Fall 2026 Student - Data Analyst, Commercial Banking

Royal Bank of Canada • Toronto, ON

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This posting is for a 4-month Student Fall 2026 placement with a start date of September 8, 2026 and end-date of December 18, 2026. To be eligible, you must either be returning to school after the work term or require the work term as a mandatory component to graduate successfully. Join RBC Commercial Banking and thrive at the intersection of expertise and ambition. As a key partner to Canada’s leading businesses, you’ll help shape the country’s future by driving real economic impact. You’ll get to collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, leverage cutting-edge digital platforms and build innovative solutions to transform client experiences. Growth is embedded in RBC's culture, offering opportunities to learn and develop skills and experiences to help you thrive in your career. At RBC, you’ll build a future defined by innovation, impact and unparalleled expertise. RBC is seeking a Data Analyst to join the Commercial Banking team and play a key role in transforming data into actionable strategies. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge Business Intelligence technologies, refine analytical skills, and contribute to meaningful business decisions. Potential placements include Data Analyst, RBCx Analytics Intern, Client Insights Analyst, and Analyst, Transaction Banking.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools including Excel (Pivot tables, VLOOKUP, Data visualization), PowerPoint (creating compelling executive presentations and storytelling with data)
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Python, R) and Business Intelligence platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail
• Passion for data and a desire to drive business growth through insights
• Understanding of business fundamentals, financial analysis, financial modelling, data management, accounting principles and strategic business rationales
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and adjust to new challenges
• Collaboration & Communication skills; cross-functional teamwork and stakeholder engagement across all roles
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of commercial banking, financial services and business fundamentals
• Previous internship or co-op experience in Data
• Familiarity with AI, databases, data engineering concepts and/or cloud technologies
• Exposure to software development practices, application support or workflow automation
• Ability to interpret and communicate complex technical insights to non-technical stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Identify, manage, analyze, and interpret data to support the identification of meaningful and actionable themes, recommendations and insights that drive business growth
• Work with cutting-edge Business Intelligence technologies and data tools to streamline processes and enhance decision-making
• Develop creative problem-solving and analytical skills to address complex business challenges
• Refine your communication and presentation skills by presenting findings and recommendations to business partners and senior management
• Engage with various parts of the data lifecycle, including building data pipelines, feature engineering, data deep dives, and machine learning model development

Benefits

• Leaders who support your development and opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities
• A dynamic, collaborative, and high-performing environment including opportunities to network with RBC leaders
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on RBC's operations and client experience
• RBC brand recognition to add to your experience and resume – Tier-1 institution adds weight to future application
• Experience and exposure to RBC’s thought leadership in technology including Borealis AI

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees