2027 Capital Markets, COO Operations Summer Analyst

RBC

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 81,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

RBC Capital Markets in Chicago invites undergraduates to join the COO Operations Summer Analyst Program. This 10-week internship offers hands-on experience across trading, clearing, client services, settlements, and regulatory reporting in a dynamic Capital Markets environment.

You will work alongside experienced professionals, develop analytical skills, and gain exposure to RBC’s capabilities. Graduating December 2027 or Spring 2028 is expected, with strong communication and problem-solving

Qualifications

The program seeks well-rounded undergraduates with strong academic achievement and interest in capital markets.
Prior exposure to finance concepts and analytical thinking is preferred.
Involvement in extracurricular activities and leadership are valued.

Responsibilities

Support COO Operations across trading, clearing, client services, settlements and reporting areas.
Gain hands-on capital markets experience by collaborating with professionals.
Learn RBC Capital Markets capabilities and participate in a fast-paced team.
Engage with mentors and complete practical training during the 10-week program.

Skills

Market knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Multi-tasking under pressure

Microsoft Word/Outlook

Education

Bachelor’s Degree with focus in Business, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Job Description

COO Operations Summer 2027 Analyst Program

WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?

RBC Capital Markets is a premier investment bank that provides a focused set of products and services to corporations, institutional investors and governments around the world. With more than 7,100 professionals, we operate out of 70 offices in 15 countries across North America, the U.K., Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region. We work with clients in over 100 countries around the globe to deliver the expertise and execution required to raise capital, access markets, mitigate risk and acquire or dispose of assets. According to Bloomberg and Dealogic, we are consistently ranked among the largest global investment banks. RBC Capital Markets (RBCCM) is part of a leading provider of financial services, Royal Bank of Canada (RBC). Operating since 1869, RBC is one of the top 15 largest banks in the world and the fifth largest in North America, as measured by market capitalisation. With a strong capital base and consistent financial performance, RBC is among a small group of highly rated global banks.

COO Operations Summer Program

Internship opportunities exist within RBCCM for energetic, bright and talented undergraduate students. There are opportunities in a range of business support and product areas in COO Operations that suit the interests of driven and focused students looking for a career in Capital Markets.

While working and learning alongside our experienced technical professionals, Summer Interns are given various responsibilities relating to the many areas of support for the Futures Commission Merchant (FCM) within the Capital Markets division, as well as exposure to the products and services offered by the FCM.

The COO Operations Summer Program provides interns the opportunity to gain in-depth, hands-on experience while working and learning alongside our experienced professionals.

In selecting intern candidates, we look for well-rounded individuals with a track record of outstanding academic achievement, proven technical and analytical skills and a diversity of extracurricular activities. Other essential qualities we look for include strong oral and written communication skills, leadership qualities, initiative and the ability to play a key role as a team member in a fast-paced and challenging work environment.

Students will be provided with practical training, hands-on capital markets experience and career-building mentorship throughout the 10-week program.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

COO Operations Summer Analysts have the opportunity to gain experience in one of the different areas of the Futures Commission Merchant working alongside experienced COO Operations professionals. Some of the areas that participate in the program: trading, clearing, client services, settlements, financial and regulatory reporting.

Summer Analysts obtain hands-on experience working alongside experienced business professionals, exposure to the different areas of capital markets and an understanding of RBC Capital Markets capabilities.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

Bachelor’s Degree with a focus in Business, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, or related field
Graduating December 2027 or Spring 2028
Basic market knowledge and a demonstrated keen interest in the financial markets
Strong analytical and personal skills
Demonstrated problem-solving skills, business sense and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in high pressure environments
Proficient with the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas recommended: Customer Service, Accounting, Financial Planning/Analysis, Data Entry

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, think progressively, continue our growth, and deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our individual/collective potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

From this experience you would gain:

Direct exposure and hands-on experience including opportunities to do challenging work
Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
Opportunity to connect with different Capital Markets businesses
Ability to work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
Training including orientation sessions as well as an in-class curriculum and regular information sessions with key business leaders

The good-faith expected salary for the above position is $70,000 annualized depending on factors including but not limited to the candidate’s experience, skills, registration status; market conditions; and business needs. This position is non-exempt and paid at the equivalent hourly rate.

RBC’s compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging, and retaining talent that:

Drives RBC’s high-performance culture
Enables collective achievement of our strategic goals
Generates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value

Our Employment Opportunities

At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.

Additional Job Details

Address

111 SOUTH WACKER DRIVE, SUITE 3200:CHICAGO

City

Chicago

Country

United States of America

Work hours/week

Employment Type

Full time

Platform

CAPITAL MARKETS