Winter 2026 - Investment Management, Multi-Asset Allocation Intern

Mackenzie Investments

  • Toronto, ON
  • Training
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
Job DescriptionIntern – Investment Management, Multi-Asset Allocation (Winter Term)Makenzie Investments – Toronto OfficeIGM 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 year 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.PositionMackenzie’s Multi-Asset Strategies Team is responsible for managing asset allocation for a variety of large multi-asset portfolios. The Team also manages quantitative strategies used for equity alpha, global macro, and liquid alternative portfolios.Mackenzie Investments is currently hiring an intern for Winter 2026 (January – April) to work in Quantitative Research with the Multi-Asset Strategies Team. The candidate will be responsible for supporting our portfolio managers and the research team as they work with quantitative models that drive asset allocation decisions and liquid alternatives portfolios.Responsibilities:
  • Conduct research, build and enhance decision-making tools, and back test investment strategies
  • Support our PM’s and researchers, gaining practical insights into major asset classes such as stocks, bonds, currencies, commodities, and the macroeconomics linkages to these assets.
Requirements:
  • Exhibit strong academic performance, undergraduate backgrounds in Compsci, Engineering, Commerce, Economics, or Math
  • Possess programming skills (e.g. Python, C, Matlab)
  • Practical experience working with large datasets would be considered an asset
  • Demonstrate a strong interest in financial markets with an ability to interpret economic news and market conditions
  • Knowledge of statistics, econometrics, and related forecasting techniques
  • An independent thinker, curious, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively
  • Demonstrates strong attention to detail with an ability to produce quality work with a high degree of accuracy
  • Possess excellent skills with Excel and practical experience with large and complex spreadsheets
  • Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and applies solid verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work well in a remote or in-person team environment
To apply, please include a resume and transcripts (full unofficial version) by September 21, 2025 at 11:59 pm EST.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 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.We thank all applicants for their interest in Mackenzie Investments; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted..

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