Co-op Student, Fraud & Forensics

4-Month Co-op Term January 2027 to April 2027

Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit including GO Expansion Light Rail Transit routes and major expansions to Torontos subway system to get people where they need to go better faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.

At Metrolinx equity diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion thinking forward and playing as a team.

Our Fraud & Forensics team is seeking a Co-op Student to support fraud risk management investigative activities data analysis and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

Reporting to the Manager Fraud & Forensics you will gain hands-on experience supporting projects that help identify assess and mitigate fraud risks while promoting accountability integrity and effective controls. This role provides an opportunity to work with experienced professionals and develop practical skills in fraud prevention investigations analytics and risk management.

What will I be doing

• Support fraud risk assessment prevention and awareness initiatives across the organization.
• Assist with collecting organizing validating and analyzing information to support investigations and fraud-related projects.
• Perform research data analysis and documentation to identify trends anomalies and potential areas of risk.
• Prepare reports presentations workpapers and other project documentation.
• Support the development and maintenance of tracking tools spreadsheets databases and dashboards.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather information and support fraud and forensic engagements.
• Assist with special projects and continuous improvement initiatives within the Fraud & Forensics team.
  

What will I Gain

• Exposure to fraud risk management investigations and forensic practices.
• Experience working with data analytics risk assessment and internal controls.
• Opportunities to develop analytical communication and problem-solving skills.
• Mentorship from experienced professionals within a large public sector organization.
  

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need

Required:

• Currently enrolled full-time in a recognized post-secondary co-op program and eligible to complete a co-op work term as part of your academic requirements with plans to return to school following the work term.
• Enrolled in Accounting Finance Commerce Business Administration Criminology Data Analytics Economics Computer Science Mathematics Public Administration or a related field.
• Strong analytical research problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  

Assets:

• Knowledge of fraud risk management investigations auditing compliance internal controls or risk management.
• Experience analyzing data and identifying trends or anomalies.
• Familiarity with data visualization or reporting tools such as Power BI.
• Interest in governance ethics accountability and organizational integrity.
  

Dont Meet Every Requirement
If youre excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesnt quite align with every qualification of this posting we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team. We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities including those who identify as Indigenous Black racialized women people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities expressions and sexual orientations.

Accommodation:
We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: or email

Application Process:
All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any background information provided be misleading inaccurate or incorrect Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.

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