About the role#
We are looking for a student to join our team for the Winter 2027 term. This is a full-time, paid internship based in Toronto. You will work with a team focused on the research, development, and deployment of investment risk reporting and analytics. The term length is flexible for 4 or 8 months, beginning in January 2027.
What you'll do#
- Streamline portfolio risk reporting, covering areas such as liquidity, factor, counterparty, derivative, FX, and credit risk.
- Monitor investment compliance and policy restriction limits, including the escalation protocol for remedial actions.
- Develop and prototype new risk models, tools, and reporting solutions.
- Collaborate with Investment Risk Support and Investment teams to integrate Front Office risk analytics into reporting workflows.
- Conduct research on portfolio risk disaggregation and forecasting techniques.
- Perform data reasonability checks to identify potential errors and resolve issues.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders.
What you'll need#
- A bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline like mathematics, statistics, or quantitative finance.
- Proficiency in SQL, Python, or VBA.
- Experience with Microsoft Office, Bloomberg, database tools, and Microsoft Power BI.
- Demonstrated skills in portfolio and risk modelling.
- A working knowledge of investment risk management, performance attribution, and reporting practices across public and private asset classes.
- Strong analytical skills to identify and resolve complex problems.
- The ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a team.
- Excellent communication skills to explain complex information clearly.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Toronto, Ontario.
- We operate under a hybrid work model with an office-first approach at our downtown location.
About Investment Management Corporation of Ontario (IMCO)
The Investment Management Corporation of Ontario manages 90.7 billion dollars in assets. It provides investment management services to public sector institutions. The organization offers portfolio construction advice and risk management capabilities. It operates as an independent entity based in Toronto. The firm was founded in 2016.
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