Background Screening Analyst Co-Op Summer 2026

Were building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing whats right for our clients.

At CIBC we embrace your strengths and your ambitions so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

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What youll be doing

The Background Screening Coordinator provides background screening verification for potential and current employees and contingent workers that involves researching analyzing documenting and advising the results to various lines of business through recommendations and reports. The role schedules organizes and co-ordinates work effort with two outsource suppliers (Sterling Talent Solutions and Allegis Global Solutions) and HR Talent Acquisition to ensure background verifications are completed within an established standard level agreement.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Youll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where youll spend 1-3 days per week on-site while other days will be remote. Details on your work arrangement (proportion of on-site and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview.

How Youll Succeed

• Investigation - Apply an investigative mindset to analyze the quality relevance and validity of information gathered to formulate conclusions and assess risk to the Bank.. Identify potential issues that may impact the hiring of potential employees and contingent workers and the continued employment of existing employees and contingent workers to ensure compliance with CIBCs Global Hiring Policy. Further investigation is required on 40% of files. Initiate candidate contact when further clarification is required and respond to candidate inquiries. Conduct research to gather validate and document ensuring data integrity maximum operational efficiency and consistency with Corporate Securitys due diligence program for use by others. Manage a portfolio of approximately 50 files at any given time with an account ownership model. Ownership and accountability of a file for all background screening activities and clearance recommendation

• Relationship Management - Build and maintain relationships with diverse groups (HR Talent Acquisition and third-party vendors) to ensure a smooth and efficient background screening process while also meeting pre-determined SLAs. Display professionalism discretion and sound judgment in dealing with situations that are often extremely sensitive due to the nature of the confidential information handled within this role

• Attention to detail and Organizational Skills - Manage multiple priorities such as data entry in background screening and myCareer applications a strong working knowledge of CIBCs personal banking systems maintaining shared mailboxes and drives and administering day to day tasks efficiently while also maintaining confidentiality.

• Problem-Solving - Measure and monitor risk by identifying potential issues before the onboarding of individuals. Act with due diligence; ensure data integrity and recommend solutions to enhance current background screening processes. Exercise judgement when dealing with issues in a client-focused manner.

Who you are

• You can demonstrate experience in providing high levels of customer service while adhering to tight timelines. You are able to investigate situations in a subjective manner and make accurate recommendations understanding the impact. Its an asset if you have experience with background screening or verification processes.

• You put our clients first. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile because its the right thing to do.

• You look beyond the moment. You make decisions and take actions that will make a difference today and tomorrow. You proactively seek new opportunities to define whats possible.

• Youre driven by collective success. You know that collaboration can transform a good idea into a great one. You understand the power of an inclusive team that enjoys working together to bring a shared vision to life.

• You understand that success is in the details. You notice things that others dont. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust teamwork and accountability.

What CIBC Offers

At CIBC your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful personalized ways including a competitive compensation a banking benefit* wellbeing support and additional offers such as employee and family assistance programs and MomentMakers our social points-based recognition program.

• Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

*Subject to program terms and conditions

What you need to know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation please contact

• CIBC is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities were actively recruiting for unless stated otherwise.

• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and where applicable must have a valid work or study permit

• We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills test (such as simulation coding French proficiency).

• We use artificial intelligence tools during the recruitment process. Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you all that you have to offer and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

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