Student, Alpha Strategies, Public Equities (May 2027)

Alberta Investment Management Corporation; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo) invites applications for a 4-month, full-time term with the Alpha Strategies team within Public Equities in Calgary. You will support investment research, portfolio analytics, data management and technology projects to strengthen strategies across market neutral relative value and arbitrage opportunities.

Ideal candidates are pursuing an undergraduate degree in finance, economics, math, statistics or computer science, with strong financial

Qualifications

• Pursuing undergrad in finance/economics/math/statistics/computer science or related field.
• Proven financial modelling skills and ability to conduct detailed financial analysis.
• Strong technical skills with Bloomberg, Capital IQ, FactSet, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Pursuing CFA Charter is an asset.
• Programming/data analysis skills and prior trading experience are assets.
• Team player with strong communication and relationship building skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to AIMCo’s core values.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operational management of the Alpha Strategies portfolio.
• Assist with investment research and idea generation.
• Build and maintain valuation models, screening databases and data sets.
• Proactively develop and communicate research for the team.
• Collaborate with various AIMCo teams to achieve common goals.

Skills

Financial modelling

Investment research

Programming / data analysis

Team collaboration

Communication

Fast-paced environment

Core values alignment

Education

Undergraduate degree in finance/economics/math/statistics/computer science or related field

CFA Charter (in progress)

Tools

Bloomberg

Capital IQ

FactSet

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

CLOSING DATE: October 1, 2026

Opportunity The Alpha Strategies team operates as part of the Public Equities team at AIMCo managing a variety of market neutral relative value and arbitrage strategies using a combination of fundamental and quantitative analysis. We are actively engaged in capital markets and invest in equity and equity-linked opportunities across our strategies. This role will strengthen the team and investment strategy by providing support with investment research, portfolio analytics, operational and data management and technology infrastructure projects.

Note: This is a 4-month, full-time term from May 2027 through August 2027. ***Job Posting will expire at 11:59pm MT on September 30, 2026***

Responsibilities

• Contributing to the day-to-day operational support and management of the Alpha Strategies portfolio
• Contributing to idea generation and investment research
• Build and maintain valuation models, screening databases and related data sets
• Proactively developing and communicating research for the team
• Collaborating with a variety of teams within AIMCo to achieve common goals

Ideal Candidate

• In pursuit of an undergraduate degree in finance, economics, math, statistics, computer science or related field.
• Proven financial modelling skills and ability to conduct detailed financial analysis.
• Strong technical skills (Bloomberg, Capital IQ, Factset, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Working towards the completion of CFA Charter or other related designation is an asset.
• Programming/data analysis skills and prior trading experience are considered assets.
• Team player with strong communication and relationship building skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates a commitment to AIMCo’s core values of excellence, transparency, humility, integrity and collaboration, and inspires the same in others.

Success Measures

Success at the end of your term will be determined by your ability to seek out learning opportunities and become involved in multiple projects, tasks, responsibilities, and investments. You will have developed an increased understanding of investment concepts and market knowledge, and a new appreciation of finance and investment management. A student who goes above and beyond expectations will participate in multiple projects and add value to team initiatives.

Final candidates will be asked to undergo a security screening, which includes a credit bureau and a criminal record investigation, the results of which must be acceptable to AIMCo.

Company Culture

At AIMCo, we draw upon the differences in who we are, where we come from and the way we think to deliver results for the Albertans who rely on us. We offer an inclusive, modern workplace where well-being is prioritized, and colleagues are enabled to do their best work. Our team members are motivated by our purpose and committed to creating long-term value for our clients and their beneficiaries. If you are a purpose-driven, high-achiever excited by the prospect of working in a dynamic industry, you’ll enjoy your career with us!

About AIMCo

Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo) is one of Canada’s largest and most diversified institutional investment managers with more than CAN$194.7 billion of assets under management. AIMCo invests globally on behalf of multiple pension, endowment, insurance and government funds in the Province of Alberta. AIMCo prioritizes results and outcomes through a flexible, hybrid approach to work. We are looking for proven achievers, motivated to work in a collaborative environment to help our clients secure a better financial future for the Albertans they serve.