Business Solutions Co-op/Internship (Fall 2026 & Winter 2027)

Closing Date: May 31, 2026

Use your problem-solving abilities, attention to detail and technical skills in a fast-growing company where you can have an impact. The British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI) is currently seeking a Business Solutions Co-op Student/Intern for Fall 2026 & Winter 2027 work terms (September – April) to learn our daily operations, provide high-level data analytics & insights, and participate in a variety of projects.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

BCI manages a globally diversified portfolio of assets valued at $295 billion and is one of Canada’s largest institutional investors. We invest globally to support pension and other funds for more than 30 clients based in British Columbia. We are proud to have been chosen as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and BC’s Top Employers. These national and provincial competitions recognize employers who offer exceptional workplaces for their employees.

The Business Solutions Co-op Student/Intern will work within our Investment Operations (IO) department. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to learn the daily operations, perform reporting and analytics, problem solve, and contribute to high impact corporate projects. This is a great opportunity for you to learn and develop your skills within a fast-moving team, as well as a variety of continuous improvement projects.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

The Business Solutions team works with internal partners to design end-to-end business solutions on new products and strategic initiatives, provides lead support to Investment Operations’ SimCorp Dimension (SCD) business users, and oversees BCI’s relationships related to SWIFT messaging and custody.

The co-op student/intern will work under the Senior Analyst, Business Solutions in collaboration with the rest of the team and other stakeholders.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Develop conceptual and practical knowledge of Investment Operations functions within an asset management company

• Gain in-depth knowledge of cash flow and settlement cycles across various back-office functions, asset classes, and markets

• Process transactions for different asset classes and respond to email inquiries

• Organize, write, and map out procedures, workflows, and processes in an effective manner to facilitate easy navigation of information for others

• Reconcile and monitor transactions, ensuring accuracy and consistency between internal records and the custodian, Northern Trust, while utilizing the Broadridge application to send and cancel transfers, and maintaining effective communication and collaboration

• Troubleshoot and enhance existing workflows/workbooks used in daily operations

• Contribute to the investment decision process by delivering reliable cash-related data to portfolio managers and other functions

• Collaborate with various departments, including Trade Management and Accounting, to resolve cash breaks

• Understand system-to-system integrations and data flow of transactions, and identify opportunities for improvement

• Develop knowledge of relevant internal systems within the department and BCI

• Prepare and develop monthly Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reports

• Seize opportunities to effect change and introduce new ideas

• Complete other assigned projects, tasks, and duties

THE IDEAL STUDENT

• Passionate about investment management and driven to learn about financial markets and the investment lifecycle process

• Proficient in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel with formulas and macros) and quick to learn new technology

• Highly organized and efficient, able to manage time wisely and prioritize multiple tasks

• Strong team player and communicator, works well independently, proactively shares information, and responds promptly and effectively to communications

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Excellent independent research skills and attention to detail

• Willingness to learn and collaborate in a team environment

• Problem-solving abilities and delivering accurate information under pressure

• Capable of communicating technical concepts to diverse audiences

• Demonstrated interest in asset management and improving operations processes

• Basic understanding of financial instruments, asset classes, system integrations, project management frameworks, and data governance

• Experience or training in MS Excel, VBA, SQL and/or Power BI

• Fundamental knowledge of business and investment-related disciplines

• Clear and concise communication skills, both orally and in writing

• Ability to meet deadlines with accuracy

• Interest in investment management, dedication to hard work, and commitment to high ethical standards

WHAT WE OFFER

• Excellent career development and training by helping the candidate to understand the tools, data and methodologies applied by financial institutions within their investment operations processes

• Opportunity to build, improve and streamline current workflows, processes, and systems

• Work with a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment

• The development of real-world skills at one of the largest institutional investors in Canada

• Exposure to some of the most talented, approachable, and inspiring people in the industry

• Time to connect with co-op students & interns at BCI – build your network and shared learning

• BCI investment professionals lead a monthly Investment Club to share industry knowledge with employees who work in other departments

• Two paid days per year for volunteering

• Competitive pay: $2,330.00 gross bi-weekly or $2,155.00 gross bi-weekly + vacation leave paid based on 6% of salary ($2,330.00 gross biweekly for those with (or working towards) a graduate degree and $2,155.00 gross biweekly for those with (or working towards) an undergraduate degree, diploma, or certificate)

• Travel: if coming to Victoria for this work term, BCI will provide a fixed-rate travel allowance based on your location

THE DETAILS

• Work term: Fall 2026 & Winter 2027 (September – April)

• Department: Investment Operations

• Office Location: 750 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, BC

• Spend your off hours exploring beautiful Victoria and Vancouver Island

• All co-ops/internships will need to be completed in person at our Victoria office with the option to work one day per week from home. Please note, some positions are not eligible for hybrid work.

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