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Title:  ASPIRE Commercial Banking - Roynat Capital - Winter 2027 Co-op / Internship - Darmouth

                                                                                                               

 

 

Requisition ID: 273157 
Employee Referral Program – Potential Reward:   

We are committed to investing in our employees and helping you continue your career at Scotiabank.

 

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

 

Location: Dartmouth, NS

Term: January - August 2027 

Work Hours: 37.5 Hours per week 

Application Deadline: 10/05/2026

 

Kickstart your career with Scotiabank’s Commercial Aspire Program! This is your opportunity to gain real-world experience, build your network, and explore what it’s like to work in Canadian Commercial Banking—all while contributing meaningfully to our teams. Aspire is designed for ambitious students who are curious, collaborative, and eager to learn. We're looking for students who demonstrate strong communication skills, intellectual curiosity, accountability, and a desire to make a meaningful contribution. 

 

If you want to strengthen your credit, financial analysis, and business acumen, this opportunity will provide hands-on exposure to a team that supports Canadian businesses through specialized financing solutions and strategic transactions. You'll gain experience analyzing businesses, assessing risk, supporting underwriting activities, and developing an understanding of how capital solutions help companies pursue growth, expansion, acquisitions, and other strategic objectives. 

 

Roynat Capital has a proud history of supporting Canadian mid-market businesses for over 60 years, adapting to the evolving needs of entrepreneurs and companies across the country. Our professionals are dedicated to providing creative financing solutions and expert advice to help businesses grow, expand, and navigate complex transactions such as mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic partnerships. Whether working with established firms or emerging enterprises, we remain committed to delivering exceptional client experiences through proactive portfolio management, tailored financial solutions, and a thorough understanding of each client’s unique business challenges. 

 

Is this role right for you?  

With Aspire, you’ll gain early exposure to Commercial Banking by working on meaningful projects and learning from experienced professionals. You’ll have opportunities to: 

 

  • Support Relationship Managers in proactively acquiring new clients by applying a disciplined sales approach, gaining a deep understanding of client needs, and assisting throughout the loan process. 

  • Strengthen client relationships by expanding your knowledge of our clients’ businesses and the industries in which they operate, and by building a robust network with partners both within Roynat and across Scotiabank. 

  • Take initiative in underwriting requirements by following up with clients, performing comprehensive financial analysis, preparing investment summaries, and identifying strategies to mitigate risk. 

  • Facilitate seamless client interactions with Roynat by delivering a full range of products and services, ensuring efficient turnaround times and a client-focused experience. 

  • Foster a client-focused culture by consistently demonstrating adaptability, energy, and a personable approach in all client interactions. 

  • Ensure that the Bank’s risk appetite and risk culture are considered in day-to-day activities and decisions. 

 

Who we’re looking for: 
You thrive in a structured environment with clear guidance and deadlines, and you bring a positive, flexible, and professional attitude.

 

Key capabilities: 

  • You are client-centric and passionate about enhancing the client experience 

  • You are collaborative and work effectively with others 

  • You are organized and able to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail 

  • You are comfortable operating in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment 

  • You are analytical and use data to inform decisions and recommendations 

  • You are adept at identifying problems and developing effective, strategic solutions 

 

Key requirements: 

  • You are enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree in Business, Commerce, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field 

  • Advanced coursework in corporate finance, valuation, financial modeling, mergers and acquisitions, or investment analysis is considered an asset 

  • You have strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) 

  • You have excellent written and verbal communication skills 

  • You have good presentation skills and consistently demonstrate professionalism 

  • You have a natural curiosity and eagerness to learn about Commercial Banking 

  

How to apply 

We focus on relationships over resumes. Instead of submitting a traditional resume, please: 

 

  1. Complete your  PLUM Profile and save a screenshot. 

  1. Complete a short one-way video interview here. 

  1. Apply to the role and upload your PLUM Profile screenshot when prompted for a resume. 

 

Location(s):  Canada : Nova Scotia : Dartmouth 

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.

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