About the role#
This is a four-month internship for the Winter 2027 term. You will join the Total Plan Investment Risk team to support the development of our risk program and investment strategies. This position is based on-site in Toronto.
What you'll do#
- Help implement new metrics that align with our refreshed Risk Framework.
- Develop, test, and implement metrics to measure market and liquidity risks.
- Provide data and analytical support, including working with large data sets and automation.
- Assist with reporting needs, such as quarterly Board reports.
- Conduct ad hoc research on special projects.
- Build relationships with investment professionals and other students across the organization.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a university degree for Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, Economics, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
- Ability to apply complex financial and statistical principles.
- Knowledge of major investment asset classes like equities, fixed income, and derivatives.
- Knowledge of alternative asset classes such as private equity, infrastructure, and real estate.
- Experience using Python and Power BI, or similar tools for creating dashboards and visualizations.
- Strong communication skills and intellectual curiosity.
- Previous experience in investments, pensions, or risk management is preferred.
- Enrollment or a desire to enroll in the CFA or FRM program is considered an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: Toronto, Ontario.
- Term: Winter 2027 (4 months).
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid position with an expected salary range of $66,300.00 to $87,750.00 per year, prorated based on the contract term.
About OMERS
OMERS is a defined benefit pension plan based in Toronto. It manages assets for over half a million active and retired employees of Ontario municipalities, police, and fire departments. The organization operates globally with offices in cities including London, New York, and Singapore. It was founded in 1962 and employs nearly 1,700 people.
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