Job Description

We are looking for a dynamic Intern Analyst to join both the GLOBAL PUBLIC AFFAIRS and CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS team in CPP Investments’ PUBLIC AFFAIRS AND COMMUNICATIONS (“PAC”) Department in the NEW YORK OFFICE.

FINANCIAL AND INVESTMENT COMMUNICATIONS:

• Our financial communications activities demonstrate our commitment to public accountability through open and transparent disclosure, similar to that of a public company. We disclose financial results of the CPP Fund on a quarterly basis, within 45 days after the end of the three-month period, and report our fiscal year results, ending March 31, through a detailed Annual Report and other year-end activities targeted to key stakeholders.
• Our investment-related disclosure serves to further enhance CPP Investments’ reputation and demonstrate our commitment to transparency. We partner closely with deal teams across the organization to develop robust communications plans and disclosure materials.

GLOBAL PUBLIC AFFAIRS:

• Our mission is to maintain CPP Investments’ license to operate from stewards, as well as the access to every market in which the organization invests or seeks to invest.
• This is done by fostering a deep understanding of the organization with policymakers in Canada and globally, as well as stakeholders, such that they have utmost confidence in its management and strategies.
• This work protects and enhances the organization’s reputation, supports its ability to continue to operate independently on behalf of 20 million Canadians, and preserves the valuable option of investing in a wide variety of markets.

MEDIA RELATIONS:

• The Media Relations team is focused on building and deepening relationships with key media globally. The Media Relations team assesses and manages hundreds of inbound media requests from all over the world annually. We pursue the high impact opportunities, instances where we believe participation could bolster CPP Investments’ brand and further business goals, protect our reputation, and also work constructively with media.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Contribute research and analysis for investment risk assessment documents, with a focus on reputation, political and regulatory risk.
• Participate in planning and execution of enterprise-wide communication programs, including support for external announcements and events.
• Producing high quality research and analysis on miscellaneous political, policy, legislative and regulatory developments, contextualized from a business perspective.
• Tracking, producing research on, and developing frameworks for political developments and policy outcomes in the United States at a federal and state level of strategic importance to Fund investments.
• Support team efforts on media pitches, transaction press releases, journalist/outlet research, and organizational tasks. 
• Help develop and execute engaging content, with a focus on highlighting investment industry insights.
• Conduct research and analysis on emerging investment trends.

SUMMER PROGRAM At CPP Investments, we are committed to helping you grow your skills and gain world-class experience. Working within a strong culture of collaboration, you will discover our rewarding and challenging internships. We have leaders who listen to every member of the team and trust them with meaningful work. This translates into immediate and unparalleled learning.

The summer program begins with an Intern Orientation for you to engage with fellow Interns and learn about the resources and programs available to you. We offer company-wide departmental overviews for you to explore more about what we do at CPP Investments and give you the opportunity to gain exposure to senior leadership across the firm. You will quickly advance your knowledge and expertise through stimulating on-the-job assignments. You will participate in additional summer programming such as our Intern Case Competition and our Speaker Series where each session focuses on a different aspect of our culture including Employee Resource Groups, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion and much more.  We encourage you to bring your full self to work and take every opportunity to excel in your role.

Qualifications

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Candidates in an undergraduate or post-grad program returning to school in the Fall of 2023
• Fluency in digital communication channels and strong project management skills
• Strong interest in policy, current events, and their potential impact on institutional investors.
• Commands the ability to distill complex information into compelling, concise content and produce targeted materials for a variety of audiences.
• High-performing team player with a collaborative approach and actively contributes to joint projects and initiatives.
• Excellent writing skills with demonstrable business literacy
• Ability to distill complex information into compelling, concise content
• Keen attention to detail
• Strict adherence to confidentiality while exhibiting a high level of professionalism at all times
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work in collaboration with senior team members
• Exemplifies the Guiding Principles of integrity, partnership and high performance

Additional Information

If you have an interest in working with talented professionals in the financial industry in an environment of integrity, partnership and high performance, then you should consider a career in at CPP Investments.

TO APPLY, PLEASE INCLUDE A COVER LETTER, RESUME AND TRANSCRIPTS (FULL UNOFFICIAL VERSION).

DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 24, 2023 AT 9:00AM ET

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At CPP Investments, we are committed to diversity and equitable access to employment opportunities based on ability. We thank all applicants for their interest but will only contact candidates selected to advance in the hiring process.

OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY:

In addition to being dedicated to building a workforce that reflects diverse talent, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible experience. If you require an accommodation for any part of the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms, etc.), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

DISCLAIMER: CPP Investments does not accept resumes from employment placement agencies, head-hunters or recruitment suppliers that are not in a formal contractual arrangement with us. Our recruitment supplier arrangements are restricted to specific hiring needs and do not include this or other web-site job postings. Any resume or other information received from a supplier not approved by CPP Investments to provide resumes to this posting or web-site will be considered unsolicited and will not be considered.  CPP Investments will not pay any referral, placement or other fee for the supply of such unsolicited resumes or information.

MANDATORY VACCINE POLICY

All employees in the Toronto, New York, San Francisco, Mumbai, Sydney, Hong Kong, and Sao Paulo offices will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Accommodations to this policy will be made for medical or other protected grounds. Please contact us to discuss any accommodation needs.