Student, Portfolio Construction (Fall 2026, 4… at Omers · Toronto

Student, Portfolio Construction (Fall 2026, 4 Months) Location: Toronto, Ontario Choose a workplace that empowers your impact. Join a global workplace where employees thrive. One that embraces diversity of thought, expertise and experience. A place where you can personalize your employee journey to be — and deliver — your best. We are a purpose-driven, dynamic and sustainable pension plan. An industry leading global investor with teams in Toronto to London, New York, Singapore, Sydney and other major cities across North America and Europe. We embody the values of our 665,000 members, placing their best interests at the heart of everything we do. Join us to accelerate your growth & development, prioritize wellness, build connections, and support the communities where we live and work. Don’t just work anywhere — come build tomorrow together with us. Know someone at OMERS or Oxford Properties? Great! If you're referred, have them submit your name through Workday first. Then, watch for a unique link in your email to apply. Under the leadership of the Chief Investment Officer, the Total Portfolio Management Group provides a holistic lens across the OMERS investment portfolio, with responsibility for asset allocation, currency, liquidity management and economic research at the total portfolio level. The Total Portfolio Management group works closely with the broader investment teams and partners to integrate best-in-class thinking across OMERS to support balance sheet growth. As a member of the Portfolio Construction group, the student will contribute to the team’s mission of improving OMERS’ ability to meet its pension promise by supporting better, more informed investment decisions regarding regional exposures, asset classes, sectors and other characteristics at a total portfolio level.  You will contribute in a variety of ways to TPM strategies, methodologies, and decisions, which will impact numerous aspects of the Plan investment portfolio. As a member of this team, you will be responsible for: Creating clear, concise presentations that communicate ideas in a simple, visually appealing way Working with team members to provide analysis related to overall portfolio construction, liquidity, and foreign currency management Enhancing and supporting automation, data management, visualization, and analytics to improve the group’s tool set and reporting Support web development and/or database-linked tools to improve dynamic modeling of Plan metrics and investment scenarios Apply quantitative methods and/or fundamental research to generate portfolio and market insights Ad-hoc projects and research as required To succeed in this role, you bring: Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Finance, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field Industry interest in investments or capital markets Strong analytical skills with some exposure to programming (python, SQL and working with large data sets) would be considered an asset Good understanding of Microsoft Office (specifically Excel and PowerPoint) and Bloomberg Experience articulating complex analysis into simple language for senior leaders A passion for discussing, debating, and implementing investment strategies Ability to contribute to and foster a collegial and creative team culture Intellectual curiosity and a firm commitment to continually learn Drive, self-motivation, and the ability to take initiative A high attention to detail that complements your ability to see the big picture Humility and self-awareness, you value feedback, and invite and integrate different perspectives The ability to prioritize competing tasks while delivering high-quality products within deadlines Experience producing clear, logical, and convincing arguments and explaining complex ideas simply What’s In It for You: The opportunity to develop and grow your investment expertise while being a part of an engaged team of investors committed to meeting the pension promise Ongoing learning, mentorship, and networking opportunities Collaboration with colleagues and leaders who offer diverse experiences and expertise in a supportive environment The opportunity to be part of the student community at OMERS & Oxford An orientation program to set you up for success during your work term Networking and educational session with different leaders across the business IMPORTANT: Application Instructions: To ensure your application is submitted to our applicant tracking system accurately, please follow the instructions below. Please include all required documents (Resume, Cover Letter, Unofficial Transcript, etc.) in one combined file. Your application may be submitted in PDF of Microsoft Word format. This posting is for an existing vacancy. The expected salary range for this position is $66,300.00 - $87,750.00 per year, prorated based on the term of the contract. You may also be eligible to receive an annual Incentive Award pursuant to our Short-term Incentive plan and our Long-Term Incentive plan (if applicable), and to participate in our group benefits and retirement plans – details on these elements of compensation are included within OMERS & Oxford offer letters. As one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans, our people-first culture is at its best when our workforce reflects the communities where we live and work — and the members we proudly serve. From hire to retire, we are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process that extends all the way through your employee experience. This sense of belonging and connection is cultivated up, down and across our global organization thanks to our vast network of Employee Resource Groups with executive leader sponsorship, our Purpose@Work committee and employee recognition programs. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools are used to support certain stages of the OMERS recruitment process. While AI assists us in our process, human judgment and decision-making remain central to our candidate experience.