Title:  2026 UK Risk Summer Internship

Requisition ID: 243013

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

Duration: June – end of August 2026 (10 weeks) 

Location: London, United Kingdom

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. We are powered by our 97,000 high-performing teammates who make a real difference across the globe as a leading provider of advice, products, digital experiences, and financial services. This is a place where you’ll get to learn and develop your skills, while being recognised for your hard work. At Scotiabank, we’re passionate about bringing our whole selves to work, allowing us to create inclusive work environments for everyone to enjoy.

Our Europe operations are located in London and Dublin and are part of our Global Banking & Markets (GBM) business. GBM provides a full range of investment banking, credit and risk management products and services relevant to the financing and strategic development needs of our clients.

Our products include debt and equity financing, mergers & acquisitions, corporate banking, institutional equity sales, trading and research, fixed income products, derivatives, energy, foreign exchange, and precious metals. We also cross-sell the full range of wholesale products and services offered by the Scotiabank Group.

Programme Overview:

Scotiabank offers an exciting opportunity to join the London-based Risk team of a Canadian Bank commencing in June 2026.

This 10-week programme is designed for students in their first year of study (or second year of a four year degree) who are eager to learn and have a passion for Risk. 

Predominantly based within the Enterprise Risk function, this internship will allow you to gain exposure to risk management oversight of the business lines, as well as deepen your understanding of how an investment bank's Risk function works, and learn what it takes to be a trusted business partner.

What You Can Expect:

• Risk Identification and Assessment: Assist in gathering and analyzing data to identify material and emerging risks across business units and functions
• Risk Reporting and Dashboards: Contribute to the preparation of regular enterprise risk reports, including dashboards and key risk indicators (KRIs), for management and Board committees
• Regulatory and Policy Support: Assist in reviewing and updating risk management policies, procedures, and frameworks to align with evolving regulatory expectations and internal governance standards
• Risk Governance support: Provide administrative and analytical support for risk committees, including agenda preparation, documentation, and follow-up on action items.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Liaise with internal stakeholders (e.g. Finance, Compliance, Audit, and Business Units) to collect risk-related information and support cross-functional projects
• Risk Management (GRM) Governance and Assurance: Assist the Enterprise Risk team with assurance testing
• Work with subject matter experts assisting with various BAU tasks on financial and non-financial risks
• Complete an intern project assignment and present it to the wider team

Programme Highlights:

Our internship is designed to give you real insight into life at Scotiabank. Alongside your day-to-day responsibilities, you’ll take part in:

• A weekly speaker series with leaders from across the Bank
• Peer to peer intern presentations
• Social and networking events
• A CSR project that supports one of our charity partners

Who We're Looking For:

• You are a first-year undergraduate student (or second-year on a four-year degree) 
• You are available for a 10-week internship between mid-June to end of August 2026
• You have a demonstrated interest in and knowledge of the financial markets
• You have a basic understanding of banking and risk management  
• You have an analytical mindset with a passion for critical thinking and working collaboratively 
• You possess excellent interpersonal skills and are looking to work as part of a diverse and inclusive team 
• You are eligible to work in the United Kingdom

How To Apply:

1. Fill out an application via the Scotiabank careers portal and submit your CV when prompted (please note a cover letter is not required)
2. Successful applicants will be contacted regarding next steps, which will be comprised of two interviews with members of the Risk team

Summer Internship applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We thank all candidates for taking the time to apply; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Scotiabank is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. If you require accessibility accommodations during the recruitment, selection, and/or onboarding processes, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs. 

We value the unique skills and experiences everyone brings to the Bank and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. Accommodations (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, or Assistive Technology) at any stage of the recruitment lifecycle can be provided upon request. 

Location(s):  England : Greater London : London (UK) 

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.