Data Scientist, GTB, Winter 2027 Analyst (8 Months)

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) is offering a Toronto-based internship in Global Transaction Banking Data & Analytics. You will contribute to data strategy, AI initiatives, and analytics across treasury, liquidity, and payment ecosystems.

This on-site role spans 4 or 8 months from January 2027, with a focus on learning and delivering data-driven business insights. You should be enrolled in a Commerce, Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related program, with an interest in

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Commerce, Math, Engineering, or related fields.
• Familiarity with data and analytics, Python, SQL, and visualization tools.
• Interest in data engineering, BI, cloud data services, and AI/ML concepts.

Responsibilities

• Support GTB data and AI strategy to translate data into business value.
• Assist in analyzing portfolio performance, pricing trends, and liquidity metrics.
• Help improve reporting, pricing analytics, and AI-driven insights.
• Collaborate with Sales, Treasury, Product, Risk, and Tech teams.
• Learn and contribute to Data Science initiatives and governance.

Skills

Data analysis

Python

SQL

Power BI

Data science basics

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in related field

Job description

What you’ll be doing

CIBC’s Payments business is a dynamic part of our bank, focused on delivering innovative solutions that help our clients grow, raise capital, and invest across North America and key global financial centers. Within Payments, Global Transaction Banking (GTB) is a strategic and growing Capital Markets business that includes Corporate Cash Management, Global Banks Coverage, Correspondent Banking, and Trade and Working Capital Finance.

To successfully perform the work, you’ll be on-site full-time.

The expected annualized base salary for this role is $100,000 The base salary is determined by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s skills, experience, and job-related knowledge, as well as geographic location and specific business needs. Our compensation philosophy supports ongoing growth and development, enabling progression within the salary range as team members advance in their roles. We are committed to providing fair, equitable, and competitive compensation opportunities for all employees, and we encourage open conversations about compensation throughout the recruitment process.

Important information

You are enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree in Commerce, Mathematics, Engineering, or related fields at the time of the internship and are on track to complete your undergrad or grad program no sooner than December 2027. Applications should include your resume, cover letter, and an unofficial transcript uploaded to the Resume/CV section of the application in PDF format in one document.

Location: Toronto.

Duration of Work Term: 4 or 8 months (January 2027 – April 2027 or August 2027)

This job posting closes on September 18th at 11:59PM EST.

Applications may be reviewed on a rolling basis.

How You’ll Succeed

• Data Strategy & Innovation – You will assist in supporting GTB's data and AI strategy to accelerate the translation of data and AI technologies into business values. This includes contributing to frameworks to organize and integrate GTB data, supporting the modernization of data infrastructure and processes, and helping to define capability roadmaps for deploying scalable data science and AI solutions. In doing so, you will apply data science and AI across GTB domains such as treasury and liquidity management, cash flow forecasting, payment ecosystems (including domestic and cross-border payment rails such as SWIFT, ACF/EFT, and real-time payments), transaction and deposit patterning, financing optimization, and operate with an awareness of relevant regulatory considerations such as AML, KYC, and FINTRAC requirements.

• Strategic Business Planning & Management – You will support the execution of GTB's strategy by contributing to the alignment of data science and AI initiatives to business objectives and performance targets. You will assist in providing actionable insights through analysis of portfolio performance, pricing and net interest margin (NIM) trends, liquidity metrics, and market dynamics to inform strategic decision-making. This may include supporting analytics related to rates and NIM performance, portfolio profitability, capital consumption, and Client-level activity across regions, industries, and segments.

• Product & Process Optimization – You will assist in identifying practical opportunities to improve product performance, pricing effectiveness, and overall Client value propositions. This includes supporting the streamlining and automation of reporting, and contributing to analytics that support pricing, rates, NIM, liquidity analysis and other GTB use cases, while driving continuous improvement across data and processes. You will also help enable more proactive insights through automation and AI, such as improved ad hoc reporting and monitoring of Client activities and market events (e.g., asset divestitures, bond issuance, M&A activities).

• Relationship Management & Collaboration – You will support strong partnerships with internal stakeholders across Sales, Treasury, Product, Risk, and Technology teams. You will effectively and efficiently communicate analytical findings, collaborate to understand business challenges, and contribute to alignment across teams to successfully deliver data-driven initiatives.

• Learning & Development – You will embrace a culture of collaboration, knowledge sharing, and effective problem-solving. You will actively seek guidance and mentorship to develop your skills, and contribute meaningfully to the Data Science team's initiatives in alignment with GTB's overall objectives.

Who you are

• You have a degree in a related field.
• You’re currently enrolled in or have recently completed a degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Economics, Commerce, Business Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, or a related discipline.
• You’re eager to learn and grow.
• You bring foundational business knowledge and a strong interest in building your skills across data and analytics, including data engineering, business intelligence, cloud-based data services, statistics, programming languages such as Python and Structured Query Language (SQL), and data visualization tools such as Power BI.
• You can communicate complex ideas clearly.
• You translate analytical and technical concepts into clear, meaningful insights for partners across the business.
• You’re a thoughtful problem solver.
• You use critical thinking to analyze problems, identify opportunities, and contribute to effective solutions with guidance and support.
• You’re goal oriented.
• You’re motivated by accomplishing your goals and delivering your best to make a difference.
• Values matter to you.
• You bring your real self to work, and you live our values - trust, teamwork, and accountability.

What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive compensation, a banking benefit*, wellbeing support and additional offers such as employee and family assistance programs and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program. Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients. *Subject to program terms and conditions

What you need to know

CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact [e-mail]. CIBC is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities we’re actively recruiting for, unless stated otherwise. You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit. We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills test (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency). We use artificial intelligence tools during the recruitment process. Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

Expected End Date 2027-08-20 Job Location Toronto-161 Bay St., 7th Employment Type Temporary (Fixed Term) Weekly Hours 37.5 Skills Business Analytics, Data Analysis At CIBC, we are in business to help our clients, employees and shareholders achieve what is important to them. Our ability to create value for all CIBC stakeholders is driven by a business culture based on common values: Trust, Teamwork and Accountability. Working with CIBC makes you a part of a work environment committed to our clients, employees and communities - a place where you can excel. Every day, our 48,000 employees help our clients achieve their financial goals, because what matters to our clients, matters to us.