Operational Risk Intern – Summer 2025 (May – August)

In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal’s Top Employers in 2024. We are a dynamic and growing organization having its main establishment located in downtown Montreal and part of a leading international banking institution fully committed to building a more sustainable future. Note that the position may be in the Canadian Branch of BNP Paribas or in one of its subsidiaries based in Montreal.

Internship program

As an intern, you will benefit from a 4 month program that aims to give you the tools to develop yourself and discover your potential through customized trainings, networking sessions and transversal projects.

More information about the program available on our website:

BNP Paribas in Canada Students & Young graduates

The position at a glance

The RISK function of BNP Paribas constitutes the Second Line of Defense of the Bank. It aims at independently reviewing, assessing, challenging and communicating on the level of risk generated by the various business lines and activities within the Group. The Operational Risk Intern will support RISK ORM Canada in its oversight of all the BNP Paribas activities based in Canada (i.e. for both the local client activity and the shared services ones), with the key objective of supporting CIB and RISK Senior Management with a comprehensive, transparent, exhaustive and consistent view of Operational Risk Management topics across the territory. 

In detail

• Support several ongoing projects aiming at creating efficiencies in the preparation of reporting quantitative and qualitative views to Senior Management with regards to:

• Overall operational risk framework: Incident Management, Independent testing results, Data risk management, Third Party Risk Management, Anti-Fraud, etc…
• Internal Control Committees for Canada (ICC) and other committees

The strengths and skills that will help you succeed

• Student completing their Bachelor’s degree in the following fields: Commerce, Finance, Computer Science or Economics.
• Knowledge in Data visualization tool (PowerBI, Tableau) or coding language is a plus (Sas, VBA)
• Experience working with cross functional and multi – cultural teams strongly preferred
• Keen interest in following the evolving banking industry trends
• Developed oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. Knowledge of English is required

What you need to know

• We will review candidates as they apply, so don’t wait to submit your application;
• BNP Paribas is committed to accessibility and inclusion. If you need any accommodation during the recruitment process, you can contact accessibility@us.bnpparibas.com
• You must be legally eligible to work in the Greater Montreal area and, if applicable, hold a valid work or study permit. Physical presence in BNP Paribas’ office(s) is an essential function of this position;

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at the heart of our commitments

At BNP Paribas all employees are on an equal footing allowing us to create a work environment that values and respects people for their talents, skills and competences.

BNP Paribas recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, and other protected status (Employment Equity Act and Canadian Human Right Act).

To learn more about our DE&I commitments, click here

About us

BNP Paribas is the top bank in the European Union and a major international banking establishment. Present in 63 countries, with more than 180,000 employees, the bank holds key positions in several areas of banking and financial services.

BNP Paribas’ mission is to contribute to a responsible and sustainable economy by financing and advising its clients according to the highest ethical standards, while striving to respond to essential concerns in terms of the environment, regional development and social inclusion.

Since 1961, BNP Paribas has supported large Canadian companies and institutions in their business development by offering a full range of specialized financial services and investment products.

With over 1,400 employees, BNP Paribas in Canada continues to attract experts from diverse fields as well as ambitious young talent from around the world. We are proud to offer our employees a rewarding and international workplace where they can build their professional careers by honing their skills, meeting challenges and enriching their knowledge of the financial industry.

Our certifications and partnerships

• Montreal’s Top Employers 2024
• Canada’s Best Diversity Employers 2024
• Women in Governance  – Parity certified –  Platinum certification
• Pride at Work Canada
• Rainbow Accreditation issued by Canada’s LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)
• Part of Les Affaires top 300 companies in Quebec
• Synclusiv
• Ready, Willing, and Able 
• Autisme sans Limites
• LinkedIn Top Companies 2024

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** Only selected applications that meet the requirements of the role will be contacted **