2027 Winter - GRM, AML High Risk Client Management Intern (4 Months - Bedford, NS & Toronto, ON)

About the role

This 4-month Winter 2027 internship supports High Risk Client Management teams in conducting Enhanced Due Diligence and assessing AML and terrorist financing risks on clients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct AML and terrorist financing analyses for high-risk clients to identify key risk indicators.
• Research and investigate clients using approved tools to assess money laundering and reputational risks.
• Prepare clear, high-quality written client risk assessments with findings and recommendations.
• Prioritize and prepare risk assessments following RBC guidelines to support senior management decisions.
• Assign risk ratings to clients per RBC's risk rating methodology.
• Review alerts and referrals to determine need for further investigation and due diligence.

Requirements

• Pursuing a university degree.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Analytical aptitude with a risk mindset.
• Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines and multiple tasks.
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word (Level 2 or above).

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of banking systems and processes.
• AML knowledge; CAMS designation preferred.
• Experience or knowledge in AML compliance or financial crimes investigations.
• Understanding of predicate offences like fraud.
• Experience in law enforcement, financial sector, or regulatory oversight.
• Skilled in open source research.

Program Details

• 4-month Winter 2027 student placement from January to April.
• Must be returning to school after April 2027 or require the full 4-month term to graduate.
• Work location primarily in Ontario with flexible work arrangements.
• Full-time, salaried position with 37.5 hours per week.

Application Information

• Applications accepted on a rolling basis until 2026-09-21 11:59 PM.
• Candidates will be contacted if selected for next steps.
• Check application status via RBC profile.
• Must meet eligibility requirements to be considered.