The National Bank of Canada 

At National Bank Financial Markets, we firmly believe that an inclusive business is stronger, higher performing and offers better adapted solutions to its clients, employees, and communities’ needs. Therefore, we are committed to building a respectful and inclusive workplace that allows everyone to reach their potential and bring their whole self to work. 

In this sense, we are launching our National Bank Financial Markets Diversity Scholarship program for Women, dedicated to students interested in pursuing a career in Financial Markets. 

Program Overview

This initiative encourages skilled and talented students who are interested in a career in Financial Markets to continue their pursuit of either an under-graduate or post-graduate degree in Finance, Business, Commerce, Economics, Computer Science, Math, Risk Management or Financial Engineering, while providing them with the opportunity to get acquainted with our organization.

As you are completing your education, we offer the opportunity to put your in-class learnings to use and gain valuable on-the-job work experience.

The Opportunity

Successful candidates will each be granted a $10,000 scholarship as well as an internship opportunity in 2023 in our Corporate & Investment Banking or Sales & Trading areas depending on their skillsets and area of interest.  

As a recipient, you will be paired with a mentor leading up to your arrival at National Bank, ensuring a link between you and National Bank Financial Markets throughout your studies. 

Eligibility Requirements

We are accepting applications this year from April 4th to April 22nd.

To be eligible for this program, you must meet the following criteria:

•    Currently pursuing a full-time program in a university in Canada approved by National Bank (successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of their enrolment for the academic year). 

•    Have a genuine interest in a career in Capital Markets

•    Outstanding academic performance

•    Legally entitled to work in Canada;

 

Application Process

You will have until April 22nd to apply to job number FIN0097A on our Career site at http://www.nbc.ca

Please ensure you provide us with the following documents as part of your application: 

•    A cover letter detailing your motivation for pursuing studies related to financial markets and your career objectives

•    A résumé

•    Copy of your transcripts to date

All documents must be grouped in one PDF file named Lastname_Firstname_UniversityName.pdf (Example Smith_Margaret_Dalhousie.pdf)

**PLEASE NOTE – Failure to provide a complete application will result in your application not being assessed as a potential recipient of the program.

We're putting people first 

We're a Bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on peoples' lives. 

Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusivity is central to our commitments. We offer a barrier-free workplace that is accessible to all employees.  

We want our recruitment process to be fully accessible. If you require accommodations, let us know during your first conversations with us. 

Legal Notes

We strongly encourage candidates who have interest in Capital Markets, but who do not meet the requirements for this program, to visit our career site for additional programs and opportunities within National Bank Financial Markets. 

All successful recipients of the employment opportunity are subject to National Bank’s hiring criteria.  By submitting an application, the applicant authorizes National Bank of Canada and its respective representatives to collect, use, disclose and confirm information about the applicant, provided on the Application submitted (including references) to those who need to know such information for the purposes of administering and promoting the Program. The selection committee will use the information only for the purposes of evaluating the Application. 

National Bank reserves the right to modify, amend or cancel this Program at any time without notice and to decide all questions respecting the awarding of Scholarships, and the administration of the terms and conditions of the Program.

Equal opportunity employment is an integral part of the Bank’s values and commitments.