Infrastructure Analyst, Student Intern (Winter 2027 - 4 Months)

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan Trust Fund Company; Toronto; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) seeks an undergraduate intern to support its Infrastructure team in Private Markets. You will engage in due diligence, market research, and cross-asset insights, collaborating with team members across the portfolio to deliver data-driven investment insights.

The role requires enrollment in an undergrad program (business/finance/economics/math) and strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with adaptability to a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and ability to translate data into insights.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated work ethic with the ability to deliver on deadlines.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and new information.

Responsibilities

• Review market information to inform investment theses across Infrastructure and portfolio.
• Assist due diligence on direct, co-investment and fund opportunities with supporting materials.
• Prepare analysis on macro trends, regulation, and technology impacts for portfolio positioning.
• Develop opportunity overviews and insights using AI tools and data-driven methods.
• Support strategic initiatives and portfolio analytics for Infrastructure team.
• Help enhance data analytics capabilities and integration with enterprise platforms.
• Contribute to sustainability deliverables and decarbonization efforts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong work ethic

Communication

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Undergraduate student in business/finance/economics/math

Job description

Why you’ll love working here:

high-performance, people-focused culture our commitment that equity, diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our work environment and business success, which helps employees feel valued and empowered to be their authentic selves learning and development initiatives, including workshops, Speaker Series events and access to LinkedIn Learning, that support employees’ career growth optional membership in HOOPP’s world class defined benefit pension plan, which can serve as an important part of your retirement security virtual fitness, yoga and meditation classes, nutritional consultations and wellness seminars flexible hybrid work model that embraces remote work the opportunity to make a difference and help take care of those who care for us, by providing a financially secure retirement for Ontario healthcare workers

Application deadline: September 15, 2026 Application requirements: Resume, transcript

Job Summary At HOOPP,

At HOOPP, we take a long-term approach to private capital investing and have a track record as a collaborative, long-term partner to businesses, their investors and other stakeholders. HOOPP Infrastructure (“HI”), the Infrastructure arm within Private Markets, was established in mid-2019 to support HOOPP’s strategic plan, strengthen diversification, and generate strong risk-adjusted returns. Actively investing across various geographic markets (e.g. North America, Europe, Australia) and across the capital structure (e.g. common equity, structured equity, credit), HI focuses on delivering long-term stability and resilience to the Total Fund through direct investments, co-investments, and fund investments. Currently, HI manages over $7 billion in net asset value.

What you will do:

In this role, you will work closely with HI team members to meaningfully contribute to a broad scope of investment activities and operational strategic initiatives. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Review public, private, industry, economic and market information to share insights related to business models, sector dynamics, and investment theses across Infrastructure and the broader portfolio
• Assist in due diligence efforts on potential direct, co-investment and fund investment opportunities, including developing materials to support internal investment approvals and contributing to cross-asset insights where relevant
• Prepare analysis of key industry developments, incorporating macroeconomic, regulatory, and technological trends (including AI) and assessing implications for portfolio positioning and total fund outcomes
• Contribute to the development of opportunity overviews and investment insights through the use of AI tools and data-driven research methods
• Support special initiatives and strategic projects led by the Infrastructure team, including portfolio analysis, market mapping, strategic partnerships, and cross-functional initiatives aligned with HOOPP’s strategic priorities
• Support the development and enhancement of HOOPP Infrastructure’s data and analytics capabilities to generate actionable insights and improve decision-making
• Contribute to portfolio-level analytics, including aggregation of asset-level data, to support Infrastructure’s role within the Total Portfolio Approach
• Assist in the innovation and continuous improvement of Infrastructure’s systems, tools, and data infrastructure, including integration with enterprise data platforms and investment analytics tools
• Execute on sustainability-related deliverables, contributing to portfolio decarbonization efforts, climate risk assessment, and alignment with HOOPP’s Net Zero commitments

What you will bring:

• Enrolled in an undergraduate program with a focus in business, finance, economics, or math is preferred, but not necessary
• Have a combination of strong analytical skills, strong work ethic, excellent communication and collaboration skills, and ability to adapt quickly to a fast-paced environment
• All students (regardless of year of study) are encouraged to apply

The expected hourly rate range for this role is $26.00 to $40.00 The actual hourly rate offered to the successful candidate may vary based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, individual's expertise and level of experience applicable to the role they are being offered.

About HOOPP

Founded in 1960 by the Ontario Hospital Association, the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) is one of Canada’s strongest and most stable defined benefit pension plans. For over 65 years, HOOPP has delivered on its pension promise to Ontario’s healthcare workers, now serving more than 504,000 members and 870 employers across the province. With offices in Toronto and London, HOOPP manages a global, diversified multi-asset portfolio. One of Canada’s Maple 8 pension plans, HOOPP oversees $132 billion in assets and remains fully funded, supported by strong risk-adjusted returns, stable contribution rates for more than 20 years and independent governance. Our strength is powered by our people who bring HOOPP’s mission, vision and values to life and play a crucial role in helping us succeed. We are a purpose-driven organization committed to building an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace where different perspectives drive better outcomes. We look for talented, forward-thinking individuals who want their work to have real impact on the lives of others. We believe an equitable, diverse and inclusive (EDI) workplace is integral to cultivating a positive culture. We integrate fair and inclusive practices into our programs and processes, creating equal opportunity and establishing a consistent employee experience across our organization. If you need accommodation at any point in our recruitment process, please advise your recruiter or email us [e-mail] we will be happy to consult with you so that arrangements can be made for reasonable accommodation.