Student Intern - Financial Markets (Summer term)

Venture outside the ordinary - TMX Careers

The TMX group of companies includes leading global exchanges such as the Toronto Stock Exchange, Montreal Exchange, and numerous innovative organizations enhancing capital markets.  United as a global team, we’re connecting cross-functionally, traversing industries and geographies, moving opportunity into action, advancing global economic growth, and propelling progress. Through a rich exchange of ideas, meaningful collaboration, and a nimble operating model, we're powering some of the nation's most critical systems, fueling capital formation and innovation, bringing increased opportunity to business visionaries, product ingenuity to consumers, and career exploration to our team.

Ready to be part of the action?

TMX Group is at the heart of the Capital Markets industry in Canada. TMX Group owns and operates the Toronto Stock Exchange, TSX Venture Exchange, TSX Alpha Exchange, Montreal Exchange, in addition to the Canadian Depository for Securities & Canadian Derivatives Clearing Corporation. We also operate globally diverse lines of businesses in Issuer Support (TSX Trust), Data Delivery & Analytics (TMX Datalinx and TMX Insights), Trayport, and Fixed-Income/Energy Brokerages & TSX Private Markets (Shorcan). We have offices in Toronto, Montreal, Calgary, Vancouver, London, New York, & Beijing.

The Montréal Exchange (MX) is Canada's oldest exchange, having first been established under legal charter in 1874 as the Montreal Stock Exchange after more than 40 years of informal trading, primarily in railroad and bank securities. The official name transition sought to reflect the growing importance of financial instruments other than stocks on its trading floor. Today, a wholly owned subsidiary of TMX Group, MX is a comprehensive electronic exchange dedicated to the growth of the Canadian derivative market, providing a vast range of risk management products and services to support and meet domestic and foreign retail and institutional investors needs.

The Financial Markets Intern will have the unique opportunity to gain valuable experience across various roles within the Montreal Exchange. The Intern will be rotating across different departments, which may include: relationship management, product development, market operations, corporate development and strategy.

Key Accountabilities

Depending on the rotation, the Intern will be accountable for:

• Sales Support: Assist in client interactions, including preparing presentations, analyzing market trends, and supporting sales strategies.

• Product Research: Conduct research on financial products, analyze their performance, and contribute insights for product development or enhancement.

• Strategy Assistance: Support the development and implementation of strategic initiatives, including market analysis, competitive research, and project coordination.

• Operational Support: Assist in operational tasks ensuring smooth market operations, including market monitoring and the technical help desk.

• Data Analysis: Collect, analyze, and interpret financial data to provide actionable insights for decision-making and strategy formulation.

• Learning and Development: Proactively seek learning opportunities, participate in training sessions, and stay updated on industry trends and best practices to enhance skills and knowledge in financial markets.

Must Haves

• Undergraduate student (2nd or 3rd year), enrolled in a Finance or Economics bachelor degree

• Ability to analyze complex financial data and market trends to derive insights and support decision-making processes.

• Strong attention to detail in tasks such as data analysis, report preparation, and compliance monitoring to ensure accuracy and quality of work.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills to convey ideas, collaborate with team members, and interact professionally with clients.

• Capacity to work collaboratively within a team environment, contribute ideas, and support colleagues in achieving common goals.

• Proactive attitude towards seeking learning opportunities, taking initiative in tasks, and continuously improving knowledge and skills in financial markets.

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, work under pressure, and thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment inherent to financial markets.

• Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for data analysis, presentations, and research, such as Microsoft Excel.

• Strong interest for capital markets

Note 

• Hybrid work - 2- 4 days/week (minimum 2 days/week - max 4 days/week)

• Internship Dates: May 6, 2024 - August 23, 2024

• In order to be considered for the position, you are required to submit your Knockri Assessment

In the market for…

Excitement - Explore emerging technology and innovation, as well as ventures and digital finance that shape the future of global markets! Experience the movement of the market while grounded in the stability of close to 200 years of success.

Connection - With site hubs in some of the world’s most multicultural cities, we leverage our size and structure to create rich connections and belonging while experiencing powerful global impact through our work.

Impact - More than a platform, we use our talents to power mission-critical systems that drive global economic advancement, innovation, and growth. As well, our employee-led Team Impact spreads social good via our giving strategy.

Wellness - From empathetic leadership to a culture of flexibility and balance, we believe wellness at work creates the maximum yield and a stronger “we”. Plus, with a cloud-first and hybrid workstyle, as well as generous time-off and leaves, we support a life well lived! 

Growth - From a growth mindset in our work, to expansion in our business, TMX is home to action-takers energized by the achievement of ambitious growth.

Ready to enrich your career with impactful work, leaders who truly care, and the flexibility and programs to help you thrive as part of #TeamTMX ? Apply now.

TMX is committed to creating and sustaining a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect and one which reflects the diversity of the community in which we operate. We provide accommodations for applicants and employees who require it.