Strategy Intern

1 week ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Wave Full time
We believe small businesses are at the heart of our communities, and championing them is worth fighting for.

We empower small business owners to manage their finances fearlessly, by offering the simplest, all-in-one financial management solution they can't live without.


This role of Strategy Intern offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in strategic planning, market analysis, and business development within Wave.

As a Strategy Intern, you will collaborate with our team to support the research & development of key initiatives that drive growth and innovation across the organization.


Here's How You Make an Impact:

  • Assist in conducting market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and threats in the industry.
  • Support the development of strategic plans and business cases for new ventures, products, or partnerships.
  • Analyze data and metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of current strategies and recommend improvements.
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions and strategic discussions to generate innovative ideas and solutions.
  • Help prepare presentations, reports, and other materials to communicate strategic insights and recommendations to stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to align strategic objectives with operational plans and initiatives.
  • Stay updated on industry developments, competitive dynamics, and market trends to inform strategic decisionmaking.
  • Conduct financial modelling and analysis to support strategic projects and investment decisions.

You Thrive Here By Possessing the Following:

  • You are a student heading into your 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year and are studying business, mathematics, economics, or another related field, with a curiosity and interest in the Fintech space.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and concisely.
  • Proactive attitude and willingness to take initiative in a fastpaced, dynamic environment.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, draw conclusions, and make recommendations.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, demonstrating. adaptability and flexibility, while also navigating crossfunctional relationships throughout the organization.
  • Proficiency in the Google Suite
  • Docs, Sheets, & Slides.
  • Prior experience or coursework in strategy, consulting, or related fields.
At Wave, you're treated like the incredible human being you are.

Work From Where You Work Best:We will always have a welcoming, energizing, and world-class office (in Toronto) with a space for you. Or, if you're more comfortable working from home, the choice is yours
.

We Care About Future You:
You will stretch yourself and you will grow at Wave. You will also be supported on this journey with diverse learning experiences, educational allowances, mentorship, and so much more.

We Support the Full You:
We make a serious investment in your health & wellness. When we think about benefits we think about body, mind, & soul and we take this stuff very seriously.

We Take Care of the Fundamentals:Fair compensation, all the office perks you'd want, and the various goodies you'd expect from a growing tech company. This is the obvious stuff, but we don't want you to think we forgot

We believe that a diverse and inclusive culture creates the best workplace. We embrace our differences, value individuality, and the broad spectrum of every Waver's skills and abilities. We challenge each other from a place of respect and pursuit of continuous growth. We trust each other and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work, everyday. As Wavers, our voices matter, our opinions are met with an open mind. The best ideas win, no matter whose they are. Contributing to an inclusive culture is a part of all of our job descriptions.


We've been continuously recognized as one of Canada's Top Ten Most Admired Corporate Cultures and one of Canada's Great Places to Work in categories including Technology, Millennials, Mental Health, Inclusion and Women.

Are you ready to be a Waver? Join us

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