Intern, Public Markets Operations (May – August 2026)

PSP Investments

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Montreal - Canada

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 22 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

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ABOUT US

Were one of Canadas largest pension investors with CAD$299.7 billion of net assets as of March 31 2025.


We invest funds for thepension plans of thefederalpublicservice the Canadian Forces theRoyal Canadian Mounted Police andthe ReserveForce. Headquartered in Ottawa PSP Investments has its principal business office in Montréal and offices in New York London and Hong Kong.

Capturing and leading complex global investments requires us to work as one to seize valuable opportunities in close collaboration with some of the worlds top companies. At PSP Investments youll join a team of motivated and engaged professionals dedicated to propelling our organization further than ever before.

ABOUTTHETEAM

The Investment Operations teamis responsible formanaging data and investment operations activitiesexecutingandoptimizingthe processes and solutions that support and enable investment activities. Additionally they oversee a committee that presents discusses and approves business and technological changes related to Operational Chain activities and processes.

The team ensures that operations areaccurate efficient compliant and aligned with PSPs overall investment strategy. Their activities include:

  • Cash administration and settlement

  • Collateral security financing and market events

  • Derivatives administration and settlement

  • Public markets integration and servicing

  • Data quality management

ABOUT YOUR ROLE

As anIntern Public MarketsOperationsyoull:

  • Support the maintenance and enhancement of Public Markets Operations processes byassistingin the investigation debugging and resolution of operational issuesto ensuretheaccurateandtimelyflow of securities lending trades through internal booking and settlement systems

  • Assistwith the daily reconciliation of securities lending positionsidentifyingand escalating discrepancies as needed

  • Monitor the settlement status of securities lending and borrowing transactions and coordinate with internal teams custodians and counterparties to resolve settlement exceptions

  • Perform operational checks and data validations to support the accuracy of positions exposures and reporting related to securities lending activity

  • Contribute to the documentation of processes controls and operational procedures helping to improve transparency and consistency across the team

  • Collaborate with analysts and key stakeholders across Operations Technology and Front Office teams sharing ideas and supporting continuous process improvement while adhering toestablishedstandards and best practices

  • Participate in adhoc analysis and operational projects related to securities lending collateral management and market events as

WHAT YOULL NEED

  • Currentlycompletinga bachelors degree or enrolled in finance or equivalent

  • Good experienceand knowledge ofMS Office Suite andSQL

  • Experience in the financial investment industry and knowledge of publicmarketsinvestments is an asset

  • Customer focused and results-drivenmindset

  • Ability to thrive in a rapidly changing environment and adapt tochange

  • Must return to studies after the internship or the internship must be part of yourcurriculum

  • Proficiencyin English and French (or willingness to learn)(frequent interactions in English with PSP employees based in our offices in Hong Kong London and New York and interactions in French with employees in our local offices in Montreal and Ottawa)

  • Candidates must have the right to work in Canada* for the periodspecified tobe considered for this position. No support to obtain the right to work will be provided

  • *Options include Canadian citizenship permanentresidencyor a valid open work permit

At PSP Investments we aim to provide a workplace where everyone feels valued safe respected and empowered to grow. As part of this leadership commitment we strongly encourage applications from all qualified applicants and strive to offer an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. If you require any accommodation for any part of the recruitment process please let us know.

To apply please upload your resume cover letter and most recent unofficial transcript.

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ABOUT USWere one of Canadas largest pension investors with CAD$299.7 billion of net assets as of March 31 2025.We invest funds for thepension plans of thefederalpublicservice the Canadian Forces theRoyal Canadian Mounted Police andthe ReserveForce. Headquartered in Ottawa PSP Investments has its pri...
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