Activate: Strategic Functions New Graduate Development Program

Bachelors, Post-grad Diploma, Post-grad Certificate, and Masters graduates 

Program Start: June 2023 

Program Length: 

30 months – CPA Stream; 24 months – Global Audit and Global Finance, 18 months – Global Risk Management; HR, Marketing, Compliance, and Global Treasury

Overview

The Activate Strategic Functions New Graduate Development Program is designed to kick-start your career at Scotiabank with endless possibilities! Within this program, you will choose a stream in the Strategic Functions space to specialize in – this includes Marketing, Human Resources, Risk Management, Accounting, Audit, Finance, Compliance, and Global Treasury. Within this program, one of our streams includes our Pre-Approved CPA program that is designed to help you fulfill the designation requirements while accessing a broad range of services and experiences, unmatched by the traditional routes that previously dominated this field. In Activate, you will have access to personalized skill-building workshops and challenging work-integrated opportunities that will rapidly accelerate your career development.

Does this sound like you? 

  • You are in your final year of an Undergraduate, or Masters program

  • You are passionate about the bank and its Strategic Functions

  • You are creative, curious and a collaborative problem solver

  • You are driven, hardworking and thrive in a fast-paced environment

  • You want to make an impact in a global organization

  • You are ambitious and want to become a leader

What to expect

  • Multiple rotations within our Strategic Functions
  • A dedicated Program Manager that works with you on all things learning, goals and development
  • Exciting hands-on program activities including a capstone project, masterclasses and workshops
  • Ability to build professional relationships within your cohort and the organization
  • Significant leadership exposure and mentorship program
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The TILT Spotlight Series: Activate Strategic Functions

Learn more about our Activate Strategic Functions New Graduate Program from Senior Manager, Kate!

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The TILT Associate Series: Meet Activate GRM Associate, Rabia!

Learn more about the Global Risk Management (GRM) stream of our Activate Strategic Functions Program from Associate, Rabia!

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The TILT Associate Series: Meet Activate Audit Associate, Esteban!

Learn more about the Audit stream of our Activate Strategic Functions Program from Associate, Esteban!

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The TILT Associate Series: Meet Activate HRM  Associate, Joy!

Learn more about the HRM stream of our Activate Strategic Functions Program from Associate, Joy!

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The TILT Associate Series: Meet Activate Finance Associate, Prachi!

Learn more about the Finance stream of our Activate Strategic Functions Program from Associate, Prachi!

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The TILT Associate Series: Meet Activate CPA Associate, Michelle!

Learn more about the CPA stream of our Activate Strategic Functions Program from Associate, Michelle!

Here’s how to apply

Check the postings in your school’s career portal, with your career centre, or visit our student jobs page