About the Role
This internship offers the opportunity to conduct meaningful research on systemic barriers faced by Indigenous peoples in financial services and to gain valuable industry experience within Equitable Bank, Canada's Challenger Bank™.
Responsibilities
- Work across various teams within Mortgage Services on a rotational basis to understand key responsibilities of each unit.
- Understand and follow policies, guidelines, and procedures.
- Work within established guidelines to prioritize workload and liaise with various internal teams.
- Conduct research on systemic barriers to mortgages for Indigenous peoples.
- Draw on lived experiences to bring awareness to issues impacting Indigenous communities.
- Work collectively with peer Indigenous Interns.
- Develop and deliver a final paper/report with findings and recommendations.
- Support business group initiatives and assist with day-to-day operations as required.
- Collaborate with team members to identify and implement process improvements.
- Participate in meetings and contribute insights relevant to the team’s objectives.
- Support additional administrative or project-based tasks as needed.
Requirements
- An Indigenous student currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a college, university, or equivalent program.
- Business and financial knowledge is an asset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
- Excellent written communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to work independently and review one’s own work.
- Ability to source research ethically and ensure proper citation practices.
- All candidates considered for hire must successfully complete a criminal background check and credit check.
Skills
- Microsoft Office products
- Written communication
- Attention to detail
- Analytical skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Independent work
- Ethical research sourcing
- Proper citation practices
Location
- Toronto
- Remote
Work Type
- Internship
Experience Level
- Student or Recent Graduate
Education Level
- College
- University
- Equivalent program
Benefits
- Competitive discretionary bonus
- Market leading RRSP match program
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits
- Employee Share Purchase Plan
- Maternity/Parental top-up
- Generous vacation policy and personal days
- Virtual events
- Professional development and comprehensive Career Development program
About the Company
- EQ is remaking banking so every Canadian gets ahead, every day.
- Serving nearly 4 million Canadians from coast to coast, EQ offers a wide variety of financial services from banking and lending, to trust and credit union solutions.
- EQ has been challenging the conventions of traditional banking with smarter, faster, and more connected financial experiences since 1970.
- EQ is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
- EQB Inc. (TSX: EQB) is the parent company of Equitable Bank, the country's seventh-largest Schedule I bank by assets, which operates EQ Bank, Canada's Challenger Bank™.
- EQB Inc. serves nearly 4 million Canadians and manages approximately $150 billion in combined assets under management and administration.
Equal Opportunity
- Equitable Bank is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
- We recognize the importance of understanding the systemic barriers that Indigenous peoples face when accessing and working in Financial Services.
- We provide a barrier‑free recruitment process and work environment.
- If you require accommodations at any stage, we will work with you to ensure you can bring your best self to the process and beyond.
- EQ is committed to building an inclusive, accessible environment where every employee feels valued, respected, and supported.
- We believe our organization is stronger — and our people thrive — when we honour and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives.
- We’re equally committed to supporting your growth, both professionally and personally.
