Jack Layton Fellow, Investment Management

Overview

Jack Layton Fellow – Investment Management

Department Green Municipal Fund

Term May to August 2026

Location Hybrid (Ottawa)

Languages English required; French is an asset

Salary $21.00 / hr

Why Apply?

Join FCM’s Jack Layton Summer Fellowship to gain hands-on experience in corporate sustainability, climate action, and GHG reduction strategies while contributing to meaningful environmental initiatives. This paid 16-week placement offers professional development, networking opportunities, and mentorship in a collaborative, hybrid work environment. You'll also take part in a special initiative honoring Jack Layton’s legacy, engaging youth in municipal issues.

Responsibilities

The Client and Funding Services (CFS) unit of the GMF seeks a summer intern to support its reporting and data quality identification and visualization within its Outreach team, and to provide first-level client service. A specific scope of work will be developed in advance. The intern’s work will build upon existing CFS improvement initiatives.

• Support the implementation of reporting and data gathering for greenhouse gas emissions from GMF’s investment portfolio.
• Support the analysis of the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment’s new reporting framework and Progression Pathways. Provide recommendations for GMF to implement best practices as a responsible investor.
• Refine and update document retention and performance reporting for GMF’s portfolio investments. Consider the use of artificial intelligence for automating processes.
• Provide data entry support.

Secondary Component

Jack Layton Memorial Project : Work collaboratively within a team of fellows selected from various FCM departments and continue the development of a campaign to commemorate Jack Layton’s work, focusing on youth engagement in local communities with emphasis on participation in municipal issues.

Knowledge And Experience

Placement Details

Grow Your Career with FCM

This internship is a stepping stone for future opportunities at FCM, offering mentorship and networking that could lead to future employment.

Work Location & Eligibility

The role supports a hybrid work model and requires the candidate to live within 80 km of downtown Ottawa and be authorized to work in Canada.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

FCM is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We welcome applications from people of all identities and backgrounds and provide accommodations upon request for candidates in the recruitment process.

How To Apply

Visit www.fcm.ca and navigate to Careers to apply. Deadline : February 16, 2026. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications will be kept on file for six months.

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