Trade Floor Intern

Powerex Corp.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

3 weeks paid vacation

Defined benefit pension plan

Job summary

Powerex Corp. in Vancouver is offering a Front Office Summer Intern/Co-op. The program targets second or third year university students who excel academically and in teamwork. You will rotate through teams, handling deal sourcing, risk analysis, policy and portfolio support, with strong emphasis on Excel and communication. A return term and possible full-time opportunities are anticipated.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a university degree program (2nd or 3rd year).
• Strong analytical, communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive self-starter with organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support multiple teams across Powerex during Co-op term.
• Engage in deal sourcing, risk management, market policy and portfolio management tasks.
• Assist in updating financial models and supporting management teams.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Multi-tasking

Leadership qualities

Interpersonal communication

Adaptability

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

University Degree in Commerce/Finance/Accounting or Economics or Engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Powerex Corp. has an opening for a Front Office Summer Intern/Co-op Student. This program is designed for bright, highly analytical individuals who excelled in their high school and post-secondary education, and who are currently in their second or third years of university studies. If you are a self-starter who is passionate about energy and you have excellent organizational, communication, and teamwork skills, this may be an opportunity for you. Powerex intends for Co-op Students to return for future Co-op terms or to a permanent Rotational Analyst role following graduation from university.

The Co-Op role is varied as it supports numerous teams throughout Powerex. One candidates’ rotation may not be the same as another’s.

During your Co-Op term you will support one of the teams within Powerex which will give you exposure to some of the unique aspects of our business:

• Deal sourcing and assessment
• Risk management; including financial analysis, research, and modeling
• Market Policy and Compliance
• Portfolio management; including monthly updating of financial models and providing support to management teams

What We Offer

• Powerex prides itself on offering a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, including a flexible benefits package, 3 weeks paid vacation to start, and a defined benefit pension plan – learn more at powerex.com/careers
• Dynamic, fast-paced, and team-oriented culture with opportunities for growth and professional development, and a strong commitment to the wellbeing of our employees
• Salary $58,000 annualized for Second Year, $72,000 Annualized for Third Year Returning Student
• Fantastic location in Downtown Vancouver (on major transit routes, near the Skytrain and Seabus)

Qualifications & Experience

• The ideal candidate must be enrolled in a University Degree in a highly analytical program such as Commerce (Finance, Accounting), Economics or Engineering. Other desired qualifications/experience include:

Required Attributes / Qualities

• Naturally high analytical aptitude (e.g. top 5-10% in High School Calculus/Physics with minimal effort)
• Ability to think critically, with the capacity to multi-task in a high-pressure environment and a desire to learn.
• Advanced Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills
• Self-aware, humble, and intellectually curious
• Adaptable to rapidly changing constraints, with quick-thinking skills and an innate sense of urgency
• Energized by learning new things and engaging across a wide range of issues
• Logical Thinker
• Someone who recognizes each person plays a role in the success of a team
• Competitive as a team member, but not in competitionwithin the team
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, resilient, and determined
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal communication, and negotiation skills
• Demonstrated leadership qualities

Preferred Attributes / Qualities

• AP Level courses in High School or equivalent (Calculus, Physics, Statistics and Economics)

For more information on Powerex and why we believe we are a great company to work for, have a look at our website powerex.com. If you feel up to the challenge, and want to experience the energy and achieve the extraordinary, we would love to hear from you.