GBM - Trade Floor Technology Consultant Internship/Co-op May 2024 (12 or 16 months)

Requisition ID: 184698

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

Term: 12 or 16 months

Start date: May 2024

Application Deadline: October 2, 2023

There’s no better way to find your dream job 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).

Who we are:

Global Banking & Markets (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.

Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:
As a Trade Floor Technology Consultant, you will provide responsive technical consulting and support for solving computer and related technology issues on Scotiabank’s trade floor. As part of the Global Banking & Markets, Trade Floor Support & Automationteam, you will:

• Analyze issues and then resolve, escalate, or redirect such issues to the appropriate channels.
• Implement leading-edge trading technologies used on the trade floor such as Bloomberg to constantly improve trade floor capabilities.
• Be responsible for handling and configuring a wide variety of mobile devices, such as laptops, iPhones, and tablets.
• Work on a variety of projects including new technology initiatives, data analysis, and analytics.
• May also take on programming tasks such as development of in-house web-based tools for optimization of trade floor processes.

What’s in it for you?

This position offers individuals an excellent opportunity for learning and personal development, especially to those who wish to gain exposure to capital markets and related fields.

• 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.
• Opportunity to get involved in the Scotiabank Co-op Social Committee and help plan events across Toronto.
• Work in the heart of the Financial and Entertainment Districts in downtown Toronto.
• Trade Floor Tours are available, offering a rare insight into modern financial analysis, trading, and sales.
• On-site cafeteria and free refreshments available.

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/hackathons.
• You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• You have effective problem solving and analytical skills.
• You are comfortable troubleshooting computer applications and handling computer hardware.
• Having knowledge or experience with web or database programming (e.g. HTML, JavaScript, CSS, SQL, C#) will be an additional asset.
• You have experience in working in the Windows environment (e.g. Windows 10).
• Having experience with network administration will be useful.
• Familiarity with the latest computer hardware and electronics and a broad understanding of today’s cellular and wireless technologies are an asset.
• You have a high level of attention to detail.
• You have high professional standards.
• You have a high level of energy and a keen desire to learn new concepts.

How do I apply?

Please complete the three steps below:

• Complete your PLUM Profile here and save as screenshot.
• Complete a short one-way video interviewhere.
• Apply to the role and when the application asks for your resume, instead upload the screenshot of your PLUM Profile and the most recent version of your transcript.

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  Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. It is recommended that you apply at your earliest convenience.
• To be considered for student opportunities at Scotiabank, Tangerine, and MD Financial you must completeallsteps 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. 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.