BMO Career Centre

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

Students and Recent Graduates

At BMO Financial Group^®, 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 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 BMO^®. Explore the sections below to find out more about:

What makes BMO a great place for students and recent graduates?
What is BMO 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 BMO offer?
What scholarships does BMO offer?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

You can also check out other sections of our Careers site to learn about our Business Groups, whether BMO is right for you, what BMO 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 BMO a great place for students and recent graduates?

There are a number of reasons why working with BMO 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 grow in a company that will provide you with the training to turn your first job into a fulfilling career?
Want to network with a diverse group of employees and customers?
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 BMO. You’ll also find supportive managers and coworkers who will help you learn the ropes and reach your potential faster. For students and recent grads, BMO offers an environment where you can thrive.

What is BMO 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 BMO 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
A strong communicator (both written and oral)
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 business.

	Personal & Commercial Banking	BMO Capital Markets^®†	Private Client Group	Technology & Operations	Corporate Areas
Accounting (CA, CMA, CGA, CPA, CFA)	Multiple areas	Multiple areas	Multiple areas	Multiple areas (e.g. Corporate Real Estate; Procurement & Strategic Sourcing)	Multiple areas (e.g. Finance; Corporate Audit)
Applied Sciences				Multiple areas (e.g. Corporate Technology Development)
B.A. / B.Sc. or equivalent	Multiple areas	Multiple areas	Multiple areas	Multiple areas	Multiple areas
B.Comm.	Multiple areas	Multiple areas	Multiple areas	Multiple areas	Multiple areas
Computer Science, Computer Engineering				Multiple areas (e.g. Corporate Technology Development)
Canadian Securities Course (CSC)	Multiple areas	Multiple areas	Multiple areas
Economics	Multiple areas	Multiple areas
Engineering		Multiple areas		Multiple areas	Enterprise Risk and Portfolio Management
Finance	Multiple areas	Multiple areas	Multiple areas	Multiple areas	Multiple areas
Human Resources (e.g. CHRP)	Headquarters		Multiple areas	Technology & Operations Shared Services - Human Resources	Human Resources
Law (LLB)					Multiple areas
Mathematics	Headquarters	Multiple areas		Multiple areas	Enterprise Risk and Portfolio Management
MBA	Multiple areas	Multiple areas	Multiple areas	Multiple areas	Multiple Areas (e.g. Office of Strategic Management; Financial Strategy Group)
Mutual Fund License (MFDA)	Multiple areas		Multiple areas
Physics					Enterprise Risk and Portfolio Management
Project Management (PMP)	Headquarters			Multiple areas

What formal internship and intake programs does BMO offer?

Bank-Wide Student Training Program

This program was established in 2005 and was awarded the Recruiting & Staffing Best in Class (RASBIC) award for the Most Innovative Recruiting and Staffing Program/Initiative. The Bank-wide Student Training 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.

Please note: applications for the 2008 Bank-Wide Student Training Program are now closed.

Intake Programs for People with Disabilities

Please visit our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion page for information about our intake programs for people with disabilities.

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.

What scholarships does BMO offer?

BMO National Scholarship Program

In 1996, BMO Financial Group partnered with the Province of Ontario and the University of Toronto to offer a scholarship program open to all high school students across Canada, through their school’s guidance department. The result of this initiative was the BMO National Scholarship Program at the University of Toronto, awarding an average of 8 prestigious scholarships every year.

Aboriginal Scholarships

Please visit our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion page for information about our Aboriginal Scholarship Program.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What are some typical new grad roles?
A: Customer Service Representative, Direct Banking Manager, Financial Analyst, Project Co-ordinator, Human Resources Co-ordinator

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 behavioural based interviews and questions are encouraged. We are committed to providing accommodations for any special needs identified for the interview process.

Q: Where can I learn about BMO Bank of Montreal’s Student Banking services?
A: Click here to visit our Student Banking site.

Q: How do I apply for a job opportunity at BMO?
A: Visit our job search page. You can register your information into the system, or you can browse the 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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