EDC Student Internships

Application deadline: October 30, 2026

EDC Student Internships - General Stream

We are actively recruiting early career professionals for the 2027 Winter Semester in a variety of teams looking for students in Commerce, Technology and Analytics, Finance, Communications, Marketing, Project Management, Human Resources and related fields. Teams you may be selected to interview with will vary, and a more detailed team description will be sent to you if you are selected for an interview.

This Candidate Pool is exclusively for students currently enrolled in post-secondary studies and who are only available for a 4-month term from January to April 2027. If you are not enrolled, or if you have availability greater than 4 months, we encourage you to explore our other campus opportunities on our website.

About EDC:At Export Development Canada (EDC), we empower Canadian businesses to succeed globally. As a Financial Crown corporation, we offer innovative financial solutions and expert insights to help businesses explore new markets, mitigate risks, and achieve growth.

Why Join EDC?

• Collaborate with a diverse, experienced team
• Thrive in a supportive, teamwork-driven environment.
• Impact global communities through sustainable growth in emerging markets.
• Recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Best Diversity Employers, and a Top 100 Family-Friendly Employers.
• Enjoy a comprehensive Total Rewards package, including benefits, vacation, wellness programs, and professional development opportunities.

Student Opportunities

Our student development opportunities include work terms and co-op programs designed to give your career a head start. All roles in this stream are strictly for four-month terms from January to April 2027, without the possibility of extension. While most roles are full-time, there is flexibility for part-time work. Please note that work in our program can be counted towards an accredited co-op program with your university or college.

Our Ideal Student:

• Currently enrolled in post-secondary studies.
• Previous work term experience related to their field of study
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Motivated self-starter, good organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Enthusiasm to tackle any task, whether menial or complex
• Knowledge of both official languages is an asset and may be required for certain positions

What can you expect from an EDC work term?

The opportunity to build cross-functional professional networks,identifyand pursue opportunities for improvement and innovation, and continuously learn and grow through coaching and mentoring from professionals throughout EDC. Work in a high-performing, fast-paced and flexible environmentfacilitatedby technologies and report to any of our EDC Hubs across Canada.

What to expect from us?

• You will be notified when we have received your application.

• If your profile matches a team’s needs, we will reach out to schedule an interview with the team, you will receive a description of the team you are selected for in preparation for your interview.

• We will be contacting candidates on a rolling basis fromJuly through August2026 for interviews, dependent on business needs.

Compensation Details:

Student, New Grad & Master’s salaries range from $42,900 to $48,750 annually, based on year of study. Please see the salary breakdown by year of study below:

• 1st Year: $42,900 ($22.00/hour)

• 2nd Year: $44,850 ($23.00/hour)

• 3rd Year: $46,800 ($24.00/hour)

• 4th Year and Beyond: $48,750 ($25.00/hour)

Location:

• Export Development Canada operates under a hybrid work model, with employees currently required to work from the office three days per week

• Opportunities may be performed from EDC’s headquarters in Ottawa. There will be limited opportunities also available from our Community Hubs located in Toronto, Mississauga, Montreal, Brossard, Laval, Calgary, Edmonton, Halifax, or Vancouver

Student Program Eligibility

EDC is committed to Fair Employment Practices and preference will be given to a candidate who is able to work legally in Canadaat the time of application(Canadian Citizen, Permanent Residents or Work Permit). Candidates must meet the requisite government security screening requirements.The position is open to those who meetall ofthe essential requirementsstatedabove and whose applications are received by the closing date.

This position is open to individuals who meet all the essential criteria outlined above andsubmittheir applications by the closing date.

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