Research Intern – Equities & Fixed Income Rotation

Research Intern – Equities & Fixed Income Rotation

Established in 1982, Leith Wheeler Investment Counsel Ltd. is an independent, employee-owned, Vancouver-based investment counsel managing over $35 billion of assets on behalf of pension, foundation, corporate and individual clients across Canada. We employ a fundamental, value-oriented investment philosophy.

We are seeking two inspired, entrepreneurial, independent-thinking team members interested in a summer internship between their 3rd and 4th year of study. You will have the opportunity to build a greater understanding of capital markets and the investment management process by rotating through two groups within Leith Wheeler: Equities and Fixed income. In addition, you will also gain exposure to corporate management teams and sell-side brokers and analysts.

Position Type: Full-time paid Summer Internship from May-Aug 2027 @ $52,000 per annum.

Job Description:

• Fundamental investment analysis (Canadian Equities, US Equities, High Yield and Fixed Income)


• Creating and maintaining detailed financial models and industry databases


• Preparing internal research reports


• Building and contributing to client reports and presentations


• Preparing for and attending corporate management meetings

What We Offer:

• Hands-On Learning: Direct involvement in equity and fixed income research projects, including building financial models, analyzing market data, and supporting investment recommendations.


• Rotational Exposure: Opportunity to rotate across both the Fixed Income and Equities teams, gaining a broad perspective on different asset classes and investment approaches.


• Mentorship & Guidance: Work closely with experienced investment professionals who will provide feedback, coaching, and insights into real-world portfolio management and research.


• Professional Development: Exposure to the full research process, from idea generation to execution, while sharpening analytical, technical, and communication skills.


• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic, collegial team culture that values curiosity, teamwork, and initiative.


• Career Foundation: A valuable experience for students aspiring to pursue careers in investment management, capital markets, or financial analysis.

Job Qualifications:

• Passion for value-investing and the capital markets


• Solid financial modeling and analytical abilities


• Demonstrated experience with MS Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word


• Ability to manage multiple tasks


• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment