student Opportunities Technology & Operations - Quantum Technologies Intern, 8 Months

0000050007 Royal Bank of Canada; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Bank of Canada is seeking a Quantum Technologies Intern to join RBC's Innovation Group in Toronto. The role focuses on exploring quantum-enabled finance applications and collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team.

You will work on experiments, theory, and algorithmic development, with opportunities to engage with vendors and academia while gaining hands-on experience in quantum finance research.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at a Canadian post-secondary institution with a focus on Quantum information.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and analytical thinking abilities.
• Self-driven, creative, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Python and standard MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Participate in experiments and theory development for financial quantum applications.
• Develop algorithms, protocols, sensors, or networking techniques as appropriate.
• Research and identify meaningful quantum finance applications.
• Benchmark performance and document research outcomes.
• Collaborate with external vendors and university partners.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Self-driven

Interpersonal skills

Education

Math in CS (Quantum Info)

MScAC in Quantum

Tools

Python

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Job Description What is the opportunity? The Quantum technologies intern will join the fast-paced, multi-disciplinary Innovation Group at RBC to explore where quantum technologies can augment finance capabilities to bring impact and advantage. We are seeking blue-sky thinkers who want to determine true applicability of their ideas in a wide variety of quantum fields to the financial sector. Those who are interested in learning about the intersection of quantum technologies with finance are encouraged to apply. This is a small, new team so self-driven candidates are a must.

What will you do?

• Participating in experiments and theory development towards proof of concepts of financial applications of quantum technology
• Developing either algorithms, protocols, sensors, or networking techniques depending on your skill sets
• Researching and determining successful applications for quantum technologies for finance
• Benchmarking performance and documenting research and outcomes
• Collaboration with external vendors and university partners on research
• Supporting the broader Innovation team as needed

What do you need to succeed?

• Must-have
  • Currently enrolled at a Canadian post-secondary institution with a focus on Math in Computer Science (Quantum Information), or MScAC in Quantum Computing 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 MS Office skills – Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Knowledge of programming and scripting languages - Python
  • Communication, Time Management, Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, Analytical Thinking, Problem Solving, Results Driven, Curiosity, Strategic Thinking
• Nice-to-have
  • Understanding of IT Standards, Methodologies (SDLC, PMF)
  • Knowledge of Business Analysis Processes (requirements gathering, documentation, use cases)

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 work-life balance Leaders who support your development through coaching and learning opportunities Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive and high-performing team Ability to make a difference and lasting impact Enjoy a comfortable work environment with the option to dress casually

EARLYTECHTALENT Job Skills

• Active Learning
• Adaptability
• Communication
• Creativity
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Listening Effectively
• Personal Development
• Personal Initiative
• Teamwork

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: Job Type: Student/Coop (Fixed Term) Pay Type: Salaried Posted Date: 2026-09-24 Application Deadline: 2026-10-17 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

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. 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. We are proud to support a broad range of community initiatives through donations, community investments and employee volunteer activities.