GBM - Business Risk Management (Internal Controls) Internship/Co-op - Winter 2027

Term: January 2027 - April 2027

Work Hours/ Week: 37.5

Location: Toronto, ON

Application Deadline: 10/05/2026

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).
 
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