Risk Analytics, Winter 2027 Co-op (8-month)

CIBC; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Banking benefit*

Wellbeing support

Employee and family assistance

Job summary

CIBC is seeking a risk management-focused intern in Toronto for an 8-month term. You will join a collaborative team and work on data-driven initiatives that improve banking solutions in a hybrid setting (1-3 days on-site).

The role emphasizes problem solving, programming in Python/SQL, and BI reporting with PowerBI while leveraging MS Office. Applicants should be enrolled in post-secondary studies and returning to full-time studies.

Qualifications

• You’re passionate about data and can analyze it to spot opportunities.
• You communicate clearly with written and verbal skills.
• You have programming experience in Python/SQL and enjoy problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Innovate with business partners to size opportunities.
• Simplify complex ideas for stakeholders through presentations.
• Work in a team to design new products and assess merit.
• Leverage technology with relational databases and BI tools.

Skills

Data analysis

Python

SQL

Education

Post-secondary education

Accounting/Finance/Business/Economics majors (asset)

Tools

PowerBI

SQL queries

MS Office

Job description

We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients. At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute. To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com

What you’ll be doing

Join CIBC’s Risk Management team who works to identify, assess, mitigate, monitor and control risks associated with business activities and strategies, and is responsible for providing an effective challenge to the lines of business. This is a great opportunity to be a part of highly collaborative, agile team-based environment, solving problems to create meaningful change across the enterprise. In this role, you will stretch your innovative thinking skills to help enhance the banking experience for the modern world. At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 1-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.

Important information

We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency, MS Office). 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.

You must be currently enrolled in post-secondary education and returning to full time studies after term to be eligible, however, you do not need to be in a registered Co-op program to be considered for this role. Majors in Accounting, Finance, Business, or Economics are an asset, but not required.

Please note all employees must work within their current jurisdiction and must reside within Canada.

Duration of term: 8 months (January – August 2027).

How you’ll succeed

• Innovation – Identify and size innovation opportunities with business partners.
• Simplification – Spend time simplifying complex ideas and concepts for key stakeholders through verbal and written presentations.
• Teamwork – Creatively work in a team to visualize and design a possible new product or service and to assess the market, business and technical merits of that concept.
• Communication – Use excellent verbal and writing skills to effectively articulate ideas and opinions that involve analysis, interpretation, and assessment.
• Change agent – Participate in concept development, facilitate, solicit, promote, and assess ideas and recommendations on an ongoing basis from business and technology partners, and be a champion for innovation across the bank.
• Leveraging technology – Understand the relational databases and have exposure to BI reporting tools, for example PowerBI and SQL queries. Strong knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Who you are

• You’re passionate about data. You have the technical skills to review and analyze data to find innovative opportunities and share with partners.
• You enjoy solving problems. You enjoy being presented with problems or issues and working with a team to find innovative solutions.
• You can communicate ideas effectively. You have excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively articulate ideas and opinions that involve analysis, interpretation, and assessment.
• You can demonstrate programming experience. You are familiar with programming languages such as Python, SQL, R and enjoy solving problems in a creative manner.
• You have creative ideas. You are curious and enjoy working in a team to visualize and design a possible new product or service and to assess the market, business and technical merits of that concept.
• You live your values. You bring high standards, genuine care to your relationships, and want to grow with an employer that shares your values and brings out your best.

What CIBC Offers

• Competitive compensation
• Banking benefit*
• Wellbeing support
• Employee and family assistance programs
• MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program

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.

Expected End Date 2027-08-27

Job Location Toronto-81 Bay, 29th Floor

Employment Type Temporary (Fixed Term)

Weekly Hours 37.5

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.