4-Month Co-op Term | January 2027 to April 2027

Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express, as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit, including GO Expansion, Light Rail Transit routes, and major expansions to Toronto’s subway system, to get people where they need to go, better, faster, and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.

At Metrolinx, equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion, thinking forward and playing as a team.

Our Fraud & Forensics team is seeking a Co-op Student to support fraud risk management, investigative activities, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

Reporting to the Manager, Fraud & Forensics, you will gain hands‑on experience supporting projects that help identify, assess, and mitigate fraud risks while promoting accountability, integrity, and effective controls. This role provides an chance to work with experienced professionals and develop practical skills in fraud prevention, investigations, analytics, and risk management.

What will I be doing?

- Support fraud risk assessment, prevention, and awareness initiatives across the organization.
- Assist with collecting, organizing, validating, and analyzing information to support investigations and fraud‑related projects.
- Perform research, data analysis, and documentation to identify trends, anomalies, and potential areas of risk.
- Prepare reports, presentations, workpapers, and other project documentation.
- Support the development and maintenance of tracking tools, spreadsheets, databases, and dashboards.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather information and support fraud and forensic engagements.




- Assist with special projects and continuous improvement initiatives within the Fraud & Forensics team.

What will I Gain?

- Exposure to fraud risk management, investigations, and forensic practices.
- Experience working with data analytics, risk assessment, and internal controls.
- Opportunities to develop analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
- Mentorship from experienced professionals within a large public sector organization.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need?

Required:

- Currently enrolled full‑time in a recognized post‑secondary co‑op program and eligible to complete a co‑op work term as part of your academic requirements, with plans to return to school following the work term.
- Enrolled in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, Criminology, Data Analytics, Economics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Public Administration, or a related field.
- Strong analytical, research, problem‑solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Assets:

- Knowledge of fraud risk management, investigations, auditing, compliance, internal controls, or risk management.
- Experience analyzing data and identifying trends or anomalies.
- Familiarity with data visualization or reporting tools such as Power BI.
- Interest in governance, ethics, accountability, and organizational integrity.

Accommodation:

We value the unique skills and experiences each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: or email

WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.

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📌 Co-op Student, Fraud & Forensics (Toronto)
🏢 Metrolinx
📍 Toronto