2026 Winter - GRM, AML Financial Intelligence Unit Intern (4 Months)

Royal Bank of Canada

  • Toronto, ON
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
Job DescriptionWhat is the opportunity?As an AML Investigator Intern (Canadian Commercial Banking), you will work as an integral member of the AML Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) Investigations team. You will plan, conduct and complete risk based investigations into matters referred to the Unit. Through the gathering, analysis and evaluation of relevant information, you will determine whether sufficient suspicion exists of money laundering, financing of terrorism or other criminal activities, to justify making a report to the Regulatory Authority. As an AML Investigator Intern, you play a key role in complying with legislative/regulatory requirements, and mitigating risk to RBC, in line with established RBC policy.What will you do?
  • Plan, conduct and complete risk based investigations into matters identified from media scans, transaction monitoring, as well as Unusual Transaction Reporting via internal partners
  • Maintain accurate records of all investigative actions and decisions taken
  • Ensure that all material and information obtained is treated in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements and RBC policy
  • Gather information/intelligence from all available sources, in order to determine whether sufficient suspicion of money laundering, financing of terrorism or other criminal activities exists
  • Prepare relevant reports as required including documentation in support of any action proposed based on the results of investigations
  • Promote and adhere to RBC’s policies and guidelines on Code of Conduct, Personal and Professional Development, Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, Data Protection and Information Security
  • Work with the Global AML-FIU Investigation Team and other FIU partners to ensure that investigations are conducted within defined timelines and are escalated in accordance with policies
What do you need to succeed?
  • Currently enrolled at a Canadian post-secondary institution
  • Strong investigative and analytical skills coupled with the ability to think outside the box
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. The ability to gather and present complex information in a simple and concise manner is essential for this role
What’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.
  • An opportunity to do great and meaningful work with lasting impact
  • Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
  • Opportunities to take on progressively greater scopes of work
  • Network and build lasting relationships with students from diverse backgrounds from across Canada
Please note: This posting is for a 4-months Winter 2026 Student placement with a start date of January 2026, and end date of April 2026. In order to be eligible for this 4-months Student position, you must either:
  • Be returning back to school after the work term end-date of April 2026 ; or
  • If you are not returning back to school (i.e. are graduating in April 2026), you must require the full 4-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 Skills Communication, Computer Literacy, Detail-Oriented, Interpersonal Relationships, Listening Effectively, Personal Development, Personal InitiativeAdditional Job DetailsAddress: 20 KING ST W:TORONTOCity: TorontoCountry: CanadaWork hours/week: 37.5Employment Type: Full timePlatform: GROUP RISK MANAGEMENTJob Type: Student/Coop (Fixed Term)Pay Type: SalariedPosted Date: 2025-08-20Application 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 .

Royal Bank of Canada