June 6, 2026

Opportunity

Are you looking to complement your academic knowledge with professional ‘real world’ experience? Are you a purpose-driven individual who wants to contribute to your community? Do you enthusiastically follow financial markets or seek out emerging trends in technology?


If so, a student position at AIMCo might be the opportunity for you to gain the experience you need to launch your career while contributing to the financial security of hundreds of thousands of Albertans. Highly successful students at AIMCo share many of the same characteristics. They are intellectually curious, diligent, and responsible, with a desire to enhance their finance, data, programming, and communications skills. They take advantage of their time at AIMCo by building relationships with our talented workforce and each other.


The Derivatives Operations team provides support for the Investment Management team at AIMCo by managing operational functions for Over the Counter (OTC) and cleared derivatives.


Note: This is an 8-month, full-time term from September 2026 through April 2027.

Responsibilities Include: 

• Learning how to support transactions, payments processing, and trade confirmations 

• Learning about confirming the OTC contract between AIMCo and its counterparties 

• Reviewing contract terms and obligations and compare them against AIMCo’s trade order management systems 

Our Ideal Candidate:  

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Math and Statistics, Business, Finance, or related field of study 

• Must be part of a work experience program with a post-secondary institution (Ex: Co-op) 

• Proficient with Microsoft Applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook) 

• Ability to assess complex issues and quickly develop ideas and solutions 

• Generates creative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities, makes sound decisions after reviewing all relevant information, takes calculated risks and recognizes the impact of solutions 

• A high degree of accountability 

• Ability to use a collaborative approach to achieve goals and produce results. 

• Understanding and passion for investments is an asset. 

Success Factors:  

The student will become familiar enough with derivatives to support the daily work required to ensure payment and contractual obligations are met, resolve discrepancies with counterparties by leveraging the knowledge gained on ISDA confirmations and legal terms within, as well as develop collaborative professional relationships both internally at AIMCo and externally with derivative counterparties. 

***Job Posting will expire at 11:59pm MT on May 5th 2026***

This position is open to candidates who are willing to relocate to Alberta, and we encourage all interested individuals to apply. 

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Next Steps

We are excited to meet you. Please submit your resume or CV to be considered for this opportunity. Applications are being reviewed on a rolling basis and we will be in touch with any questions.

Final candidates will be asked to undergo a security screening, which includes a credit bureau and a criminal record investigation, the results of which must be acceptable to AIMCo.

ALERT - Be on the lookout for AIMCo career opportunities advertised through third parties that request an application fee or too much information. To verify, all opportunities are posted on aimco.ca/jobs
 

At AIMCo, we draw upon the differences in who we are, where we come from and the way we think to deliver results for the Albertans who rely on us. We offer an inclusive, modern workplace where well-being is prioritized, and colleagues are enabled to do their best work. Our team members are motivated by our purpose and committed to creating long-term value for our clients and their beneficiaries.