About the role#
The CPA Program is an eight-month internship for students who plan to pursue a CPA designation. You will join the Financial Policy and Reporting team from January to August 2027. This role offers exposure to accounting policy and financial reporting within a global investment organization. High-performing interns may be considered for a return offer to the full-time CPA Rotational Analyst Program. You will participate in intern orientation, a cross-functional hackathon, and various networking events throughout your term.
What you'll do#
- Support compliance with the CPPIB Act and relevant accounting standards.
- Assist with financial statement preparation.
- Conduct accounting analysis.
- Support internal controls and governance processes.
- Connect accounting and reporting considerations to investment activities and financial operations.
What you'll need#
- Current undergraduate student specializing in accounting or finance.
- Eligibility for an 8-month work term and an intent to return to studies afterward.
- A clear intention to pursue a CPA designation.
- Strong academic performance and involvement in extracurricular activities.
- Interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Intellectual curiosity and an interest in accounting, finance, and analytics.
- A commitment to integrity, collaboration, and high performance.
Location & details#
- Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Winter and Summer 2027 (8 months total).
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About CPP Investments | Investissements RPC
CPP Investments manages the Canada Pension Plan fund. It invests in asset classes including public and private equities, infrastructure, real estate, and fixed income. The organization operates as a partnership and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. Founded in 1997, it maintains its headquarters in Toronto.
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