Fall Intern 2026 – Product Innovation and Development

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  • Toronto, ON
  • $51,200-58,500 per year
  • Training
  • Full-time
  • 9 days ago
Job DescriptionIGM Financial Inc. is a leading wealth and asset management company in Canada, managing approximately $271 billion in assets. It offers financial planning and investment services to over two million Canadians through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments.Mackenzie Investments, founded in 1967, is a key part of IGM's business model, serving as a comprehensive asset-management partner for Canadian financial advisors and their clients.At Mackenzie Investments You Can Build Your Career with Confidence. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for the fourth consecutive years and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. Our vision and strategy aim to innovate the industry and support Canadians in achieving their financial goals.Join our team to engage in continuous learning and skill development in a supportive environment. Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work environment, where you spend three days a week in the office, connecting, collaborating, and enjoying quality time with your amazing colleagues! Our Values: Be better; we strive for improvement in everything we do. Be accountable; we foster clarity and are empowered to act responsibly. Be a team; we are united to drive collective impact to achieve our goals.Position:We are currently hiring an intern looking for a fall term position, September to December 2026 in our Toronto office. Candidates must be enrolled in an undergraduate program and plan to return to school after completing the internship to be eligible to apply.Located in our Toronto office, the Intern will be responsible for the following activities:Market & Industry Research
  • Conduct research on investment industry trends, emerging product structures, and competitor offerings to identify potential innovation opportunities.
  • Analyze competitor product launches and strategic positioning to support internal opportunity assessments.
  • Summarize external research and market insights for internal stakeholders to support idea development and validation.
Innovation Pipeline Support
  • Support the evaluation of new product and innovation ideas by assisting with research, analysis, and preparation of idea assessments.
  • Assist the team in developing materials that articulate client problems, market opportunities, and strategic rationale for potential solutions.
  • Contribute to the documentation and organization of ideas and insights within the product innovation pipeline.
Analysis & Business Case Development
  • Assist in preparing analytical materials and presentations to support opportunity assessments and internal decision-making.
  • Support research and data gathering for product validation workstreams, including market sizing, competitive landscape analysis, and client need assessment.
  • Help prepare materials used in internal discussions and product committee reviews.
Strategic & Operational Support
  • Create presentations and summary materials for senior management and internal stakeholders.
  • Provide ad hoc research and analytical support across innovation initiatives and strategic projects.
  • Assist the team in maintaining organized tracking of innovation initiatives and research outputs.
Requirements:
  • Registered students returning to school in 2026 in a related field (BCom, BA, BSc, etc.)
  • Ability to work well in a team environment
  • Excellent interpersonal, judgment & decision-making skills
  • Ability to self-motivate and prioritize time-sensitive deadlines
  • Ability to apply analytical methods to facts and hypothesis to provide information in support decision making
  • Experienced in using different analytical tools to complete the required financial analysis
  • Apply sound judgment in constructing analysis and in formulating recommendations
  • Resourceful and creative in solving new/non-recurring problems through research and well supported analysis and business acumen
  • Ability to create PowerPoint presentations with clear messaging, supported by sound analysis
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, e.g. PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Visio, and Outlook.
To apply, please include a resume and transcripts (full unofficial version) by May 10 2026, at 11:59 pm EST.The expected annual base salary range (prorated for the term) for this role is $51,200 - $58,500, which is determined based on year of study, IGM program, geographic location and candidate’s skills, knowledge and experience. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for paid time off.IGM 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.Mackenzie Investments is an accessible employer committed to providing 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.How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience to .We thank all applicants for their interest in Mackenzie Investments; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.#LI-JS2#LI-Hybrid

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