Software Engineer Co-op/Internship – Fall 2026

Role Overview

• Provide analytical and programming support for the development of new applications, and enhancement of existing custom, hosted, and packaged applications
• Perform day to day resolution tasks for problems that arise on complex systems on a variety of platforms
• Research complicated problems; works with business representatives in defining design specifications and technical solutions, providing appropriate systems and/or business solutions
• Present system solutions to clients, both verbally and by means of documentation to gain consensus for application enhancements and problem fixes
• Translate user requirements into technical specifications
• Identify system inadequacies and efficiencies and recommends improvements
• Engage with vendors to address operational needs
• Participate in the change control processes for software releases and application upgrades
• Assist in the progression of systems changes through the application environments ensuring proper testing and approvals
• Documents changes to procedures, applications, and data stores using standard tools and templates
• Conduct business analysis sessions with clients – translates business needs into technical specifications employing workflow diagrams, data analysis and joint application reviews
• Develop support documentation such as operational support model and technical user guides
• Maintain support documentation and content into the application Jira and Confluence space repository
• Participate in Kanban/Scrum to coordinate user stories and tasks in support of Product Owners
• Provide or arrange training on new procedures and applications functionality
• Support the team members in daily operational tasks and special projects or assignments

Requirements

• University-level knowledge of related courses (e.g., computer science)
• Analytical, problem solving and design experience, and expertise in the use of programming tools and techniques
• Technical writing skills
• Familiar with source control tools (e.g. Git)
• Familiar with creating workflow diagrams and flowchart processes
• Ability to use Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook
• Experience supporting third-party products and hosted solutions is an asset
• Familiar with Agile methodologies and processes is an asset
• Knowledge of finance and capital markets is desirable
• Team player who has the drive to continue learning, excel, and grow in a team-oriented and dynamic environment
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Exhibit a high level of professionalism and excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong relationship-building and customer service abilities, proactive, results-oriented and resourceful
• Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy, excellent product quality and attention to detail
• Exhibit dedication to hard work, commitment to the highest ethical standards, and an eagerness to learn

Benefits

• Excellent career development and training provided by experienced IT professionals to help build current industry skills
• Work with a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment
• The development of real-world skills at one of the largest institutional investors in Canada
• Exposure to some of the most talented, approachable, and inspiring people in the industry
• The ability to opt-in for access to Dialogue, a user-friendly app that offers virtual primary care, employee and family services, and mental health supports
• Time to connect with co-op students & interns at BCI – build your network and shared learning
• BCI investment professionals lead a monthly Investment Club to share industry knowledge with employees who work in other departments
• 2 paid days per year for volunteering