On our international Accounting and Finance Internship Program, gain a competitive edge with practical experience in Canada’s global financial cities.
In today’s globalized economy, an international finance internship is critical to launching a career in investment banking, accounting and finance. Stepwest’s Accounting and Finance Internship Program is aimed at international students who are currently working to achieve a qualification in accounting and finance.
An international finance internship in Canada will enable you to apply your skills in an international setting, build a solid global network and learn how to succeed in the global financial system. Better yet, our internship placements will give you international work experience in finance, auditing, research, tax reporting, accounting, budgeting, sales, data analytics plus a whole lot more!
We offer guaranteed accounting and finance internships in a multitude of fields in Canada’s leading global cities: Toronto and Vancouver.
We work with some of Canada’s most dynamic companies that regularly host interns and will be able to give you the best possible insight into the daily operations of a North American firm. When you join our program, we’ll discover your experience and career goals, then we’ll match you with the perfect finance internship in Canada – it’s our guarantee!
There are multiple types of internships available for finance students. Whether you're dead set on a career in investment banking, want to try your hand in corporate finance, or are unsure what industry you want to pursue, we’ll find the internship that best matches your goals. We work with host companies in Vancouver and Toronto, both of which have thriving economies.
As accounting is one of the most important components to any operational business, there is always a great diversity in the career paths that are available to current students and international interns. Therefore, we have partnered with host companies who are involved in a wide variety of sectors, which will enable you to learn about multiple facets of the accounting industry.
Canada is a multicultural nation, meaning you will gain invaluable experience working with industry professionals from across the world. Plus, working in the North American market will make you stand out from the crowd in a highly competitive global job market as you will be able to demonstrate your adaptability to international financial firms and markets.
From step-by-step guidance on your internship visa application to resume revisions and interview preparation; pre-departure orientation to ongoing monitoring throughout your international finance internship – we’ve got your back.
1 - 6 months
C$1,290
One of the most multicultural cities in the world, Toronto is also Canada’s financial hub with internship opportunities across a huge array of departments, firms and organizations. Plus, you’ll get to network with industry professionals from across the world.
1 - 6 months
C$1,290
Home to a diverse, progressive population, Vancouver’s economy is thriving. A finance internship in Vancouver gives interns the opportunity to gain valuable professional experience in the financial departments of a multitude of key industries.
1 - 6 months
C$1,290
In our Summer Finance Internships Program, you’ll get stuck in on a variety of projects from the get-go. You will work alongside professionals and learn from their experience while applying your academic knowledge in real-world situations – all while getting to experience living in Canada!
Want to learn more about our international finance internships? Check out our FAQs below or fill in the form and one of our team will be in touch to answer all of your questions!
The majority of CGA (Certified General Accounting) firms, tax firms, government agencies and internal accounting departments in Canada look for candidates with a BA or MBA in finance or accounting, as well as professional experience in the finance industry. Therefore, it has become vitally important to gain hands-on practical work experience before advancing into full-time employment.
In order to get an accounting or finance internship in Canada, you must be registered as a student in business, finance or related studies back home in one of the IEC countries that has an agreement with Canada. Next, your host employer has to take mandatory steps for you to apply for an international co-op visa, which includes paying a fee to the Government of Canada. Our host employers are aware of the process and are willing to support you through these steps to receive your visa. We cover this in more detail in our guide on Applying for the Canada International Co-op Visa.
Yes. We make sure your finance internship aligns with your university or vocational school requirements. This includes the internship agreement between your academic institution and your host company, as well as the report at the end of your internship, plus a whole lot more.
Our accounting internship placements allow you to engage in multiple real-world situations and put your theoretical studies to practical use. Once you add this professional experience in accounting to your resume you will be able to focus more directly on what direction to take your career. Whether it’s becoming a Chartered Accountant or working as a Tax Return Specialist, this internship in Canada will give you an insight that will truly help you decide.
Some of the skills you will learn:
We work with some of Canada’s most dynamic companies who regularly host interns and will be able to give you the best possible insight into the daily operations of a North American firm. Work in cities such as Vancouver and Toronto, both of which are amazing host cities for a Canadian internship in the accounting sector due to their thriving economies.You’ll gain professional experience in finance, auditing, research, tax reporting, accounting, budgeting, plus a whole lot more.
If you have experience with accounting computer software and accounts payable/receivable then accounting and finance internships are a great way to develop these skills within a professional environment. Not only do host companies look for candidates with the above-mentioned attributes but they also look preferably towards candidates who have experience in an international setting.
Possible career options include: