2026 CAE, Fall Student, Internal Audit, Financial Crimes & AML COE (4 Months)

RBC • Halifax, NS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The fall student will join the Internal Audit, Financial Crimes & Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Center of Excellence (COE) team, which provides independent, objective evaluations of Financial Crimes & AML practices across RBC’s international operations (Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Caribbean). The ideal candidate will embody RBC’s values—client first, integrity, collaboration, respect and excellence—while supporting audit execution, issue remediation, and stakeholder engagement. By acting as a trusted advisor, the student will contribute to safeguarding RBC’s reputation, protecting communities, and ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards. This role demands accountability, agility, and client-centricity, as the team operates in a dynamically changing regulatory environment to shape what’s next.

Requirements

• Pursuing a degree in finance, business, economics, or a related field, with a strong academic record.
• Highly organized and takes ownership of tasks and delivers results with precision.
• Adapts quickly to evolving priorities.
• Works independently and seamlessly with the Internal Audit team and stakeholders.
• Upholds ethical standards in all audit activities.
• Strives for high-quality, detail-oriented work.
• Strong analytical, communication (written, verbal), and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize, handle multiple tasks under pressure and meet time-sensitive deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with AML/Sanctions regulations or financial crime frameworks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Prior experience in financial services or risk management.
• Interest in pursuing a career in Financial Crimes and AML.

Responsibilities

• Engage with a team of professional auditors responsible for financial crimes and AML compliance.
• Demonstrate integrity and accountability by collaborating with the Internal Audit team to support the planning and execution of audits with rigor and objectivity.
• Maintain effective working relationships with key stakeholders to ensure they get maximum value from engagement work.
• Participate in periodic meetings with the business where the team provides updates on audit results and status of open audit issues.
• Assist with the follow up on issue validation.
• Develop and grow through mentorship from Senior Managers and Director, embodying RBC’s focus on continuous learning and employee development.

Benefits

• Opportunities to develop leadership skills such as strategic thinking and influencing others.
• Contribute to protecting RBC’s global reputation and safeguarding financial systems.
• Work alongside leaders who champion progressive thinking and mutual success.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree