Indigenous Legal, Compliance, Regulatory (LCR) Summer Intern

Who We Are:

Every transaction matters. Every Canadian matters. At Interac we protect both driving trust security and inclusion so our digital economy thrives.

Founded in 1984 Interac connects Canadians through secure digital payments advanced identity verification and industry-leading fraud protection. Connecting banks businesses and individuals Interac enables millions to send receive and manage money safely and effortlessly every day across both digital and physical environments.

As the backbone of Canadas financial ecosystem Interac facilitates over 20 million transactions daily supported by trusted partnerships with government and financial institutions. Consistently ranked as Canadas most reputable financial technology brand Interac is deeply embedded in the daily lives of Canadians.

Indigenous Legal Compliance Regulatory (LCR) Summer Student Program

Interac Corp. and Stikeman Elliott LLP are committed to developing engaged and skilled legal professionals which includes providing a unique experience for 1-2 talented undergraduate students to participate in a paid Indigenous undergraduate legal internship program. The program will provide opportunities to gain valuable experience in the field of law in both private practice and in-house environments.

The program will take place at Interac Corp. and Stikeman Elliotts Toronto offices and will begin in May and end in August. It is divided into 2 parts:

Part 1 (May-June): Private practice rotation with Stikeman Elliott; and

Part 2 (July-August): In-house rotation with Interac.

Over the course of the summer Interac and Stikeman Elliott will provide learning opportunities and social events for the student/s. The student/s will work with great people including talented lawyers summer and articling students and various business groups. The rotation at Stikeman Elliott will be primarily focused on work in our Administrative Services Department providing the student/s with a strong foundation in the administrative aspects of a business law practice.

Each student will be assigned a mentor from Interac and Stikeman Elliott who will provide guidance and mentorship. That experience will include exposure to: legal research and writing; building and working in teams; law firm operations; professional development sessions; and invitations to a collection of social events that take place throughout the summer. Students will also interact with Stikeman Elliotts broader summer student team including students who have completed one to two years of law school. And students will also be part of Interacs Summer Internship cohort and will have opportunities to enjoy a variety of activities with other Interac students.

Our aim is to facilitate your exposure to the legal and professional services environments help the student/s learn about the legal profession and provide networking opportunities. Along the way you will have the benefit of great mentorship practical training and development and meaningful feedback.

Eligibility

Applicants must:

• identify as First Nations Métis or Inuit;

• show that they are enrolled in or have completed an accredited Canadian university undergraduate program as of May 2026;

• be legally entitled to work in Canada for the duration of the internship; and

• be able to live in Toronto for the duration of the internship.

Compensation

The successful candidate will receive a salary of $21/hour during the internship.

How to Apply

• All applications must be submitted via email to

• Please include a copy of your high school and undergraduate transcripts (if applicable) together with your 12-page personal statement and résumé.

• We do not require official copies of transcripts.

• Your personal statement should include information about who you are which community claims you and your connections to the community your interest in the position and legal field and anything else you think we should know about you.

• You may be asked to provide letters of reference at a later time. If you wish to include letters of reference with your application we would be happy to review them.

• Applications must be submitted by May 1 2026 to be considered for an interview.

How Candidates are Selected

You will be contacted by us via email if you are selected for an interview. Interviews will be held in April-May 2026.

Questions

If you have any questions please reach out to: Nicole Candido at

Why Join Us

At Interac the impact we make and the people who drive it is profound. When you become part of our team youre joining a purpose-driven organization thats shaping the future of digital finance in Canada. Heres what you can expect:

• Investing in the Future Help us unlock digital prosperity for all Canadians.

• Innovative Thinking Collaborate on products practices and platforms that redefine whats possible.

• Inclusive Culture Be empowered to bring your whole self to work and realize your full potential.

• Inspiring Community Work in an ecosystem where we lift each other up and rise together.

• Intentional Support Enjoy flexible supportive offerings that prioritize your total wellness.

Additional Pre-Employment Requirements:

To ensure the integrity of our organization successful candidates will be required to complete background checks which may include Canadian Criminal Credit Check Canadian ID Cross-Check Public Safety Verification 5-year Employment Verification Education Verification Credit Check and Social Media Check.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Interac is also an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that innovation thrives when people from different backgrounds experiences and perspectives come together. Thats why we are committed to providing fair and equitable employment opportunities for all individuals without discrimination based on race color ancestry ethnic origin place of origin citizenship creed sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age marital or family status disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you require accommodation during any stage of the application or recruitment process please contact us at We will work with you to meet your needs.

Please be aware that certain individuals are misusing Interac Corp.s name and logo to promote fictitious employment opportunities. Interac Corp. never requests solicits or accepts any form of payment in exchange for employment. Any such offers are fraudulent and should be disregarded. Interac Corp. assumes no liability for any claims losses damages expenses or inconveniences arising from or related to these fraudulent activities. Such communications do not constitute an offer or representation by Interac Corp. or its subsidiaries and affiliates.

Required Experience:

Intern

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1