Velocity - Software Engineer Internship/Co-Op - Winter 2027

Job summary

You will work with a squad to deliver clean, effective software solutions and produce prototypes to illustrate concepts. Additionally, you will implement best software development practices and contribute to a positive team culture.

Job details

Requisition ID: 273044 Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture. Velocity - Software Engineer Internship/Co-Op – Winter 2027 Term: January 2027 – April 2027 Work Hours/Week: 37.5 Application Deadline: October 02, 2026 Ready to Start your Journey with Scotiabank? Apply Now! For students applying to our internship/co-op or new graduate programs, we do not require resumes! We believe in evaluating you through relationships over resumes and are eager to learn about you, your interests, and your potential. There's no better way to kickstart your career than to do a co-op or internship with Scotiabank! During your work term, you’ll have the opportunity to be part of a winning team, build your network, and discover what you love – all while getting paid to do it! There’s a place for every type of student at Scotiabank and all that we ask for is that you have passion and strong AOO (Attitude, Ownership and Opportunity). The Velocity Program is not your average internship or co-op! This is a customized experience that focuses on providing you with the development and tools you need to grow your career. After successfully completing a co-op or internship with top performance, we will work with you to establish your future placements. As a result, you will get to learn, grow, and experiment within different areas of both Scotiabank and Tangerine! Is this role right for you? In this role, you will: Work with a squad of go-getters to deliver clean and effective solutions. Produce workable prototypes to illustrate concepts iteratively and be able to provide detailed specifications for use by the other team members. Deliver high quality implementations by practicing best software development practices. Be a culture champion is pivotal in driving culture change at all levels. Experiment & learn! Do you have the skills and requirements that will enable you to succeed in this role? – We’d love to work with you if: You are currently enrolled in post-secondary education. You love to learn and envision yourself working for an international organization that heavily invests in your future. You enjoy being involved in extracurricular activities such as conferences, clubs, and hackathons. You have knowledge/experience in: Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Database knowledge (Postgres, Oracle, SQL Server, etc.) Programming Languages (Java, JavaScript, React, C, C++, etc.) Development tools (Jenkins, Maven, Artifactory, etc.) Agile Methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, XP. etc.) What’s in it for you? You’ll be part of a diverse, collaborative, innovative, and high-performing team. In-depth training to prepare you for the role, as well as ongoing coaching and feedback to help you succeed! Exclusive student events such as Scotia Student Day, Lunch & Learns, leadership panels, and much more! Bank-wide orientation to learn more about Scotiabank and gain exposure to senior leadership across the organization. Please follow the steps below to successfully apply: Step 1: Complete your PLUM Profile here and save as a screenshot. Step 2: Complete a short one-way video interview here. Step 3: Complete a coding test through Codility to showcase your technical skills by solving job-related problems. Please make sure to have this Codility test completed prior to applying through our career site. When you're ready, click here to begin the assessment. Step 4: Once you have completed your Plum Profile, one-way video interview and Codility test, apply to the role on our website. Reminder: when the application asks for your resume, instead upload the screenshot of your PLUM Profile! Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets. At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here. Candidates must apply directly online to be considered for this role. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

You will work with a squad to deliver clean, effective software solutions and produce prototypes to illustrate concepts. Additionally, you will implement best software development practices and contribute to a positive team culture.

Requirements

Candidates must be currently enrolled in post-secondary education and possess a passion for learning and technology. Experience or knowledge in SDLC, databases, programming languages, and agile methodologies is required.

Benefits

• In-depth training • Ongoing coaching and feedback • Exclusive student events • Bank-wide orientation • Networking opportunities

Listed skills

• PostgreSQL · Preferred
• React · Preferred
• Scrum · Preferred
• JavaScript · Preferred
• Oracle · Preferred
• Kanban · Preferred
• Java · Preferred
• C++ · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Software Development Life Cycle
• Java
• JavaScript
• React
• C
• C++
• Postgres
• Oracle
• SQL Server
• Jenkins
• Maven
• Artifactory
• Agile Methodologies
• Scrum
• Kanban
• XP
• Organizational Culture Change
• Private Banking
• Willingness To Learn
• Programming Languages
• C (Programming Language)
• JavaScript (Programming Language)
• Agile Methodology
• Software Development
• American Sign Language (ASL)
• Commercial Banking
• C++ (Programming Language)
• Capital Markets
• Programming Tools
• Document Formatting
• Experimentation
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Investment Banking
• PostgreSQL
• Apache Maven
• Oracle SQL Developer
• Wealth Management
• Scrum (Software Development)
• Systems Development Life Cycle
• Coaching
• Software Engineering
• React.js (Javascript Library)

Job areas

• Software
• Technology
• Finance & Accounting
• Engineering
• Software Engineering Intern
• Software Developer / Engineer
• Software Developers