Early Talent Programs and Strategy- Winter 2027 Co-op

We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.

At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com

What you’ll be doing
As an Early Talent Programs & Strategy Co-op, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day coordination and success of the team. This opportunity offers exposure to both Early Talent Programming and Career Programs, providing a dynamic environment to learn, contribute, and grow. 

 

In this role, you will provide ongoing administrative, technical, and project coordination support to People Leaders and their teams, helping to ensure services and projects are delivered in a timely, effective, and seamless manner. You will be trusted to work with a high degree of independence, exercising sound judgment, strong initiative, and a proactive mindset in anticipating and addressing potential issues. 

 

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is organized, resourceful, and eager to contribute meaningfully while building strong partnerships across the team.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You'll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you'll spend 1-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.

Important information

• We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us. 

• You must be currently enrolled in post-secondary education and returning to full-time studies to be eligible. However, you do not need to be in a registered co-op program to be considered for a role. 

• Please include your resume (no more than 2 pages), a cover letter (no more than 1 page), and your most recent unofficial transcript with your application. These should all be uploaded into the Resume section of the application as one pdf document. 

• Duration of term: 4 months (January – April 2027)
  

How you’ll succeed

• Communication – Communicate effectively with diverse audiences across a wide range of situations, using tact, diplomacy, and discretion to build positive working relationships and support productive outcomes. 
• Initiative  – Demonstrate initiative by working independently with minimal direction, proactively identifying, addressing, and helping prevent issues before they arise. 

• Leveraging technology – Leverage software packages such as Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, desktop publishing etc., as well as various types of office equipment to support day-to-day business operations. 

• Event planning – Work alongside program specialist to support end-to-end planning and execution of student programming events at CIBC, collaborating with event specialists to ensure thorough communication and effective promotion throughout the entire process. 

Who you are

• You're passionate about people. You find meaning in relationships and surround yourself with a diverse network of partners. You build trust through respect and authenticity.

• You're digitally savvy. You seek out innovative solutions and embrace evolving technologies. You can easily adapt to new tools and trends.

• You embrace and champion change. You'll continuously evolve your thinking and the way you work in order to deliver your best.

• You're driven by collective success. You know that collaboration can transform a good idea into a great one. You understand the power of an inclusive team that enjoys working together to bring a shared vision to life.

• You’re client-focused. You put our clients first. You engage with the purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile, because it's the right thing to do.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values – trust, teamwork and accountability.

What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive compensation, a banking benefit*, wellbeing support and additional offers such as employee and family assistance programs and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

• Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

*Subject to program terms and conditions

What you need to know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com

• CIBC is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities we’re actively recruiting for, unless stated otherwise.

• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit

• We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills test (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency).

• We use artificial intelligence tools during the recruitment process. Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

Expected End Date

2027-04-23

Job Location

Toronto-81 Bay, 33rd Floor

Employment Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Collaboration, Microsoft Outlook, Working Independently