Requisition ID: 245771

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

There's no better way to kickstart your career 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).

The Velocity Program is not your average internship or co-op! This is a customized experience that focuses on providing you with the development and tools you need to grow your career. After successfully completing a co-op or internship with top performance, we will work with you to establish your future placements. As a result, you will get to learn, grow, and experiment within different areas of both Scotiabank and Tangerine!

The Summer Intern for Global Banking and Markets (GBM) Communications will play a key role in supporting the development and execution of internal and external communications that align with GBM’s strategic priorities and communication processes. This position will assist the GBM Communications team in ensuring timely, accurate, and engaging communications across multiple platforms, contributing to the smooth operation of communication workflows. The intern will report directly to the Manager, GBM Communications.

Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:

• Assist with research to aid in the development of internal and external communications
• Design and format templates, banners and graphics for our internal and external communications platforms. 
• Manage the GBM SharePoint/intranet site, including the posting of content such as announcements, executive leadership messages and strategy updates and design new pages. 
• Assist in managing email distributions and communications across all GBM channels, including both all-GBM audiences and targeted groups as needed. This includes regularly managing email distribution lists, updating screens and managing the GBM Communications mailbox. 
• Assist in the creation and development of presentations for the GBM employee base
• Support the planning and execution of town halls and meetings. 
• Manage translation requirements for distributions. 
• Record, edit and finalize videos for internal distribution. 
• Provide distribution support/back up for Regional Leads as required. 
• Prepare updates for shared calendars as required for GBM Communications. 
• Provide assistance on other communication initiatives as needed. 

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. Ideally in a bachelor or post-grad program in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field. 
• Course work or a certificate in graphic design, or equivalent experience 
• 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 and/or hackathons.
• Financial services sector experience is an asset. 
• Video creation and editing experience is an asset. 
• Fluency in French and/or Spanish is an asset. 
• You have a natural curiosity and awareness about current market and business trends. 
• You pride yourself on thinking outside of the box and bring in ground-breaking ideas to the team. 

What’s in it for you?

• 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.
  
  

How do I apply?

For students applying to our internship/co-op or new graduate programs, we do not require resumes! We believe in evaluating you through relationships over resumes and are focused on learning about who you are and what you’re interested in to uncover your true potential. Instead, we ask that as part of your application you complete the below:

1. Complete your PLUM Profile here and save as a screenshot.
2. Complete a short one-way video interview here.
3. Apply to the role and when the application asks for your resume, instead upload the screenshot of your PLUM Profile.

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. If you require technical assistance, please click here. 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.