EDC Student Winter 2026 Opportunities – General Stream

EDC Student Fall 2025 Opportunities General Stream

We are actively recruiting early career professionals for the 2026 Winter Semester in a variety of teams looking for students in Commerce Technology and Analytics Finance Communications Marketing Project Management Human Resources and related fields. Teams you may be selected to interview with will vary and a more detailed team description will be sent to you if you are selected for an interview.

This Candidate Pool is exclusively for students currently enrolled in post-secondary studies and who are only available for a 4-month term from January to April 2026. If you are not enrolled or if you have availability greater than 4 months we encourage you to explore our other campus opportunities on our website.

About EDC:

At Export Development Canada (EDC) we empower Canadian businesses to succeed globally. As a financial Crown corporation we offer innovative financial solutions and expert insights to help businesses explore new markets mitigate risks and achieve growth.

Why Join EDC

• Collaborate with a diverse experienced team
• Thrive in a supportive teamwork-driven environment.
• Impact global communities through sustainable growth in emerging markets.
• Recognized as one of Canadas Top 100 Employers Best Diversity Employers and a Top 100 Family-Friendly Employers.
• Enjoy a comprehensive Total Rewards package including benefits vacation wellness programs and professional development opportunities.

Student Opportunities

Our student development opportunities include work terms and co-op programs designed to give your career a head start. All roles in this stream are strictly for four-month terms from January to April 2026 without the possibility of extension. While most roles are full-time there is flexibility for part-time work. Please note that work in our program can be counted towards an accredited co-op program with your university or college.

Apply to this pool if you are a student who is:

• Pursuing studies in commerce business technology analytics finance accounting marketing communications project management and human resources or related fields.

Our Ideal Student:

• Currently enrolled in post-secondary studies
• Previous work term experience related to their field of study
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Motivated self-starter good organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Enthusiasm to tackle any task whether menial or complex
• Knowledge of both official languages is an asset and may be required for certain positions

What can you expect from an EDC work term

• Build cross-functional networks identify and pursue opportunities for improvement and innovation and continuously learn and grow through coaching and mentoring. Work in a high-performing fast-paced and flexible environment facilitated by technologies and report to any of our EDC Hubs across Canada.

What to expect from us

• You will be notified when we have received your application.
• If your profile matches a teams needs we will reach out to schedule an interview with the team you will receive a description of the team you are selected for in preparation for your interview.
• We will be contacting candidates on a rolling basis from October to December 2025 for interviews depending on business needs.
• Opportunities in this program are highly competitive and also limited. Only a select number of applicants will be chosen for interviews. We appreciate your interest and encourage early applications. #LI-Hybrid

Eligibility

• Applicants must be Canadian citizens permanent residents or hold a valid work visa at the time of application.
• Applicants must meet government security screening requirements.
• Applicants must be currently enrolled in post-secondary studies.

Compensation Details:

Student New Grad & Masters salaries range from $42900 to $48750 annually based on year of study. Please see the salary breakdown by year of study below:

• 1st Year: $42900 ($22.00/hour)
• 2nd Year: $44850 ($23.00/hour)
• 3rd Year: $46800 ($24.00/hour)
• 4th Year: $48750 ($25.00/hour)

Location:

• Export Development Canada operates in a hybrid work environment currently requiring employees to work in the office 2 days per week. (subject to change)
• Opportunities may be performed from EDCs headquarters in Ottawa or from one of our Community Hubs located in Toronto Mississauga Montreal Brossard Laval Calgary Edmonton Halifax or Vancouver.

EDCs Commitment to Employment Equity

Export Development Canada (EDC) is dedicated to fostering employment equity and building a diverse workforce. We actively encourage applications from women Indigenous peoples visible minorities persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI community. Should you require any accommodation during the recruitment and selection process please let our Recruitment team know.

Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at EDC; however only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note that we will be contacting candidates on a rolling basis from October to December 2025 for interviews depending on business needs.

Should you require any accommodation during the recruitment and selection process please contact the Recruitment team at.