mergers and acquisitions associate

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A major financial institution is offering a paid internship for a Merger and Acquisition Associate in Toronto, Ontario. The role provides hands-on experience in corporate restructuring and M&A. Interns will perform critical tasks such as analyzing financial metrics, preparing presentations, and managing data rooms. Candidates should be enrolled in post-secondary education and possess strong analytical and project management skills. The internship term is from May to August 2026, with an application deadline of January 16, 2026.

Benefits

In-depth training

Ongoing coaching

Exposure to senior leadership

Qualifications

• Current post-secondary enrolment.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Foundational knowledge of finance concepts.
• Experience with financial modelling and research platforms.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial metrics and assist in preparing presentations.
• Participate in sale processes and manage data rooms.
• Support corporate restructuring initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Curiosity

Project management

Education

Post-secondary enrollment

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Bloomberg

Job description

Title posted on CareerBeacon - Velocity? - Mergers & Acquisition Internship Co‑Op - Summer

Posted on December 23, 2025 by Employer details Scotiabank

Merger and Acquisition Associate

Job Details

• Requisition ID: 245681
• Term: May 2026 – August 2026
• Work Hours/Week: 37.5
• Application Deadline: 01/16/2026
• Location: Toronto, ON (On‑site)
• Salary: $26.73 – $67.00 per hour
• Terms of employment: Permanent, Full‑time
• Starts as soon as possible
• Vacancies: 1

Position Overview

Kick-start your career with a customized internship/Co‑Op program that offers hands‑on experience in M&A and corporate restructuring, while building your network and receiving paid compensation.

Responsibilities

• Acquisitions & Divestitures – analyze financial metrics, conduct in‑depth research, assist in preparing presentations and due‑diligence materials.
• Participate in sale processes, including data‑room management.
• Corporate Restructuring – support initiatives to optimize capital allocation and improve financial efficiency.
• Complete additional projects assigned by the team.

Qualifications

• Current post‑secondary enrolment.
• Strong analytical skills, curiosity, and the ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.
• Foundational knowledge of finance concepts and financial statements.
• Experience with financial modelling, Bloomberg, and other research platforms.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

What's in it for you

Join a diverse, innovative, and high‑performing team, receive in‑depth training and ongoing coaching, attend exclusive student events, and benefit from a bank‑wide orientation and exposure to senior leadership.

Application Process

No resumes required. Complete a PLUM profile (screenshot upload), finish a short one‑way video interview, and apply to the role.

Advertised until

2026‑01‑21