Banking Career Guide

Banking careers provide students and grads infinite opportunities to explore. Use this guide to find out more about this egg-citing industry, or to learn how to hatch a student or entry-level Banking job.

Considering a career in Banking?

Banking is a fast paced, energetic industry with many opportunities for long term career growth. Whether you’re on the front lines of a retail branch or behind the scenes in corporate Banking, working in this industry will expose you to different aspects of the business world – from the Canadian economy to the specific practices of different Banking institutions.

Key skills:

  • Problem solving
  • Analytical skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Effective communication
Average Starting Salaries: Banking
Pro Tip
"Your personal and professional growth is unique to you. Be mindful that it can take many forms including on the job learning that includes coaching and feedback and more formal approaches like instructor-led programs and professional designations."

Resources

The Reimagined Student Experience at BMO

At BMO, students can use their talents and interests to make a real impact. Surrounding yourself with a team where you can learn, grow and be recognized for the great work that you do is what BMO is all about. With operations spanning the globe, BMO is loo...
Office Hours: The RBC Career Launch Program Shares Their Insights On What It's Like To Work As An Associate

Missed the Office Hours with the RBC Career Launch Program? Read the full transcript here!
Explore The Top 4 Entry-Level Roles In Retail Banking

The banking industry has great opportunities for new grads from all backgrounds!
Average Starting Salaries: Banking 2015 Edition

How much can you expect to make when starting your career in banking?
How To: Tailor Your Resume For A Career In Investment Banking

Are you applying for an investment banking job? It might be time to fix up your resume!
Interview Prep: Top 5 Questions You Might Be Asked In A Banking Interview

Make sure you think about the answers to these questions in your next banking interview!
New Grad’s Checklist: 4 Qualities For Success In Investment Banking

Do you have the skills to work in investment banking? Find out here!
Industry Jargon: Banking Edition

Are you familiar with investment banking buzzwords? Learn more here!
A Quick Guide To One of Canada’s Most Respected Industries: Banking 101

Canada’s banking industry is one of the most highly-regarded around the globe.
Average Starting Salaries: 2014 Banking Edition

Check out salary estimates for some top entry-level positions!

Exploring The Top Banking Careers For Recent Grads

Before you hatch a career in your chosen industry, it's a good idea to research some of the entry-level roles out there.
How-To: Hatching Your Career In The Banking Industry

There are a lot of opportunities to open different doors and position yourself for career success in banking.
4 Skills For Success In The World Of Banking

These traits can ensure your continued success as a new professional in banking.
RBC Career Launch™ Program: An Opportunity For Recent Grads

Today marks the kickoff of the RBC Career Launch™ Program, a new year-long, first career experience designed for recent college and university graduates across Canada.
Career Success Requires Learning And Development To Build 21st Century Workplace Skills

A great opportunity is one that matches the values you have today and helps you nurture the skills you want to have tomorrow.
Start Your Career: 21st-Century Skills That Are Relevant In Today's Workplace

As Director of the RBC Career Launch Program at RBC, Rehana Ciriani is well aware of the challenges facing recent college and university graduates.

What's The Difference Between Commercial And Corporate Banking?

When reading up on banking, the terms “corporate" and “commercial” are thrown around often and it can be hard to know which is which.
3 Pieces Of Job Search Advice From A Commercial Account Manager

CRMBA graduate Michael Parcon offers insight for student and recent grad job hunters.

5 Advantages Of A Banking Career As A CSR

Hatching your banking career as a teller can give you a useful foundation for a career in banking.
Kaleigh's Corporate Residency Leads To A Career In Banking

Learn why Kaleigh loves banking and read her advice for students and new grads looking to pursue a career in the field.
Grow Your Own Success In The Banking Industry

Try agricultural banking: a fulfilling and valued job within Canada's banking industry.

Average Starting Salaries: Banking Edition 2013

It's always useful to know how much you can expect to earn in your chosen field.

7 Things You Didn't Know About The Canadian Banking System

Make sure you're fully equipped for your job search, interview or new position in the banking industry by studying up on these banking facts.
Who To Follow On Twitter: Financial Services And Banking Edition 2013

In a field that’s always changing and adapting to different economic climates, it’s important to keep on top of industry trends. If you're an aspiring banking professional, you need to make sure that you're set up with the right information channels to...
UTM Arts Grad Builds His Finance Career In Banking

University of Toronto Mississauga grad John Rego worked his way up to an Investment Analytics job with RBC.
My Summer Internship at a Big Bank - Here's How it Went

In the summer between my 3rd and 4th year of university (2004), I worked as an intern at one of Canada's big banks on the Stock Loan/Prime Brokerage desk. While this is intended to give you a flavour of what you can expect, I by no means think that my expe...