Business Development Intern

Interac Corp.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work model

Monthly intern socials

Downtown Toronto office near Union

Job summary

Interac Corp. is offering a paid internship in Toronto to support the Business Development team. You will help build and maintain client relationships, research industry trends, and assist in the preparation of client QBRs and sales presentations.

The role provides exposure to negotiations, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration. The position emphasizes communication, organization, and proactive problem solving, with a flexible hybrid work model and access to Interac’s learning

Qualifications

• Strong communication and presentation skills is essential.
• Experience with CRM systems (Salesforce) is an asset.
• Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing needs and stakeholders.
• Experience coordinating internal and external stakeholder groups is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate and maintain positive business relationships to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Research client issues, technologies, regulations, trends, and competitive landscape to support client deliverables.
• Contribute to client QBRs and Sales Presentations and other key deliverables.
• Track and resolve ad hoc research requests from internal and external partners.
• Attend meetings, take notes, and share ideas with the team.

Skills

Relationship building

Customer focus

Communication

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organization

Time management

Flexibility

Adaptability

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Outlook

Teams

Salesforce

CRM

Tableau

Qualtrics

Job description

Who We Are

Who We Are: Every transaction matters. Every Canadian matters. At Interac, we protect both — driving trust, security, and inclusion, so our digital economy thrives. Founded in 1984, Interac connects Canadians through secure digital payments, advanced identity verification and industry-leading fraud protection. Connecting banks, businesses, and individuals, Interac enables millions to send, receive, and manage money safely and effortlessly every day — across both digital and physical environments. As the backbone of Canada’s financial ecosystem, Interac facilitates over 20 million transactions daily, supported by trusted partnerships with government and financial institutions. Consistently ranked as Canada’s most reputable financial technology brand, Interac is deeply embedded in the daily lives of Canadians.

Who You Will Work With

By supporting the Business Development team with both internal and external partnerships, this role will help develop an understanding of the payments industry and Interac's product offerings that are utilized across the country supporting all Canadians with their transactions in a digital economy. The candidate will be working with a diverse team which has a variety of industry experience. Accountabilities include research and reporting on specific client issues, client data, and trends. This research and analysis will support the client team on their QBRs Sales Presentations and driving volumes and revenue. Additionally, supporting the BD Team with tracking and resolving ad hoc research requests from both internal and external partners. Finally, attending meetings with the ability to take notes and capture ideas to share with the team. The goal of this individual will be to assist in the day-to-day activities of the team as well as learn skills such as negotiation, critical thinking, presentation building and turning data into actionable strategies. This role is to help and support the team, but also to learn and gain transferable knowledge which the candidate will be able to apply to future roles in their career.

What You Will Do

Developing and maintaining positive business relationships, ensuring a high degree of customer satisfaction, while balancing the needs and interests of the organization – you’ll have an opportunity to create custom solutions to their unique needs Researching and reporting of specific issues, technologies, regulations, trends, and the competitive landscape in the payments industry to help identify threats and opportunities – this research will assist the client team with compiling client QBRs, Sales Presentations other key client deliverables Identifying industry trends by researching and analyzing applicable client and market data.

What You Bring

Developing and maintaining positive business relationships, ensuring a high degree of customer satisfaction, while balancing the needs and interests of the organization. Identifying industry trends by researching and analyzing applicable client and market data. Providing continuous support and coordination of key activities and initiatives through consultation with cross-functional internal stakeholders. Conducting special projects and performing additional duties, as assigned to help achieve departmental objectives. Initiative and ownership to drive conversations, meetings and followups are critical Microsoft Office suite of products such as PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams Additionally Salesforce or other CRM programs Although not required, you have some familiarity or previous experience with the following: Have previous experience coordinating internal and/or external stakeholder groups. Previous experience working with a CRM platform (Salesforce), Tableau, Qualtrix and/or similar data management tool is an asset. Previous customer experience, account management, or sales experience an asset Detail-oriented and organized Flexible, adaptable Presentation skills - ability to put together powerpoint slide decks that present concepts and data in a clear, consise and informational way Ability to think outside the box and propose creative ideas

What We’re Offering

The hourly pay rate for this position is $25, and the internship term runs from January to April 2027. The exact amount will depend on factors such as skills, experience, and job-related knowledge. An internship opportunity at Interac also features: Flexible hybrid work model with monthly intern socials for better work-life balance Convenient downtown Toronto office located minutes away from Union Station Interac learning bootcamp designed to help you hit the ground running

Why Join Us?

At Interac, the impact we make, and the people who drive it, is profound. When you become part of our team, you’re joining a purpose-driven organization that’s shaping the future of digital finance in Canada. Here’s what you can expect:

Investing in the Future – Help us unlock digital prosperity for all Canadians. Innovative Thinking – Collaborate on products, practices, and platforms that redefine what’s possible. Inclusive Culture – Be empowered to bring your whole self to work and realize your full potential. Inspiring Community – Work in an ecosystem where we lift each other up and rise together. Intentional Support – Enjoy flexible, supportive offerings that prioritize your total wellness.

Additional Pre-Employment Requirements

To ensure the integrity of our organization, successful candidates will be required to complete background checks, which may include, Canadian Criminal Credit Check, Canadian ID Cross-Check, Public Safety Verification, 5-year Employment Verification, Education Verification, Credit Check, and Social Media Check.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Interac is also an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that innovation thrives when people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives come together. That’s why we are committed to providing fair and equitable employment opportunities for all individuals, without discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, ethnic origin, place of origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital or family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation during any stage of the application or recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will work with you to meet your needs.

Interac empowers Canadians to transact digitally with confidence by providing payment and value exchange services. In helping to develop the future of money and data in Canada, security is the core of everything we do. We help keep Canadian customers safe and secure when transacting. With nearly 300 financial institutions connected to our network, Canadians choose Interac products over 20 million times a day on average to exchange money. Interac champions workplace culture, community, and corporate citizenship. We are proud to be one of Canada’s leading and most trusted financial brands.