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Requisition Number:  11458
Position Type:  Student
Position Length:  4-months
Location: 

Montreal, QC, CA

Remote Work:  No, critical onsite role
Closing Date:  April 29, 2026 23:59 EST

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
The Bank is committed to achieving a workforce that reflects the diversity of our country and is representative and inclusive of all Canadians regardless of race, ethnicity, colour, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, socio-economic background or lived experience. By living our values and prioritizing our actions to enhance equity, diversity and inclusion, the Bank ensures broader discussions, better decisions, and a more engaging workplace. 

We make career growth and professional development a priority. We are committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and a work environment that supports our diverse workforce.

Let our team know if you need accommodation or support during the recruitment process due to a disability or other reason. We can provide support in multiple ways, from using this site and submitting your application, right through to the interview process. If you are the successful candidate, you can also discuss accommodation needs when you receive your offer.

Contact accessiblecareers@bankofcanada.ca to discuss how.

We invite you to join an organization where differences are seen as strengths and are recognized, valued and respected. We welcome all candidates to apply and strongly encourage candidates to self-identify if they identify with an Employment Equity designated group (Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, Women or Racialized/Visible Minorities). 

Student, Currency Operations - Montreal


Take a central role

The Bank of Canada has a vision to be a leading central bank—dynamic, engaged and trusted—committed to a better Canada. No other employer in the country offers you the unique opportunity to work at the very center of Canada’s economy, in an organization with significant impact on the economic and financial well-being of all Canadians. You will be challenged, energized and motivated to excel in our environment. 


Building on the principles that have always guided us – excellence, integrity and respect – we strive to be forward-looking and innovative, to welcome people with diverse perspectives and talents, and to earn trust by living up to our commitments and by clearly explaining the intent of our policies and actions.  


With our defined-benefit pension plan, benefits, and high flexibility for work life balance - find out more about why we are annually ranked as one of Canada's top employers:  Working Here - Bank of Canada

 

Find out more about the next steps in our Recruitment process. 

 

 

What You Will Do

This student opportunity provides hands-on exposure to Currency Operations within the Montreal Agency Operations Centre (MAOC). The team supports the safe, secure, and timely handling of banknotes to meet public demand across Canada, operating in a secure environment with high accountability standards.

 

As a Student, Currency Operations, you will work alongside experienced operational staff to support day-to-day currency processing activities while learning how national-scale operations manage risk, quality, and volume variability in a highly automated setting.

 

With guidance and training, you will:

  • Assist with banknote shipping, receiving, processing, and reconciliation activities
  • Enter and verify data in operational systems to support real-time operational decisions
  • Follow custody, control, and security procedures in a high-accountability environment
  • Work safely in a highly automated, robotics-driven operational facility
  • Support the documentation or improvement of operational processes
  • Contribute to basic analysis tied to real operational decisions

 

What you need to succeed

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures
  • Ability to work effectively in a team-based, structured environment
  • Comfort performing physical tasks (standing for extended periods; lifting parcels up to ~24 kg)

 

Your education and experience

To qualify, you need to be currently enrolled as a student in a related field at a college or university (undergraduate level). Additionally, you must be returning to school in the next academic term. 

Innovative Mindset

We value candidates who demonstrate adaptability, curiosity, and a willingness to learn new technologies, including AI and digital tools. We seek individuals who can think critically about data, question existing processes, and find ways to simplify our work while embracing change and new ways of doing things. 

 

Language requirement
The Bank’s work environment is conducive to the use of both of Canada’s official languages - English and French. Although the position language requirement is English or French essential, we do encourage everyone to improve their second language proficiency for future career growth and to contribute towards fostering a bilingual environment.

 

What you need to know

  • Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents
  • Security level required: Be eligible to obtain Reliability 
  • There will be no relocation assistance provided
  • Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.

 

What you can expect from us  
This is a great opportunity to join a leading organization and be part of a high-performing team.

 

  • Salary $22.84 hourly (job grade Student B)

 

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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