Closing date: October 1, 2026Use your critical thinking skills in a rapid-growing company where you can have an impact. The British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI) is currently seeking one (1) Legal Co-op Student/Intern for the Winter 2027 (January to April 2027) work term to support the Legal Affairs team. If you are a highly motivated, team player who can handle multiple projects and are interested in kick‐starting your legal career in a sophisticated business setting, then this is the opportunity for you!WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOWBCI manages a globally diversified portfolio of assets valued at $313.7 billion and is one of Canada's largest institutional investors. We invest globally to support BCI's public sector, institutional and other clients, which include British Columbia's public sector pension funds. We are proud to have been chosen as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers and BC's Top Employers.WHO YOU WILL WORK WITHYou will work with the legal team within BCI's Legal Affairs Department. The Legal Affairs Department provides in‐house legal expertise and support to all departments within BCI.WHAT YOU WILL BE DOINGYou will support BCI's in‐house lawyers in their corporate and investment‐law practices. Your work may include, for example:Reviewing investment‐related documents in connection with existing and potential investmentsResearching, summarizing, and presenting legal materials – such as governance term sheets, shareholder agreements, investment agreements,



and limited partnership agreementsReviewing commercial contracts in connection with BCI's day‐to‐day operationsWorking from and adding to BCI's legal precedentsHelping with special projectsWHAT WE'RE LOOKING FORThe qualities below are what we look for; the mandatory eligibility requirements appear under the "Requirements to Apply" section. The ideal student:Has a keen interest in business law, including corporate, securities, mergers and acquisitions, contracts, and commercial lawIs detail‐oriented, accurate, conscientious, and focusedIs mindful of the importance of strong writing and dedicated to improving their ownPossesses a strong work ethicPossesses excellent interpersonal skillsIs committed to the highest ethical standardsDemonstrates an eagerness to learn with openness to receiving feedbackHas strong research skills combined with analytical and problem‐solving abilitiesHas technology skills including experience or curiosity about applying AI to their legal workParticipates in student groups, activities, or extracurricularsWHAT WE OFFERExcellent career development and trainingWork with a dynamic team in a fast‐paced environmentThe development of real‐world legal skills at one of the largest institutional investors in CanadaExposure to some of the most talented, approachable, and inspiring professionals in the local industryThe opportunity to network with other co‐op students & interns across BCITwo paid days per year for volunteeringCompetitive pay: $2,155.00 gross bi‐weekly + vacation leave paid based on 6% of salary ($2,330.00 gross biweekly for those with (or working towards) a graduate degree and $2,155.00 gross biweekly for those with (or working towards)



an undergraduate degree, diploma, or certificate)Travel: if relocating to Victoria for the work term, BCI will provide a fixed‐rate travel allowance based on your locationTHE DETAILSWork term: Winter 2027 (January to April)Department: Legal AffairsOffice Location: 750 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, BCThe work term must be completed in person at our Victoria office with the option to work one day per week from homeREQUIREMENTS TO APPLYYou must be currently enrolled in, or have graduated within the past year from, a law school.Please upload, as ONE .Pdf with your last name included in the file name (ex. Last Name – BCI Legal Application), a cover letter, resume, and relevant academic transcripts (e.G., undergrad, post‐grad, law school – unofficial transcript will suffice)_ Note: _ We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who are interested in applying for this role. You will need to be legally authorized to work in the country where this job is located. If you currently do not have authorization or if your work permit, study permit, or visa has restrictions or is due to expire during the work term, you may not be eligible for this opportunity.At BCI, we value diversity and believe in fostering an inclusive culture where all employees can be successful. We are performance and client focused and value integrity; if you share these values, we want to know you. We recognize that some skills can be learned on the job and encourage all to apply. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), contact us at [email protected]. We would like to hear from you!

📌 Legal Affairs Co-Op/Internship (Victoria)
🏢 BCI
📍 Victoria