SUMMER STUDENT 2026 - LEGAL AFFAIRS
BDC
We are banking at another level.
Choosing BDC as your employer means working in a healthy, inclusive, and skilled workplace that puts forward the best conditions to bring together unique teams where employees are empowered to act. It also means being at the centre of ambitious economic and financial projects to see further and to do things differently, to fuel the success of Canadian entrepreneurs.
Choosing BDC as your employer also means:
Flexible and competitive benefits, including an Employee Savings and Investment Plan where BDC matches part of your voluntary contributions, a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, a $750 wellness and health care spending account, to name a few
In addition to paid vacation each year, five personal days, sick days as necessary, and our offices are closed from December 25 to January 1
A hybrid work model that truly balances work and personal life
Opportunities for learning, training and development, and much more...
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BDC WANTS TO MEET YOU!
We are the only bank dedicated exclusively to the development of Canadian businesses. Our mission is to promote the growth of the Canadian economy by supporting small and medium-sized businesses—with a human touch and an authentic presence.
We are also committed to fostering diversity and inclusion by recognizing the unique challenges entrepreneurs may face in accessing resources and navigating barriers. That’s why we offer tailored financing solutions and support to help businesses of all backgrounds—including Indigenous entrepreneurs, Black entrepreneurs, women entrepreneurs, and more—grow and seize opportunities.
This role is temporary from May to August 2026.
POSITION OVERVIEW
As a student you will be supporting the Legal Affairs team in a variety of tasks, including:
Collaborate with various legal team members on diverse projects.
Assist in organizing and maintaining corporate records.
Conduct legal research and provide insights on various questions.
Support the team in reviewing legal documents.
Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions.
Perform other legal administrative tasks as required.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage priorities.
Excellent written and oral communication.
Collaborative spirit and strong interpersonal skills.
Autonomy, initiative and attention to details.
Completed at least one year of post-secondary studies in a relevant field (e.g. Law) and be enrolled full-time in a program for the fall 2026 semester.
Bilingualism in English and French is an asset but not mandatory.
**As part of the hiring process, we conduct background checks (credit, criminal, educational, international security) that must meet our internal guidelines.
*Please note that temporary employees are not eligible for benefits.
Proudly one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, inclusive and accessible environment where all employees can thrive and feel empowered to bring their whole selves to work. If you require an accommodation to complete your application, please do not hesitate to contact us at accessibility@bdc.ca.
While we appreciate all applications, we advise that only the candidates selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.
