2027 Capital Markets, Global Equities, AI Engineer (16 Months, Co-op)

Job Description

RBC Capital Markets is seeking highly skilled and motivated individuals to join our Algo Research team as AI Engineers. Our team is at the forefront of leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning to develop innovative trade execution algorithms and advanced analytics solutions. This role presents a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research and development in quantitative finance, working alongside top-tier professionals in a dynamic and collaborative environment. We are particularly interested in candidates with strong technical expertise, a passion for data-driven problem-solving, and the ability to apply advanced AI techniques to real-world problems. Experience in finance is not required. This internship position is 16 months in duration, from May 2027 to August 2028. Students are expected to return to school following the completion of the internship.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking candidates who demonstrate the following qualifications and attributes: Software Engineering & Programming: Expertise in Python, and knowledge of databases, scripting, Unix systems, data structures, and networking. Applied Machine Learning: Proficiency in ML techniques (e.g. Feature Engineering, Loss Function Design, Deep learning, Reinforcement Learning) and tools (e.g. PyTorch, Scikit-learn, MLflow). Data Science: Experience working with large datasets to extract insights and create visualizations using libraries like NumPy, Pandas, Seaborn, and Streamlit Probability & Statistics: Strong understanding of probability concepts and statistical methods. Communication: Skilled in conveying quantitative concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Employ advanced machine learning techniques to address complex trading related problems. Develop and optimize AI-driven trading algorithms/strategies and incorporate them into client-facing applications. Collaborate with traders, researchers, and subject matter experts to concep