Fidelity Canada

At Fidelity, we’ve been helping Canadian investors build better financial futures for over 35 years.  We offer individuals and institutions a range of trusted investment portfolios and services - and we’re constantly seeking to find new and better ways to help our clients.  As a privately owned company, we boldly embrace innovation in all areas as we continue to grow our business into the future. 

Working with us means you’ll be part of a diverse and dedicated group of people who make a real difference for our clients and communities every day. You’ll have a wide range of opportunities to grow and develop your career in an inclusive environment where you’ll feel valued and supported to be your best - both personally and professionally.

What we do:

By offering our perspectives on sustainability we seek to unite Fidelity Canada’s core strengths with our sustainability efforts. Working alongside our business partners across the organization, we strive to create momentum and progress toward a sustainable future for our clients, employees, and the communities in which we work

What we provide:

Fidelity offers you the chance to build a career, develop professionally and explore different career paths throughout the company. Students are placed into an area of interest and will be provided with a mentor to support them throughout their journey. We offer our students an extensive training program to help enhance skills in communication, public speaking, networking, business etiquette and emotional intelligence. Fidelity proudly supports various non-profit organizations and provides students with the opportunity to volunteer to make a difference in their community. You’ve worked hard to prepare yourself for a great career. No matter what your undergraduate degree is in, there is an opportunity for you at Fidelity.

How you’ll make an impact:

As a Student, Corporate Sustainability, you’ll help us collect, analyze and report on sustainability data in support of Fidelity Canada’s internal and external sustainability reporting.  The role will also help prepare presentations and respond to information requests from leadership, clients and other stakeholders, and will also support peer and corporate leader benchmarking to inform strategic planning. 

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Support collection of enterprise-wide sustainability data and supporting documentation for external and internal reporting needs.  
• Support the calculation and management of Fidelity’s Greenhouse Gas inventory.
• Through collaboration with key internal partners, maintain the accuracy and consistency of the sustainability data generated internally, or from partners, that is required to measure our progress and report to stakeholders. 
• Monitor and assess competitor Corporate Sustainability programs on an ongoing basis and conduct peer and corporate leader benchmarking to inform strategic planning.  
• Review and monitor pertinent sustainability standards, frameworks and regulations to assess impact on internal processes.  
• Assist in organizing sustainability related employee engagement events.

What we’re looking for:

Experience
Ideally you have completed an internship in a role with a focus on sustainability or Environmental, Social & Governance

Education:
Bachelor's degree in environmental sciences, business or finance with a specialization in sustainability preferred  

Designations, Licenses, or Accreditations
GHG Accounting accreditation or knowledge a plus

Knowledge and Skills

• Like staying ahead of trends
• Enjoy being part of a passionate team who care about making a positive impact on the environment and society
• Are an Excel and PowerPoint superuser
• Delight in recommending and monitoring course of action
• Focus on the big picture –from observing trends to recommending a course of action to drafting the response to seeing the outcome
• Know when to take initiative and when to ask for clarification or help
• Are confident in your ability to learn new technologies and adapt to constantly changing demands
• Can build rapport and credibility with internal and external stakeholders
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• You must be currently enrolled in a registered co-op program to be considered for this position
• You must also be available on a full-time basis for the duration of the co-op term

Instructions:

Please provide a copy of your resume, cover letter and transcript.

You will be working on a flexible hybrid schedule as part of Fidelity’s dynamic working arrangement.

Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings.

We care a lot about fostering a compassionate, people-centric culture, and are proud to have been named one of Canada’s Top 100 employers for the last five years.

Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer

Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally-protected ground.

Accommodation during the application process

Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please email us at FidelityCanadaStaffing@fidelity.ca.

No telephone inquiries or agencies please. We thank all applicants for their interest, please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.