Student, Economics & Investment Research

Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo)

Student in Economics & Investment Research delivering best-in-class quantitative economic and investment research tools. Join AIMCo’s team to support client investment goals and provide macroeconomic insights.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeEdmonton • 🇨🇦 CanadaEntry LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical capabilities in macroeconomic and financial data analysis, with proficiency in R or Python for statistical modeling and investment research. Effective communication and collaboration skills are essential for delivering insights and educational materials to clients and investment teams.

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R ProgrammingPython ProgrammingStatistical ModelingMachine LearningInvestment Management

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisStatistical MethodsEconometricsOptimization MethodsFinancial Analysis

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft Outlook

Industry Keywords

Macroeconomic ResearchPortfolio ManagementInvestment ResearchRisk ManagementClient Investment Strategy

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct research based on macroeconomic and financial data analysis in support of client advice and portfolio management
Assisting in gathering data and statistical modelling of investment research projects
Working collaboratively with departments such as Multi-Asset Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Client Investment Strategy and various investment teams to provide effective debate to findings and to explore creative solutions to unique portfolio management challenges
Preparing written materials and presentations for the effective delivery and communication of investment research to clients, investment teams and to provide education and transparency into the Economics & Investment Research function
Participate in the team’s focus on building LLM-based prompting strategies, pipelines and agentic workflows

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s, master’s degree or PhD in a quantitative field (Mathematics, Economics, Actuarial Science, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science or related)
Experience with software programming language (R or Python) and proficiency with Microsoft Applications (Excel, Word, Outlook) is required
Experience with building LLM-based processes and infrastructure is an asset
Knowledge of statistical/econometrics, machine learning and optimization methods is an asset
Exceptional attention to detail, and an ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure to meet deadlines
Effective analytical, organization, time management and communication skills
Investment management or finance exposure would be considered an asset.
Demonstrates a commitment to AIMCo’s core values of excellence, transparency, humility, integrity and collaboration, and inspires the same in others.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Inclusive, modern workplace
Well-being is prioritized
Opportunities to introduce yourself to recruiters