Intern, Mortgage Services

Join a Challenger
Being a traditional bank just isn’t our thing, so we challenge ourselves to get creative in providing innovative banking solutions for Canadians.
How do we get there? With a talented team of inquisitive and agile challengers that break through the status quo. So, if you’re passionate about redefining the future of banking—while having fun—this could be your next big opportunity.
Our company continues to grow, and today we serve more than 800,000 customers across Canada through Equitable Bank, Canada's Challenger Bank™, and have been around for more than 50 years. Equitable Bank's wholly-owned subsidiary, Concentra Bank, supports credit unions across Canada that serve more than six million members. Together we have over $142 billion in combined assets under management and administration, with a clear mandate to drive change in Canadian banking to enrich people's lives. Our customers have named our EQ Bank digital platform (eqbank.ca) one of the top banks in Canada on the Forbes World's Best Banks list since 2021. 

The Work  Equitable Bank is driven by its mission to maintain its status as Canada’s Challenger Bank™ and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We recognize the importance of understanding the systemic barriers that Indigenous peoples face when accessing and working in Financial Services. We are offering these Indigenous Internship opportunities to support research on these barriers and provide recommendations for how Equitable Bank can better serve Indigenous communities. The internship will provide the successful candidates with the opportunity to conduct meaningful research and gain valuable industry experience. The intern will work within a designated business group, supporting research initiatives and having other responsibilities aligned with the team’s goals. This role is located in Toronto (possibility of fully remote).

The Core Responsibilities!

• Work across the various teams within Mortgage Services on a rotational basis department to understand key responsibilities of each unit.
• Understand and follow policies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Work within established guidelines to prioritize workload and liaise with various internal teams.
• Conduct research on systemic barriers to mortgages for Indigenous peoples.
• Draw on lived experiences to bring awareness to issues impacting Indigenous communities.
• Work collectively with peer Indigenous Interns.
• Develop and deliver a final paper/report with findings and recommendations.

Duties & Responsibilities (Business Group Specific)!

• Support business group initiatives and assist with day-to-day operations as required.
• Collaborate with team members to identify and implement process improvements.
• Participate in meetings and contribute insights relevant to the team’s objectives.
• Support additional administrative or project-based tasks as needed.

Let's Talk About You!

• An Indigenous student currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a college, university, or equivalent program.
• Business and financial knowledge is an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently and review one’s own work.
• Ability to source research ethically and ensure proper citation practices.

What we offer [For full-time permanent roles] 💰 Competitive discretionary bonus ✨ Market leading RRSP match program🩺  Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits📝  Employee Share Purchase Plan👶🏽 Maternity/Parental top-up while you care for your little one🏝 Generous vacation policy and personal days🖥  Virtual events to connect with your fellow colleagues🎓  Professional development and comprehensive Career Development program💛  A fulfilling opportunity to join one of the top FinTechs and help create a new kind of banking experience
  Equitable Bank is deeply committed to inclusion. Our organization is stronger and our employees thrive when we honour and celebrate everyone’s diverse experiences and perspectives. In tandem with that commitment, we support and encourage our staff to grow not just in their career path, but personally as well. 
We commit to providing a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment for all applicants. Please let us know of any accommodations needed so that you can bring your best self to the application process and beyond. All candidates considered for hire must successfully pass a criminal background check and credit check to qualify for hire. While we appreciate your interest in applying, an Equitable recruiter will only contact leading candidates whose skills and qualifications closely match the requirements of the position. We can’t wait to get to know you!