2026 Summer - RBCx, Strategy - Growth & Business Development Intern (4 Months)

RBCx Strategy, Growth & Business Development Intern – Ottawa (Hybrid)

Who are we?

At RBCx, we power bold ideas, founders, and tech companies. We help some of the most ambitious tech and innovation companies scale and make an impact in the world by connecting them to the right people, ideas, and financial solutions of one of Canada’s largest banks.

What is the opportunity?

We’re thrilled to offer a 4-month summer opportunity to join our team in a role related to Banking Operations & Strategy Analysis. As a Strategy, Growth & Business Development Intern, you will support the development and execution of strategic initiatives, operational improvements, and client engagement activities for the RBCx Banking team. You will conduct in-depth research, analyze data, create reports and dashboards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business development, improve workflows, and enhance client experiences. This role is ideal for someone with strong data analytical skills, a strategic mindset, and a passion for innovation.

What will you do?

• Build and maintain data models, dashboards, and reports using tools like Power BI to provide actionable insights for decision-making.
• Conduct research and analysis on market trends, customer segments, and industry opportunities to inform business strategies.
• Identify and analyze high-potential opportunities, such as early-stage startups, to support business development and client outreach.
• Support the planning and execution of strategic initiatives, market activations, and ecosystem engagement events.
• Assist in the development of training materials and employee engagement programs to enhance team performance.
• Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of operational and strategic initiatives.
• Provide project management support for priority initiatives, including portfolio alignment and client intelligence development.

What do you need to succeed?

Must-Have:

• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to identify trends and provide actionable insights.
• Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Excel).
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Project management and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Interest in financial services, banking operations, and business development, with a willingness to learn and develop knowledge in these areas.
• Attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Growth mindset and adaptability to new challenges.

Nice-to-Have:

• Interest in technology, innovation, and emerging industries (e.g., startups, venture capital, and tech ecosystems).
• Familiarity with banking processes, compliance, and client engagement strategies.
• Experience with process improvement and operational optimization.
• Proficiency in creating presentations and reports for stakeholders.
• Knowledge of early-stage startups, venture capital, or the tech ecosystem.

What’s in it for you?

• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to learn and grow through challenging work
• Being part of a great organization that values inclusion and diversity

Please note: This posting is for a 4-months Summer 2026 Student placement with a start date of May 2026, and end date of August 2026. In order to be eligible for this 4-months Student position, you must either:

• Be returning back to school after the work term end-date of August 2026 ; or
• If you are not returning back to school (i.e. are graduating in August 2026), you must require the full 4-months work term as a mandatory component to in order to graduate successfully.

Please ensure that you meet these eligibility requirements before applying - candidates who apply but are found to be ineligible are not able to be considered.

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we accept applications on a rolling basis, but please note that the formal application deadline is January 30, 2026. Should you be selected to progress, someone from our team will reach out directly to provide instructions on next steps. Otherwise, feel free to check for progress updates by logging in to your RBC profile. If the status has not changed, it denotes the fact that your application is still under review.

RBC is committed to supporting flexible work arrangements when and where available. The successful candidate for this role will be required to be located within Ontario for the duration of the work term. Details regarding the specific virtual, hybrid, and in-office arrangements for this Integrated Learning/ Co-op position are to be discussed with the Hiring Manager.

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Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment

At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.

RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.