Seeds Of Fortune - Bmo Capital Markets Launch Summer 2024 Internship

Application Deadline:
12/15/2023
Address:
3 Times Square
Job Family Group:
Capital Mrkts Sales & Service
BMO Capital Markets
BMO Capital Markets is a leading, full-service North American-based financial services provider offering equity and debt underwriting, corporate lending and project financing, merger and acquisitions advisory services, securitization, treasury management, market risk management, debt and equity research and institutional sales and trading. BMO Capital Markets has over 2,600 professionals in 32 locations around the world, including 18 offices in North America.
BMO Capital Markets is a member of BMO Financial Group (NYSE, TSX: BMO), one of the largest diversified financial services providers in North America with US$812 billion total assets and approximately 45,000 employees as of April 30, 2022.
Program Overview
LAUNCH is a 5-week freshman internship program focused on training, development, mentorship, and networking, while providing students with exposure to senior leaders across Capital Markets. This program will provide you with the opportunity to learn about different areas in Capital Markets including Investment Banking, Corporate Banking and Global Markets.
What's in it for you?

• One Week Training and Orientation - learn about BMO, our Employee Resource Groups and the foundations of Investment Banking, Global Markets and Corporate Banking

• Technical Training - a learning program including Wall Street Prep courses on finance, accounting, Investment Banking, Corporate Banking, Global Markets, and an excel crash course

• Mentorship Program - receive mentors from Investment Banking, Corporate Banking and Global Markets and meet with them on a weekly basis

• Networking - we will provide you with networking opportunities including senior leadership exposure through various events, social gatherings with your cohort, and networking events with various business representatives

• Soft Skill Development - including communication skills, presentation skills, building a personal brand etc.

• Capstone Project - complete a case study over your 5-week term with an assigned group and present to Senior leaders within Capital Markets

Application Requirements:

• Please submit your resume as a single PDF file and submit under the Resume section of the online application.
• Please Note: successful candidates will be contacted directly to complete a video interview

Eligibility Criteria:

• You are a freshman student at an accredited U.S. College/University, currently enrolled in an undergraduate program with a graduation date of December 2026 or Spring 2027
• You identify as: Female, Black, Hispanic/Latino, Visible minority, LGBTQ+, Persons with disabilities, Veteran
• You are available to work full-time from June-July 2024
• You have a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
• You are a U.S. citizen, permanent resident of U.S., or an individual who is legally authorized to work in the U.S. and will not require sponsorship in the future

Compensation & Benefits:
Annual base salary: $65,000 - $70,000. The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high end of the BMO Financial Group's salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as skill, experience and qualification for the role.
The base salary and potential bonus is one component of BMO Financial Group's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards and benefits include health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: www.bmousbenefits.com.
The campus job description above aligns to the internal job description below.
Provides a combination of deep industry sector expertise, innovative thinking in a team-based approach and world class execution across a full suite of products to clients through an integrated Capital Markets platform using a sector ecosystem approach. Collaborates to generate creative, client-focused solutions to prospective and current clients.

• Develops written internal and external marketing on pitch material.
• Supports deal teams in development, presentation, and winning mandates.
• Seeks to develop an understanding of client needs and outcomes.
• Provides materials to support an outstanding client experience.
• Identifies opportunities for increased efficiency and improved service to internal and external clients.
• Provides analytical findings to deal teams.
• Supports the execution of strategic initiatives in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
• Ensures alignment between stakeholders.
• Completes quality reports/analyses.
• Researches and analyzes company and industry financial and operating information.
• Performs complex financial modeling and runs valuation analysis as part of client / industry evaluations.
• Creates statistical exhibits and financial performance trend analysis for client presentations.
• Applies technical concepts and understands implication of work to client/transaction.
• Develops an understanding of and proficiency in using all required systems and models.
• Provides feedback on, and supports continuous improvement opportunities.
• Integrates information from multiple sources to enable more efficient processes, enhanced analysis, and/or streamlined reporting.
• Delivers financial modeling to support strategic recommendations to clients.
• Considers risk, internal controls and compliance as part of day-to-day accountabilities and adheres to policies and procedures.
• Focus may be on a business/group.
• Thinks creatively and proposes new solutions.
• Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
• Works mostly independently.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

• Typically between 3 - 5 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• An undergraduate degree with academic coursework in finance, economics, or accounting and an outstanding academic achievement.
• Financial analysis training and experience.
• 0 - 3 years of successive relevant experience within investment and/or corporate banking experience based on business requirements.
• Highly skilled in building complex financial models.
• Expertise in financial computer applications and database management tools.
• Skilled in creating statistical presentations.
• Specialized knowledge from education and/or business experience.
• Verbal & written communication skills - In-depth.
• Collaboration & team skills - In-depth.
• Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth.
• Influence skills - In-depth.

Compensation and Benefits:
The base salary represents BMO Financial Group's hiring range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualification for the role. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked.
Base salary is one component of BMO Financial Group's total compensation package for employees, which may include performance-based incentives, commissions or discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: www.bmousbenefits.com.
We're here to help
At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.
As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one - for yourself and our customers. We'll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we'll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.
To find out more visit us at http://jobs.bmo.com/us/en
BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other's differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. BMO is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.
Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.
Compensation and Benefits:
The base salary represents BMO Financial Group's hiring range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualification for the role. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked.
Base salary is one component of BMO Financial Group's total compensation package for employees, which may include performance-based incentives, commissions or discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: www.bmousbenefits.com.
We're here to help
At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.
As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one - for yourself and our customers. We'll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we'll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.
To find out more visit us at http://jobs.bmo.com/us/en
BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other's differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. BMO is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.
Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.