Title:  GTB - Trade & Working Capital Solution Internship/Co-Op - Fall 2026

Requisition ID: 261216 

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

GTB – Trade & Working Capital Solution Internship/Co-Op – Fall 2026

Term: September – December 2026

Work Hours/Week: 37.5 

Application Deadline: 05/29/2026

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). 

The Trade & Working Capital Intern will support in providing and executing the appropriate trade & working capital solution for clients. You will contribute to the overall success of Trade & Working Capital Solutions in ensuring specific client pitches, transactions, plans, initiatives are executed / delivered in support of the overall business strategies and objectives of Global Transaction Banking. You will ensure that all activities conducted follow governing regulations, internal policies and procedures. 

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

• Work closely with Director & Head and Associate Directors, Trade & Working Capital Solutions Specialist and act as a subject matter expert   

• Champion a client focused culture to develop the most appropriate solution that enhances the overall client relationship and leverage internal and external stakeholder relationships, systems and knowledge. (e.g. legal, credit, operations) 

• In collaboration with Director & Head and Associate Directors, Trade & Working Capital Solutions, responsible for providing solutions to clients across Canada and US. 

• Contribute to the clients’ and GTB business goals by providing the right solution, that retains and increases the overall profitability of the client relationship while maintaining an acceptable level of risk 

• In close collaboration with the TMO and GBM RM, identify market trends that could drive new opportunities to prepare and deliver client pitches, structure and analyze new transactions 

• In close collaboration with TMO and GBM RM, grow and expand existing programs and handle customer requests for new issuances of Trade and Working Capital instruments, amendments of existing credit facilities, complete risk assessments and prepare credit presentations/recommendations 

• Review Trade & Working Capital Product terms and credit/legal documentation in conjunction with internal and external Legal Counsel, culminating in the closing of transactions 

• Lead end-to-end product onboarding of new clients by coordinating with internal partners (TMO, Corporate Banking, GRM, Execution, Operations, GBM Onboarding). 

• Identify and provide risk mitigation strategies such that, the risk of any Trade & Working Capital Solution is within the Bank’s risk appetite and our risk culture  

• Pursue effective and efficient operations of his/her respective areas in accordance with Scotiabank’s Values, its Code of Conduct and the, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, AML/ATF/sanctions and conduct risk. 

• Champions a high performance environment and contributes to an inclusive work environment 

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, competitions, and/or hackathons. 
• You have proven negotiation, active listening, analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• You have concern and regard for managing operational and enterprise risk. 
• You come with experience in credit analysis, risk assessment, and structuring 
• You have excellent written and oral communication skills 
• You have an understanding of the cross-border nature of trade & working capital solutions  
• You are interested in a client facing role with ongoing deliverables and tight deadlines

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. 

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.