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.

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What you'll be doing

As a Co-op Student on the ETF Team at CIBC, you will play a pivotal role in supporting a wide range of initiatives designed to strengthen CIBC’s position in the rapidly evolving ETF market. You will work closely with experienced professionals across the ETF team, gaining exposure to the full lifecycle of ETF strategy development—from market research and idea generation, to implementation and post-launch analysis. This role will provide you with valuable hands-on experience in capital markets, investment management, and digital marketing, while offering opportunities to collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to drive asset growth and support CIBC’s strategic objectives.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. To successfully perform the work, you’ll be on-site full-time.

The expected annualized base salary range for this role is $56,500 to $77,000.

The base salary is determined by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s skills, experience, and job-related knowledge, as well as geographic location and specific business needs. Our compensation philosophy supports ongoing growth and development, enabling progression within the salary range as team members advance in their roles.

We are committed to providing fair, equitable, and competitive compensation opportunities for all employees and we encourage open conversations about compensation throughout the recruitment process.

Important information:

• You must be currently enrolled in post-secondary education to be eligible, however, you do not need to be in a registered Co-Op program to be considered for this role
• Recruitment timeline: Applications review – October/November; Interviews – October/November; Offers - November  
• 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 document. 
• Work Location: 141 Bay Street, Toronto, Ontario
• Duration of term: 4 months (January 2027 – April 2027)

How you'll succeed

• Strategic Development - Partner in the formulation of comprehensive ETF strategies that align with CIBC's overall investment objectives and market trends.
• Digital Engagement - Help initiatives to enhance CIBC's digital presence in the ETF space, utilizing social media, online platforms, and digital marketing strategies to reach a broader audience.
• Market Analysis - Conduct in-depth market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, competitive positioning, and opportunities for product development within the ETF landscape.
• Stakeholder Collaboration - Work closely with internal teams, including marketing, sales, and product development, to ensure cohesive messaging and effective execution of ETF strategies.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work collaboratively across various departments, including sales, marketing, and product development, to ensure a unified approach to ETF strategy and execution.

Who you are

• You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems and making sense of information. You communicate detailed information in a meaningful way.
• You're motivated by collective success. You know that teamwork can transform a good idea into a great one. You know that an inclusive team that enjoys working together can bring a vision to life.
• You know that details matter. You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.
• You act like an owner. You thrive when you're empowered to take initiative, go above and beyond, and deliver results.
• You can demonstrate experience in Microsoft Office. Programming experience is an asset.
• 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 [email protected]

• 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.

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