Harris Career Center

At Harris, we know that you have a lot to offer

Students and Recent Graduates

At Harris^®, we know that as a student or recent graduate you have a lot to offer. Whether you’re looking for summer work to support your education or that first job to launch your career, you’re ready to put your education to work with hands-on experience in a company that recognizes your potential and values your contribution. But with so many options open to you, it can be hard to know where to start or how to find your “fit”.

To make things a little easier, we’ve provided some resources and tools to help you see where you might fit at Harris. Explore the sections below to find out more about:

What makes Harris a great place for students and recent graduates?
What is Harris looking for when hiring students and recent graduates?
What kinds of opportunities are open to me based on my degree/education?
What formal internship and intake programs does Harris offer?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

You can also check out other sections of our Careers site to learn about our Business Groups, whether Harris is right for you, what Harris is doing in the community, our commitment to learning, awards and recognition we’ve received, and our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

What makes Harris a great place for students and recent graduates?

There are a number of reasons why working with Harris may just be the next – or the first – great step in your career. Do you…

Want to experience challenging and interesting work from the perspective of an industry leader?
Want to learn and develop in a company that provides its employees with access to a variety of growth opportunities?
Want to network with a diverse group of employees and customers in an open and supportive workplace?
Want to work for a company that is committed to diversity and inclusion?
Want to make a meaningful contribution as part of a company with a long history of supporting the communities in which we live and work?
Want to be rewarded with competitive compensation and benefits that match your lifestyle?

As a student or recent graduate, you’ll find this and more at Harris. You’ll also find managers and coworkers who are committed to coaching, guidance and collaboration, to help you learn the ropes and turn your potential into performance. For students and recent grads, Harris offers an environment where you can thrive.

What is Harris looking for when hiring students and recent graduates?

Just like you have attributes you’re looking for when considering an employer, we have attributes we’re looking for when we hire new employees. You can learn more about these attributes, including our corporate values, on our Is Harris Right for You? page.

As a student or new grad in the early stages of your career, here are some additional things that we think really set apart a high performer:

Always willing to learn new things not just about your role, but also about the organization and the industry
Always looking for opportunities to go above and beyond what is required
An effective communicator
A demonstrated passion for learning and excitement about your career
Confidence to be yourself and bring forward your unique personality and ideas
A team player with strong leadership skills
A customer/client focus, with a commitment to excellent service

Remember, both your extracurricular experiences and your work experiences can be good ways to demonstrate that you fit this profile.

What kinds of opportunities are open to me based on my degree/education?

This is not an exhaustive list, but it will give you an idea of what kinds of educational backgrounds are common in the various parts of our company.

	Personal & Commercial Banking	Private Client Group	Technology & Operations	Corporate Areas
Accounting (CA, CMA, CGA, CPA, CFA)	Multiple Areas	Multiple areas	Multiple Areas	Multiple areas (e.g. Finance; Corporate Audit)
Applied Sciences			Multiple Areas
B.A. / B.Sc. or equivalent	Multiple areas	Multiple Areas	Multiple areas	Multiple areas
B.Comm.	Multiple areas	Multiple areas	Multiple areas	Multiple areas
Computer Science, Computer Engineering			Multiple Areas
Engineering			Multiple Areas	Enterprise Risk and Portfolio Management
Finance	Multiple Areas	Multiple Areas	Multiple Areas	Multiple areas
Human Resources (e.g. PHR, SPHR)		Multiple Areas	Technology & Operations Shared Services – Human Resources	Human Resources
Law (JD)				Multiple areas
Mathematics			Multiple Areas	Enterprise Risk and Portfolio Management
MBA	Multiple areas	Multiple Areas	Multiple areas	Multiple Areas (e.g. Office of Strategic Management; Financial Strategy Group)
Mutual Fund License (MFDA)		Multiple areas
Physics				Enterprise Risk and Portfolio Management
Project Management (PMP)			Multiple areas

What formal internship and intake programs does Harris offer?

BMO/Harris Student Internship Program

This program was established in 2005 and was awarded the Recruiting & Staffing Best in Class award for the Most Innovative Recruiting and Staffing Program/Initiative. The BMO/Harris Student Internship Program is a formal summer program designed for postsecondary students who are interested in a career in Financial Services. This program is designed to provide students with a dynamic working environment as well as networking and career growth opportunities. To be eligible you must be returning to school in September.
Click here to see the 2010 application instructions.

Business Banking Development Program – for full time roles

We know that business banking is a relationship business. Harris’ focus on people and the culture we’ve built sets us apart among financial institutions. To fuel that culture and our continued success, we’ve created a program to train and develop business bankers. It is an intense, highly personal experience. After 12 months of classroom instruction, mentoring, peer learning and hands-on experience, graduates have the skills and a clear view of what it takes to succeed as a Relationship Manager. As you make one of the most important decisions of your professional life, take a glimpse at how the Harris training program has formed the careers of three Harris Business Bankers – you can read their stories and learn more about the program by viewing our program brochure.
Recruitment for the Business Banking Development takes place on college campuses during the fall. Please check with your career centre to find out if we’ll be visiting your school.

Want to know more? We have additional intake and training opportunities that are not specific to students and recent graduates. You can see examples of these programs by visiting our Business Group pages. You can also visit our job search page to search our database of current vacancies.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What are some typical new grad roles?
A: Teller, Personal Banker, Analyst, Coordinator

Q: How is the interview process structured?
A: Typically, the first round of interviews will be held over the phone. Your second interview would be a face-to-face interview. We conduct behavioral based interviews and questions are encouraged. We are committed to providing accommodations for any special needs identified for the interview process.

Q: How do I apply for a job opportunity at Harris?
A: Visit our job search page. You can create a profile, or you can browse the current available roles by clicking “Visit as a guest.” You can then search for roles by clicking on “show all jobs,” “keyword search” or “detailed search.” The search function will also allow you to specify location(s) you are interested in.

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