Leadership Development Graduate Rotation Program - Start September 2027

EQ Bank
Toronto
On-site
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Associates

Job Description

Program / Role Overview  

Our Leadership Development Program (LDP) is designed to accelerate your development through immersive, hands-on experience across key areas of our business. Over 24 months, you’ll rotate through multiple teams, gaining exposure to both the core fundamentals of banking and the strategic innovation that drives our digital future. 
 

If you are entering your final year of undergraduate studies in Fall 2026, this is your opportunity to launch your career in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment and make a meaningful impact as part of our September 2027 cohort. 

Responsibilities

Why EQB? What’s in it for you?

Being a traditional bank just isn’t our thing. We believe Canadians deserve better banking – more human and more inclusive. That’s why we challenge ourselves to rethink what’s possible and deliver smarter, simpler options. Our team is made up of inquisitive and agile minds that find smarter ways of doing things. You’ll gain real exposure to the financial services industry, meaningful autonomy and the chance to collaborate with people who will encourage you to reach new heights. 

At EQ, you'll gain more than just rotational experience. The Leadership Development Program is designed to accelerate your growth through meaningful work, broad business exposure, and opportunities to learn from experienced leaders across the organization.   

You will benefit from: 

  • Broad Business Exposure: Build a deeper understanding of banking through rotations across key business lines and functions, helping you develop a well-rounded view of how EQ operates.  

  • Hands-On Experience: Contribute to real business priorities, work on meaningful projects, and develop practical skills that create value for the business and our customers.  

  • Mentorship & Development: Receive guidance, feedback, and support from leaders, managers, and colleagues throughout your rotational journey.  

  • Cross-Functional Networking: Build relationships across teams and business areas while expanding your professional network and understanding of the organization.  

  • Future Career Opportunities: Following successful completion of the program, you'll have the opportunity to transition into a permanent role aligned with your strengths, interests, and business needs. 

What You Will Do?

Year 1: Building the Fundamentals (Months 1–12) – Core Rotations 

You'll build a strong foundation in banking through rotations across EQ's core businesses, with exposure to both Personal Banking and Commercial Banking. During these rotations, you'll gain hands-on experience, develop business acumen, and build an understanding of how different parts of the bank work together to deliver value to customers. 

Personal Banking 

Gain exposure to EQ's digital banking business and customer-focused products and services. 

You may have opportunities to: 

  • Learn about EQ Bank's everyday banking, lending, payment, and digital banking products. 

  • Support business initiatives focused on enhancing customer experience and digital banking capabilities. 

  • Participate in projects involving product development, process improvement, or business analysis. 

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic priorities and customer-focused solutions. 

Commercial Banking 

Develop an understanding of how EQ supports businesses, commercial clients, and institutional partners. 

You may have opportunities to: 

  • Gain exposure to commercial lending and financing solutions. 

  • Learn how commercial banking teams evaluate opportunities and support business growth. 

  • Participate in financial analysis, market research, and business development activities. 

  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to support client needs and business objectives. 

 

Year 2: Applying Knowledge to Solve Complex Problems (Months 13–24) – Elective Rotations 

Building on the banking fundamentals developed through your core rotations, you'll have the opportunity to tailor your experience through elective rotations aligned to your interests, strengths, and career aspirations. Elective rotations may include areas such as: 

Digital Banking & Product 

Help shape the future of banking through product innovation, customer experience enhancements, market research, and digital transformation initiatives. 

Corporate Development & Strategy 

Contribute to enterprise-wide initiatives, strategic planning, and business growth opportunities while developing skills in analysis, problem-solving, and executive-level communication. 

Risk Management 

Develop an understanding of how financial institutions balance growth and innovation with sound risk management through exposure to risk analytics, governance, reporting, and regulatory practices. 

Data & Analytics 

Leverage data to solve business problems, generate actionable insights, and support decision-making through reporting, analytics, and business intelligence initiatives. 

Operations, Marketing & Customer Experience 

Support initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness, customer experience, and business performance while working closely with cross-functional teams. 

Other Enabling Functions 

Gain exposure to the functions that support and enable EQ's growth through projects focused on business performance, technology, transformation, and organizational effectiveness. 

After 24 months of rotations, following your end-of-program review, you'll have the opportunity to transition into a permanent role that aligns with your strengths, interests, and long-term career aspirations.

Who Are You?

  • A final-year student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, or related discipline with high academic performance 

  • Curious, analytical, and eager to learn 

  • A strong communicator who thrives in a collaborative environment 

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

  • Passionate about innovation and making a difference in the financial services industry 

The Interview Process: 

  • Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial chat with our Talent Acquisition team. 

  • If successful, you'll be invited to a virtual second-round interview.  

  • Final, third-round interviews will be held in person.  

  • Final offers are expected following the final assessment stage, aptitude testing, and background checks in October 2026. 

Key Recruitment Dates

Please note this is a tentative schedule and might change. We will keep candidates updated for changes. 

Activity 

Date(s) 

Job Posting Opens 

04-Aug-26 

Application Deadline 

19-Aug-26 

Resume Screening 

August 20 - 28, 2026 

Round 1 Interviews (Virtual) 

August 31 - September 11, 2026 

Round 2 Interviews (Virtual) 

September 21 - 25, 2026 

Final Round: Case Study & Presentation (In-Person) 

October 7 or 8, 2026 

Aptitude Test, Background Check & Final Offers 

October 12 - 23, 2026 

 

How to Submit Your Application Correctly!

Posting date: 4 August 2026

Posting deadline: 19 August 2026 (11:59 pm EST)

Application Requirements:

  • You MUST be a final year undergraduate student enrolled in school to be eligible to apply (Starting your final year in Fall 2026 and graduating by Summer 2027).
  • You MUST submit your cover letter, resume and unofficial transcript as one document. Failure to submit these items will result in your application not being considered.
  • Application will close August 19 at 11:59 pm EST
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