Title:  GBM - Internal Controls - Summer 2025 - Internship/Co-op

Requisition ID: 212862

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

Term: May – August 2025

Application Deadline: 01/17/2025
 
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).
 
Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:
•    Support a fast-paced growing team that provides oversight and control across the Bank’s Global Banking and Markets business line globally
 
Do you have the skills and requirements that will enable you to succeed in this role? – We’d love to work with you if:
•    You are currently enrolled in post-secondary education
•    You love to learn and envision yourself working for an international organization that heavily invests in your future
•    You enjoy being involved in extracurricular activities such as conferences, clubs, and competitions
•    You are articulate, have excellent presentation and communication skills and are eager to learn
•    You are a quick learner and self starter who is not shy to hit the ground running and ask questions to help you learn and grow 
 
We have two available roles within our Internal Controls Team
 
1) Global Governance
•    Work as part of the Global Governance team developing global solutions as well as the establishment of global standards and operating principles within Scotiabank GBM, liaising with internal and external stakeholders as required
•    Helps build the global enhancement of voice and e-communications controls and governance within GBM and establishes best practices for supervision (roll out of global training, new detection technology, coordination of global reviews of lexicons/scenarios/eligible employees for surveillance) while seeking input from multiple stakeholders
•    Foster an environment of collaboration and best practices with other subject matter experts within GBM.

 
2) First Line Testing
•    Support a fast growing team that aims to serve the GBM business by identifying risks and opportunities for control enhancements
•    Performs analysis to identify and address patterns, themes, or trends that indicate potential weaknesses or gaps in the execution of business line controls and procedures.
•    Assists in identifying and addressing underlying causes of control breakdowns or instances where controls are inadequate.
•    Review policies, procedures and support walkthroughs to identify key controls, document processes and report findings and issues identified
 
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.
•    Expect to interact with employees at all levels of the Bank including senior leadership
•    Expect on the job support to help you learn and a collaborative cross functional work environment
•    Gain an understanding of controls, documentation of business processes and regulatory requirements for Capital Markets
 
How do I apply?
 
For students applying to our internship/co-op or new graduate programs, we do not require resumes! We believe in evaluating you through relationships over resumes and are focused on learning about who you are and what you’re interested in to uncover your true potential. Instead, we ask that as part of your application you complete the below: 
 
 
1.    Complete your PLUM Profile here and save as a screenshot. 
2.    Complete a short one-way video interview here. 
3.    Apply to the role and when the application asks for your resume, instead upload the screenshot of your PLUM Profile 
 
*To be considered for student opportunities at Scotiabank, Tangerine, and MD Financial you must complete all steps above.
 

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.