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Transformation Intern (May - August 2026)

BNP Paribas1 day ago
Hybrid
Montréal, QC
Junior
full_time

Top Benefits

Competitive compensation package
Hybrid work arrangements with 3 days in office
Extensive training and personal development programs

About the role

In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal's Top Employers in 2025. We are a dynamic and growing organization having its main establishment located in downtown Montreal and part of a leading international banking institution fully committed to building a more sustainable future. Note that the position may be in the Canadian Branch of BNP Paribas or in one of its subsidiaries based in Montreal.

Internship program

As an intern, you will benefit from a 4 month program that aims to give you the tools to develop yourself and discover your potential through customized trainings, networking sessions and transversal projects.

More information about the program available on our website:

BNP Paribas in Canada Students & Young graduates

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The position at a glance

At BNP Paribas, we see every day as a chance to create a positive impact. We lead through our values centered on our employees, diversity, equality, and inclusion.

We are looking for an Intern, part of the Transformation team (within Change & Solutions) in Montreal, with an innovative mindset and hunger to challenge and improve on the operation of the Bank in North America.

In detail

We are part of a regional organization. Change & Solutions works closely with BNP Paribas’ executive management and senior leadership to design and implement high level, strategically important projects, and shape the development of the Bank in the region (US, Canada, and Latin America).

The team delivers value through an integrated and agile approach with deep international interconnectivity across departments, and a strong focus on servicing internal clients across capabilities, namely:

Consulting, providing consulting services similar to top tier external strategy consulting firms, focusing on strategic planning, business development, and thought leadership

Transformation, leveraging on expertise to support end to end transformational change for business lines and functions

Regulatory Excellence, covering the full value chain of regulatory expertise

Analytics Lab, developing and delivering to production innovative Machine Learning based solutions across the Bank

More specifically, the Transformation team delivers projects on process efficiency, target operating models, digital solutions, execution support and enablement, and fostering a transformation culture. The team is based on a set of principles, namely being robust and effective (with a consistent standard of delivery based on formal methodologies), adapted to client needs (with agility and an orientation to solutions), and a mindset of leader-coaches (who can build a community of transformation-oriented people).

Joining the Transformation team is a unique opportunity to:

Create and deliver visible and long-lasting impact

Learn and develop new skills

Gain exposure across the global BNP Paribas organization and its senior leadership

Be part of a unique, high-performing, regional team

Become a change agent to support the growth of the Bank

The candidate will play an important role in helping to foster a culture of sustainable change, while having the opportunity to experience and learn from real-life projects.

Responsibilities

Support Transformation projects working with the project team during diagnose and design phases (analysis, data crunching, interviews, studies and surveys, trainings, etc.)

Adhere to and improve on the methodologies used during projects (e.g., Project Management best practices)

Support the delivery of better value and greater efficiency through identifying and eliminating unnecessary complexity to find better ways of working

Prepare project materials, to be reviewed by the project team

Participate in workshops, interviews and other client meetings

Support the development of transversal work within Change & Solutions, partnering with people from US and Canada to improve the team

Support the pursuit of Innovation in the Bank, be that on an ongoing basis or during specific challenges

Work conditions: This position provides for standard working conditions in an office and a normal work schedule from Monday to Friday.

The strengths and skills that will help you succeed

Pursuing studies in Engineering, Economics or Business Administration (Masters’ studies are a plus)

Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBI)

Participation in Consulting clubs or similar activities at university level are a plus

Analytical mindset, being able to crunch data and draw conclusions from it

Receptive to constructive feedback, promoting a culture of continuous feedback

Balances listening and talking to foster constructive dialogue

Bilinguism in French and English*

  • Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. Professional working proficiency in French and English languages are required.

What’s in it for you

In addition to competitive compensation, hybrid work arrangements are available for most positions. In-office presence is required a minimum of 3 days per week, one of which must be on a Monday and/or a Friday. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.

What you need to know

We will review candidates as they apply, so don’t wait to submit your application;

BNP Paribas is committed to accessibility and inclusion. During the recruitment process, accommodation needs are available at all times for candidates. You will have the chance to make a request for an accommodation during your application.

You must be legally eligible to work in the Greater Montreal area and, if applicable, hold a valid work or study permit. Physical presence in BNP Paribas’ office(s) is an essential function of this position;

If you are applying and accepted to a position which requires working in/for the U.S. securities industry, you will be required to provide your fingerprints and undergo additional background checks by the FBI. BNP Paribas Securities Corporation is required to maintain a supervisory program over the conduct of its Associated Persons; some of your personal data will be transmitted to the United States of America and made available to US regulators. Please reach out to BNPP for additional information; or you can also find an overview here: 3110. Supervision FINRA.org

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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at the heart of our commitments

At BNP Paribas all employees are on an equal footing allowing us to create a work environment that values and respects people for their talents, skills and competences.

BNP Paribas recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, and other protected status (Employment Equity Act and Canadian Human Right Act).

To learn more about our DE&I commitments, click here

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About us

BNP Paribas is the top bank in the European Union and a major international banking establishment. Present in 63 countries, with more than 180,000 employees, the bank holds key positions in several areas of banking and financial services.

BNP Paribas’ mission is to contribute to a responsible and sustainable economy by financing and advising its clients according to the highest ethical standards, while striving to respond to essential concerns in terms of the environment, regional development and social inclusion.

Since 1961, BNP Paribas has supported large Canadian companies and institutions in their business development by offering a full range of specialized financial services and investment products.

With over 1,400 employees, BNP Paribas in Canada continues to attract experts from diverse fields as well as ambitious young talent from around the world. We are proud to offer our employees a rewarding and international workplace where they can build their professional careers by honing their skills, meeting challenges and enriching their knowledge of the financial industry.

Our certifications and partnerships

Montreal’s Top Employers 2024

Canada’s Best Diversity Employers 2024

Women in Governance – Parity certified - Platinum certification

Pride at Work Canada

Rainbow Accreditation issued by Canada’s LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)

Part of Les Affaires top 300 companies in Quebec

Synclusiv

Ready, Willing and Able

Autisme sans Limites

LinkedIn Top Companies 2024

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*** While the description above describes our ideal candidate, we encourage applicants to apply even if they do not fully meet the complete list of qualifications noted***

About BNP Paribas

Banking
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BNP Paribas is a leading bank in Europe with an international reach. It has a presence in 65 countries, with more than 190,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. BNP Paribas holds leading positions in its three major operating divisions:

⚆ Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for all the Group’s retail banking networks and several specialised businesses, including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; ⚆ Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment and protection solutions; ⚆ Corporate & Institutional Banking, which is focused on corporate and institutional clients.

The Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realise their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, the Group has four domestic markets (Belgium, France, Italy and Luxembourg) and BNP Paribas Personal Finance is the European leader in consumer lending. BNP Paribas is rolling out its integrated retail-banking model in Mediterranean countries, in Turkey, in Eastern Europe and a large network in the western part of the United States. In its Corporate & Institutional Banking and Investment & Protection Services activities, BNP Paribas also enjoys top positions in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific.

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