Strategy and Operations Support Student

At ATB, we exist to make it possible for our clients, team members and communities. Our purpose is more than aspirational. It's a real commitment we live every day through our values (what we call the ATB ID).

Life at ATB is about more than work. In fact, we’re consistently recognized as one of Canada's top employers thanks to our high-care, high-performance culture, upheld by the three commitments we make to our team members:

• Impact in action: No matter where you are in the organization, you're empowered to make an impact in the lives of our clients and communities.
• Thrive together: We want you—the unique, authentic you—to feel safe and celebrated at work. We're on a continuous journey to build the most flexible and inclusive programs.
• Ready for tomorrow: We want to enable your success through interesting and challenging work, performance enablement, and learning and development.

About the role

ATB 101 is a student work experience and engagement program. Our ATB 101 students play an integral role in the success of our business. As an ATB 101 student, you will have a unique opportunity to contribute to ATB through challenging, meaningful and diverse opportunities and make a positive impact for our clients and each other. Oh… and we promise you’ll have a lot of fun doing it!

ATB is more than just a bank and ATB 101 is more than just a student job.

Do you want to have an opportunity to work with customers, businesses, and industries that drive Alberta’s economy? Do you have a desire to understand the very core of our business and be part of the evolution of serving our customers? If so, ATB might be right for you.
Please see below to learn more about this great summer opportunity.

As ATB’s next Strategy & Research Student with People Places & Spaces (PP&S), you will report directly to the Director of Strategy. Your responsibilities will include supporting the development and analysis of long-term portfolio-based strategies. You will act as a market intelligence resource, monitoring industry trends, conducting benchmarking, and analyzing internal and external environments to identify opportunities and inform best practices. Your responsibilities will extend to supporting the day-to-day operations of our real estate & leasing team.

PP&S is ATB’s real estate and facilities business unit and leads: real estate strategy, workplace optimization & experience, spatial design, construction, project management, leasing & subleasing management, facilities management & maintenance, asset management, facilities operations, occupational health & safety, and physical security. PP&S oversees ATB’s 1.5 million square feet of space and the team is deeply connected to transforming banking through ATB’s client-facing locations and leading the way with corporate workplace transformation, both of which bring ATB’s mandate to life and make it possible for Albertans.

Accountabilities

• Support the development and analysis of long-term portfolio-based strategies.
• Act as a market intelligence resource, monitoring industry trends, conducting benchmarking, and analyzing internal and external environments to identify opportunities and inform best practices.
• Track and assess performance metrics, actively participating in the establishment and refinement of key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and impact of long-term portfolio-based strategies.
• Support the day-to-day operations of the real estate & leasing team.
• Provide day-to-day support that may include the drafting of presentation materials, ensuring clarity and alignment with overarching portfolio-based strategies.

Skills, experience & requirements

Requirements for ATB 101:

• Enrollment in or pursuing studies in business, real estate, engineering, architecture, or law.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills, time management and priority management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Technical skills, including G-Suite, and experience learning and adapting to new technologies and software.

Don’t meet all the requirements on the list?
A resume only goes so far in expressing who you are and the unique perspectives you bring. If you believe your skills and experience align with the role—but you might not check all the boxes—we want to hear from you. We encourage candidates from all work backgrounds, equity-seeking communities, and experience levels to apply. If you’re seeking a career where your drive, perspective, and growth are celebrated, we want to hear from you.

We’re dedicated to building a workforce reflective of those within our communities, and a culture where our team members are equipped with what they need to succeed—their way. Part of creating an inclusive workplace is recognizing our role in advancing Truth and Reconciliation. We are committed to meeting and exceeding the standards set out in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations program created by the Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business.

What happens next?
If you are shortlisted, you’ll hear from us after the posting closes. Check out our How We Hire page to learn more about our hiring process. If you need any accommodations throughout this process, please let us know at [email protected]

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