Wealth Management - Strategy & Projects Internship-Co-op - Winter 2027

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scotia Student Day

Lunch & Learns

Leadership panels

Bank-wide orientation

Job summary

Scotiabank is offering a full-time internship in Wealth Management based in Toronto. The term runs January through April 2027 with a 37.5-hour work week.

You’ll be introduced to a client-focused environment and gain hands-on experience across multiple roles within Wealth Management. Successful interns will participate in in-depth training, Scotia Student Day events, and ongoing coaching to accelerate learning.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in post-secondary education.
• Interest in innovation and emerging trends.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.
• Experience with MS Word, MS Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of projects and key initiatives.
• Contribute to the preparation of reporting and project enhancement recommendations.
• Manage the development and implementation of enhancements to existing programs/projects.
• Continually acquire and enhance knowledge of business strategies.
• Work with stakeholders and SMEs to produce presentation and support material.
• Draft, document and review detailed project communications for clarity.
• Draft policies and procedures for project roll out.
• Act as general business support in cross-functional projects.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written & verbal communication

Organizational skills

Creative communication

Education

Post-secondary enrollment

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Requisition ID: 272741

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Term: January - April 2027

Work Hours/Week: 37.5

Application Deadline: 10/5/2026

There's no better way to kickstart your career than to do a co-op or internship with Scotiabank! During your work term, you’ll have the opportunity to be part of a winning team, build your network, and discover what you love - all while getting paid to do it! There's a place for every type of student at Scotiabank, and all that we ask for is that you have passion and strong AOO (Attitude, Ownership, and Opportunity).

This full-time internship is designed to introduce students to the dynamic, client-focused environment of Wealth Management at Scotiabank, and provides the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and contribute meaningfully to the business. This job posting covers multiple roles across various teams, allowing applicants to be considered for several positions within Wealth Management through a single application.

Possible Roles Include

• Centre of Excellence (COE)
• Acquisitions, Partnerships & Expansion Intern
• PMO Intern
• Private Investment Counsel (PIC) Business Analyst
• Product Strategy Intern

Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:

• Assist in the development of projects and key initiatives.
• Contribute to the preparation of reporting and project enhancement recommendations.
• Manage the development and implementation of enhancements to existing programs/projects.
• Continually acquire and enhance knowledge of business strategies.
• Work with numerous stakeholders and subject matter experts in producing presentation and support material.
• Draft, document and review detailed project and support communications that will ensure details are being communicated as required.
• Draft policies and procedures for project roll out to ensure a smooth transition from project implementation to day-to-day operation.
• Act as general business support in cross-functional projects, working collaboratively with partners to move assigned deliverables forward.

Requirements

• You are currently enrolled in post-secondary education.
• You enjoy being involved in extracurricular activities such as conferences, clubs, and competitions.
• You have a passion for innovation and ongoing interest in emerging trends.
• You are a creative communicator with the ability to contribute to decks, proposals, and other materials that showcase projects under development.
• You enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where idea generation is valued at all levels of the organization.
• You have strong analytical skills.
• You have strong written and oral communication skills.
• You have strong organizational and planning skills.
• You have experience in MS Word, MS Excel, and PowerPoint.

What’s in it for you?

• You’ll be part of a diverse, collaborative, innovative, and high-performing team.
• In-depth training to prepare you for the role, as well as ongoing coaching and feedback to help you succeed!
• Exclusive student events such as Scotia Student Day, Lunch & Learns, leadership panels, and much more!
• Bank-wide orientation to learn more about Scotiabank and gain exposure to senior leadership across the organization.

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.