Intern - Risk, Models and Asset Liability (May 2027 - 12 months)

Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan • Toronto, ON

6h • CA$30 - CA$33 • Hybrid

About The Position

As an intern on the Models and Asset Liability Risk team, you will gain hands-on experience using advanced analytical tools to evaluate the impact of asset mix decisions. This role offers a unique opportunity to explore the key factors influencing the asset/liability balance of a pension plan, understand the risk and return characteristics of various asset classes, and apply risk metrics to assess portfolio suitability.

Requirements

• A strong academic background in finance, risk management, actuarial science, mathematics, or computer science is essential.
• Candidates should demonstrate proficiency in quantitative analysis and possess the foundational knowledge required to evaluate complex financial models and risk metrics within an institutional investment environment.
• Enrollment in a 3rd or 4th year undergraduate program or a Masters’ program in Actuarial Science, Statistics, Finance, or a related field.
• Familiarity with pension plan operations, particularly the interaction between assets and liabilities
• A working knowledge of asset classes and their roles in diversified portfolios.
• Proficiency in Python or any other programming languages for data analysis and modeling.
• Experience with data visualization tools (Power BI preferred).
• You must be enrolled in a co-op program or returning back to your studies after the work term is completed

Nice To Haves

• Prior co-op or internship experience is an asset.
• Experience with Snowflake is an asset.
• Interest or experience in building agentic AI applications is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the development and refinement of asset/liability models to evaluate the impact of changes in portfolio returns and economic assumptions.
• Conducting statistical analysis on simulation outputs and interpreting key risk metrics.
• Creating and presenting data visualizations and summaries tailored for diverse audiences, including investment professionals and risk managers.
• Help design and execute stress tests and scenario analyses to assess portfolio resilience under various market conditions, economic shocks and demographic assumptions.
• Assist in preparing model and process documentation, risk reports, and presentations that communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of automated workflows and advanced AI-driven solutions using Python, with the goal of streamlining processes and enhancing operational efficiency across risk modeling and asset liability management.

Benefits

• Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development, including lunch and learns
• Student led team building events on a monthly basis
• Employee discount programs including Edvantage and Perkopolis

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed