Student (Fixed Term), Full time
Closing Date: August 14, 2026
The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) is the statutory body responsible for regulating Ontario’s capital markets in accordance with the mandate established in the provincial Securities Act and the Commodity Futures Act. The mandate of the OSC is to provide protection to investors from unfair, improper or fraudulent practices, to foster fair, efficient and competitive capital markets and confidence in the capital markets, to foster capital formation, and to contribute to the stability of the financial system and the reduction of systemic risk. This mandate is performed through policy, operational, and enforcement activities. The OSC also contributes to national and global securities regulation development.
We offer a diverse, fair, and flexible work environment and take pride in our challenging and rewarding work.
The OSC is currently recruiting for an intern/co-op student to join the Office of Economic Growth and Innovation for a 4-month placement beginning in September 2026. We are open to part-time, full-time, and co-op placements.
The student will provide research support to the Growth Markets and Innovation Capital team. This role is well suited for a student interested in economic growth, innovation, capital formation, and the role of regulation in supporting competitive capital markets.
Supporting Market and Policy Research
Conducting Data and Comparative Analysis
Help identify trends, gaps, and insights from market, economic, and sector-level data.
Support the preparation of charts, tables, summaries, and other materials to communicate research findings clearly.
Preparing Materials and Supporting Team Priorities
Help prepare briefing notes, presentations, memos, research summaries, and other materials for internal and external use.
Support projects related to capital formation, growth markets, innovation capital, and economic growth.
A program in Business, Economics, Finance, Public Policy, Data Analytics, or a related discipline would be considered an asset.
Interest in capital markets, economic growth, innovation, public policy, entrepreneurship, or financial services.
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Experience with statistical tools, data visualization, financial analysis, or market research would be considered helpful, but is not required.
Your application should include:
Please submit your application through the OSC careers website. Applications must be received by August 14, 2026.
This opportunity is considered to be a business-critical role supporting the Office of Economic Growth and Innovation.
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We thank all applicants for their interest in the Ontario Securities Commission. We will contact those selected for an interview.
The OSC is committed to diversity and providing an inclusive workplace and providing accommodation in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Human Rights Code. It is our priority to ensure employment opportunities are visible and barrier-free to all under-represented groups including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the 2SLGBTQI+ community, to achieve an employee demographic profile reflective of the demographic profile of Ontarians.
The OSC is a proud partner with the following organizations: Ascend Canada, BlackNorth Initiative, Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion, and Pride at Work Canada
If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting our confidential inbox [email protected].
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