SOAR: New Graduate Experience for First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples

Graduating students (Canada only)

Overview

Aaniin, Boozhoo, Tân'si, Éy Swayel, Atelihai– greetings! We acknowledge that there are many other ways to greet and connect, so we invite you to share them with us when we come together!

Are you someone who identifies as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit and is currently approaching the completion of post-secondary education? If you answered yes to this question, then this opportunity may be just for you! Once hired as an associate or analyst in a TILT (Talent Incubators for Leaders of Tomorrow) program, SOAR is our tailored experience that provides a culturally welcoming and supportive environment. 

Embracing a spirit of growth and continuous learning, SOAR provides personalized support and programming throughout your first two years of full-time employment. The SOAR program empowers you to thrive and build a successful career at Scotiabank and its subsidiaries. 

Once hired into a TILT program, you'll embark on a rotational journey within a specific line of business, supported by dedicated Program Managers, mentorship, networking opportunities, and development workshops designed to accelerate your growth. Along the way, you'll gain valuable experience, build lasting connections, and develop the skills needed to thrive in your career. Through SOAR, you'll receive additional one-on-one support and have access to cultural programming designed to celebrate and strengthen Indigenous identity, while creating opportunities to connect with Indigenous colleagues. 

Does this sound like you?

Look for our postings at your career centre, on your online portals and, of course, browse our current events.

  • You identify as First Nations, Inuit and Métis
  • You’re interested in a variety of career opportunities within the financial industry
  • You want to participate in cultural programming to reflect Indigenous ways of knowing and being
  • You want to learn about various areas within Scotiabank
  • You’re interested in having an impact with your community and peers
  • You are in your final year of a certificate,  diploma, undergraduate or graduate degree