2027 Winter Student Opportunities Technology & Operations - Technical Systems Analyst, 4-12 Months

RBC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

RBC in Toronto is seeking a Technical Systems Analyst Co-op to join RBC Technology & Operations. This role provides exposure to multiple small project openings and collaboration across teams while applying design concepts in real development work.

You will create and review technical design documents, estimate tasks, participate in walkthroughs, and assist with performance tuning, planning work packages, and third‑level support of applications and databases.

Qualifications

• Enrolled at a Canadian post-secondary institution focusing on CS, engineering or technology.
• Leadership acumen and passion for working in a dynamic business environment.
• Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communication skills.
• Creative and analytical thinker, self-driven, able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong MS Office skills (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience or understanding of programming languages, databases, platforms, and/or code management tooling.

Responsibilities

• Create and review technical design documents for small projects and how designs map to code development.
• Coordinate design phases for small projects, tracking and resolving technical issues.
• Participate in walkthrough reviews of technical specs, programs and unit test plans.
• Provide estimates on activities required for design, coding and testing; improve accuracy over time.
• Performance tuning to improve a single function's performance.
• Low level planning of work packages to meet objectives within budget and schedule.
• Provide third-level support of applications, databases, etc.
• Facilitate small group meetings for technical design, problem solving and task implementation.

Skills

Active Learning

Adaptability

Communication

Creativity

Interpersonal Relationships

Listening Effectively

Personal Development

Personal Initiative

Teamwork

Education

Post-secondary education in CS/Engineering/Technology

Tools

MS Office Suite

Programming languages & databases

Job description

What is the opportunity?

Are you interested in the opportunity to work as a Technical Systems Analyst Co‑op at RBC? By applying to this job posting, you will be considered for multiple roles available across RBC Technology & Operations.

What will you do?

• Create and review technical design documents related to small projects and understanding how the design will be used in the code development process
• Coordinate design phases for small projects, identifying, tracking and resolving technical issues
• Participate in walkthrough reviews of technical specifications, programs and unit test plans
• Provide estimates on activities/tasks required to perform design, coding and unit testing, improving accuracy over time
• Performance tuning to improve performance of single function
• Low level planning of work packages meeting project objectives within budget and on time
• Provide third-level support of applications, database etc.
• Facilitate small group meetings for technical design, problem solving and task implementation

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• Currently enrolled at a Canadian post-secondary institution with a focus on computer science, engineering, or technology
• Leadership acumen and a passion is essential as you will apply it in a dynamic business environment
• 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
• Experience or understanding of programming languages, databases, platforms, and/or code management tooling

Nice‑to‑have

• Experience or understanding of web technologies, frameworks, middleware technologies, and/or design techniques and tools
• Experience with testing methodology or frameworks, as well as Cross Browser development
• Ability to hand‑code all components
• Knowledge of domains, IP infrastructure, server operating systems, and domain registration standards, as well as an understanding of IT Standards, Methodologies, CMM, and audit requirements

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

Required Documents

Resume and Academic Transcripts (unofficial are acceptable) in one PDF document.

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: TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS

Job Type: Student/Coop (Fixed Term)

Pay Type: Salaried

Posted Date: 2026-08-17

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.