About the role#
As a Fraud Strategy Intern, you will work with the team responsible for shaping the approach to fraud risk management across the Canadian payments ecosystem. You will gain exposure to fraud intelligence, emerging risk assessment, strategic planning, and governance. You will collaborate with partners across Product, Fraud Analytics, Operations, Risk, Legal, and Compliance teams. You will also lead a defined project focused on a strategic priority, allowing you to take ownership of a deliverable from planning through completion.
What you'll do#
- Research fraud trends, scam typologies, and emerging risks impacting the Canadian payments ecosystem.
- Support the development of fraud intelligence reports, executive briefings, and strategic materials.
- Maintain and improve fraud-related knowledge repositories and documentation.
- Assess how fraud information is accessed and identify ways to improve knowledge sharing.
- Engage with internal stakeholders to gather requirements and feedback.
- Compile, analyze, and present findings to support strategy and decision-making.
- Contribute to the planning and documentation of fraud governance activities.
- Lead a defined term project and present outcomes to the Fraud Strategy team.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Canadian post-secondary program in Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Economics, Political Science, Data Science, or a related field.
- Strong research and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to evaluate opportunities and recommendations through a practical lens.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Curiosity and a desire to understand complex problems.
- Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and the ability to work independently.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
Location & details#
- Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January to April).
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid ($25 per hour).
About Interac Corp.
Interac Corp. operates a payment and identification network based in Toronto. Founded in 1984, the company connects nearly 300 financial institutions. Its services support digital payments and money exchanges for Canadians. The organization maintains a focus on security and privacy within the financial services sector.
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