IGM Financial Inc. is one of Canada's leading diversified wealth and asset management companies with approximately $271 billion in total assets under management.  The company provides a broad range of financial planning and investment management services to help more than two million Canadian meet their financial goals.  Its activities are carried out principally through IG Wealth Management, Mackenzie Investments, and Investment Planning Counsel.

Under IGM Financials’ unique business model based on leading brands and multi-channel distribution strategy is Mackenzie Investment, founded in 1967.  Mackenzie Investments is a holistic asset-management partner for thousands of Canadian financial advisors and the investors they support. 

At Mackenzie Investments You Can Build Your Career with Confidence

We have a vision and a strategy that will challenge the way business in this industry is done and help Canadians be successful in the ways that mean the most to them. As part of our team, you will do some of your best work, develop some of your most valuable skills and give back in ways that make a difference in the lives of Canadians.  Join an unstoppable team that is embedded in continuous learning, understanding, and knowledge sharing. You will thrive in our supportive environment where you can indulge your curiosity to learn while receiving the feedback you need to refine your skills and abilities.

Mackenzie Investments is a diverse workplace committed to doing business inclusively - this starts with having a representative workforce! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates that represent the diversity present across Canada – including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender diverse and neurodiverse individuals, as well as all who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

Position:

We are currently hiring a Student Intern looking for a term position, from September to December 2023. The Corporate Solutions Technology team at IGM is a highly collaborative group with experience in and passion for delivering innovative solutions for our clients, advisors, and employees using the latest technology and insights. The Corporate Solutions Technology Team delivers solutions for several business areas including Client Services, Finance, Human Resources, Consultant Administration, Investment Management, and Fund Services.

As a Student Intern, you will work with the members of our teams and will have an opportunity to contribute to the delivery of technology solutions for our business partners.

Responsibilities:

• Gain both business and technical knowledge, that is required to complete assigned tasks and define/implement solutions that meet business requirements
• Investigates system issues to help determine the cause and solution options
• Collaborates with other technology team members to understand problems and formulate solutions
• Authors system documentation to support solution development, and testing
• Authors instructional documentation to improve the team’s internal processes
• Write program code based on technical specifications
• Perform unit and integration testing and provide systems support, as necessary
• Prepare estimates of the work effort required to design, develop, test and implement solutions
• Work closely with business and technical teams ensuring the successful completion of all technical deliverables

Requirements:

• Enrolled in a business or technology post-secondary program
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Ability to analyze, investigate and solve problems
• Ability to analyze and interpret data
• Capability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and relationships
• Excellent communication skills (oral, written, presentation)
• Positive attitude, keeping a constant watch on how to do things better
• Adaptability and a willingness to take on new challenges
• Knowledge of tools and technologies

To apply, please include a cover letter, resume and transcripts (full unofficial version) by January 19, 2025, at 11:59 pm EST. 

We thank all applicants for their interest in Mackenzie Investments; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  

Mackenzie Investments is an accessible employer committed to providing a barrier-free recruitment experience. If you require accommodation or this information in an alternate format at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team who will work with you to meet your needs.