The deadline to apply for this role is:
Until 11:59 PM of September 21, 2026
The opportunity
May 2027- April 2028
The Sustainable Investing Team leads the development of Ontario Teachers’ Sustainable Investing strategy and supports the integration of environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors in the Plan’s investment processes. This includes partnering with investment teams toidentifyESG risks and opportunities throughout the investment lifecycle in private and public equity investments and conducting qualitative and quantitative research and analysis on ESG topics!
Whoyou’llwork with
You will be part of an eleven-person team andhave the opportunity towork with colleagues across other investment departments. You will report to the Director, SustainableInvestingand will work out of the Toronto office. OntarioTeachers’is at the leading edge of the integration of ESG and climate change considerations into investment decision making!
Whatyou’lldo
As an Intern in Sustainable Investing, you will get exposure to allfacetsof ESG considerations in investment. Day todayyou will be asked to tackle a wide range of tasks and responsibilities. Examples include:
Benchmark andidentifybest practices in sustainability in both public and private companies
Support ESG due diligence for private equity deals
Provide research and analytics to support the corporate engagement strategy
Support assessment of company level and portfolio level climate change related programs such as emissions reporting and actions plans
Conduct research on various ESG topics including, but not limited to, climate change and energy transition, plastics, water use/risk, human capitalmanagementand sustainable development goals
Support ongoing risk monitoring activities for our public and private equity portfolios
Whatyou’llneed
We’relooking for candidates with:
A passion for ESG issues;
An understanding of how ESG factorsimpactinvestment value;
An understanding of the investment industry, basiceconomicsand/or finance;
Attention to detail and experience in qualitative and quantitative analysis;
Proficiencyin MS Word, Excel and Power Point, experience with MSPowerBIand data visualization considered an asset; and
Excellentcommunicationsskills, both written and verbal.
Must be enrolled in 3rd / 4th year or relatedMaster’sprogram.
You must be enrolled in a co-op program orreturning backto your studies after the work term is completed.
What we’re offering
The expected hourly range for this role is $24 - $28 depending on experience and qualifications.
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
At Ontario Teachers', diversity is one of our core strengths. We take pride in ensuring that the people we hire and the culture we create, reflect and embrace diversity of thought, background and experience. Through our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion through events for colleagues to connect for professional development, networking & mentoring. We are building an inclusive and equitable workplace where our talent is respected, accepted and empowered to be themselves. To learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, check out Life at Teachers'.
How to apply
Are you ready to pursue new challenges and take your career to the next level? Apply today! The following documents are required to be uploaded with your application:
Resume
Copy of your transcripts
You will also be invited to complete a pre-recorded digital interview as part of your application. Please complete it within 48 hours of application submission.
Intern Application Guidance
We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. We recommend candidates apply as soon as possible.
To help us better understand your interests and career goals, we recommend candidates apply to their top 3–5 positions for the term.
We thank you for applying, however, only those selected for a personal interview will be contacted. Note that candidates must be legally entitled to work in the country where this role is located.
Accommodations are available upon request (peopleandculture@otpp.com) for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.
Ontario Teachers’ may use AI-based tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position. These tools may help us identify candidates whose skills and experience align with Ontario Teachers’ objectives by analyzing information provided in resumes and applications. Our use of AI does not replace human decision-making.
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Functional Areas:
Administration
Vacancy:
Current
Requisition ID:
7140#LI-EJ1
Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan Board (Ontario Teachers') is a global investor with net assets of $266.3 billion as at December 31, 2024. Ontario Teachers’ is a fully funded defined benefit pension plan, and it invests in a broad array of asset classes to deliver retirement security for 343,000 working members and pensioners.
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