2026 Winter - HR, Supplier Risk Management Intern (8 Months)

Royal Bank of Canada

  • Toronto, ON
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
Job DescriptionWhat is the opportunity?The Human Resources (HR) Supplier Risk Management Team is the first point of contact for third-party engagements for the HR Function, providing guidance and support related to supplier engagements to all HR teams and partners globally. It is the ideal work environment if you’re interested in seeing how things work, are curious about digging deep into data to discover new things and like to use your imagination to make recommendations or drive insights. By joining us for a 8-month position, you will be involved in a variety of challenging assignments, allowing you to become familiar with a wide range of areas across RBC, while also strengthening the skills and knowledge you need to launch a successful career. Our students benefit from interesting work and networking opportunities, and are encouraged to collaborate on innovations.What will you do?
  • Collaborate with Procurement and HR Business Units on contract management, including updates, renewals, and addendums
  • Drive special projects and initiatives to completion, including the build-out of an HR Vendor Management intranet platform
  • Assist in the completion of supplier risk assessments and required due diligence
  • Identify continuous improvement opportunities to drive efficiencies and effectiveness in vendor management across HR and RBC
  • Develop and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including HR Business Units, Procurement, and the Functions Supplier Management Office
What do you need to succeed?Must-have
  • Currently enrolled at a Canadian post-secondary institution with a focus on Business, Economics, Finance, or a related field
  • Problem-solving skills, business sense and the ability to multi-task & prioritize
  • Leadership acumen and a passion to apply it in a dynamic business environment
  • Excellent interpersonal and highly developed communication skills (verbal and written)
  • Creative and analytical thinker who is self-driven and motivated to take initiative in order to identify ways to add value and improve practices
  • Highly proficient with the use of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
Nice-to-have
  • Previous experience with supplier/vendor management or procurement
Experience with HTMLWhat’s in it for you?We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
  • Network and build lasting relationships with students from diverse backgrounds from across Canada
  • Participate in fun events and challenges to help build your career tool kit while enjoying a work-life balance
  • Leaders who support your development through coaching and learning opportunities
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive and highly performing team
  • Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
Please note: This posting is for a 8-months Winter 2026 Student placement with a start date of January 2026, and end date of August 2026. In order to be eligible for this 8-months Student position, you must either:
  • Be returning back to school after the work term end-date of August 2026 ; or
  • If you are not returning back to school (i.e. are graduating in August 2026), you must require the full 8-months work term as a mandatory component to in order to graduate successfully.
Please ensure that you meet these eligibility requirements before applying - candidates who apply but are found to be ineligible are not able to be considered.We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as we accept applications on a rolling basis, but please note that the formal application deadline is September 14, 2025. Should you be selected to progress, someone from our team will reach out directly to provide instructions on next steps. Otherwise, feel free to check for progress updates by logging in to your RBC profile. If the status has not changed, it denotes the fact that your application is still under review.RBC is committed to supporting flexible work arrangements when and where available. The successful candidate for this role will be required to be located within Ontario for the duration of the work term. Details regarding the specific virtual, hybrid, and in-office arrangements for this Integrated Learning/ Co-op position are to be discussed with the Hiring Manager.ET26Job SkillsAdditional Job DetailsAddress: 20 KING ST W:TORONTOCity: TorontoCountry: CanadaWork hours/week: 37.5Employment Type: Full timePlatform: HUMAN RESOURCES & BMCCJob Type: Student/Coop (Fixed Term)Pay Type: SalariedPosted Date: 2025-08-21Application Deadline: 2025-09-15Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date aboveInclusion and Equal Opportunity EmploymentAt RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.Join our Talent CommunityStay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you.Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at .

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