Agile Project Coordinator Intern

Who We Are:

Every transaction matters. Every Canadian matters. At Interac, we protect both — driving trust, security, and inclusion, so our digital economy thrives.
 
Founded in 1984, Interac connects Canadians through secure digital payments, advanced identity verification and industry-leading fraud protection. Connecting banks, businesses, and individuals, Interac enables millions to send, receive, and manage money safely and effortlessly every day — across both digital and physical environments.

As the backbone of Canada’s financial ecosystem, Interac facilitates over 20 million transactions daily, supported by trusted partnerships with government and financial institutions. Consistently ranked as Canada’s most reputable financial technology brand, Interac is deeply embedded in the daily lives of Canadians.

Who You Will Work With:

During this internship, the candidate will gain hands‑on experience working within an agile delivery squad on real initiatives. They will support day‑to‑day delivery by helping plan, track, and organize work while learning core agile and delivery practices.

The intern will collaborate closely with squad leadership and team members, contribute to backlog preparation and agile ceremonies, and help track progress, risks, and action items. With mentorship, they will also support continuous improvement by helping assess team maturity and identify ways of working more effectively.  

What You Will Do:

• Support an agile squad in applying and maintaining core agile practices

• Assist with backlog preparation, refinement, and prioritization activities

• Support agile ceremonies including stand‑ups, planning, reviews, and retrospectives

• Track and surface blockers, risks, and improvement opportunities raised by the squad

• Help assess squad agile maturity against defined criteria

• Support continuous improvement efforts by tracking actions from retrospectives

• Maintain shared agile artifacts, boards, and documentation

What You Bring:

• Ability to stay organized and track work across multiple tasks, priorities, and deadlines

• Strong communication skills to collaborate with squad members and delivery leads

• Comfort working in a team environment and participating in daily stand‑ups and meetings

• Basic understanding of agile concepts (e.g., sprints, backlogs, ceremonies), or willingness to learn quickly

• Attention to detail when tracking progress, risks, blockers, and action items

• Ability to follow through on commitments and escalate issues when needed

• Non‑Essential (Nice‑to‑Have) Skills & Experiences:

• Prior exposure to agile frameworks such as Scrum or Kanban

• Experience using tools like Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, or similar work‑tracking tools

• Experience supporting project coordination, delivery, or operational work in a team setting

• Interest in delivery management, agile practices, or technology platforms

• Experience documenting processes or maintaining shared team artifacts

What We’re Offering: 

The hourly pay range for this position is $21 to $23, and the internship term runs from May to August 2026. The exact amount will depend on factors such as skills, experience, and job-related knowledge. An internship opportunity at Interac also features:

• Flexible hybrid work model with monthly intern socials for better work-life balance 

• Interac learning bootcamp designed to help you hit the ground running

• Convenient downtown Toronto office located minutes away from Union Station

Why Join Us?

At Interac, the impact we make, and the people who drive it, is profound. When you become part of our team, you’re joining a purpose-driven organization that’s shaping the future of digital finance in Canada. Here’s what you can expect:

• Investing in the Future – Help us unlock digital prosperity for all Canadians.

• Innovative Thinking – Collaborate on products, practices, and platforms that redefine what’s possible.

• Inclusive Culture – Be empowered to bring your whole self to work and realize your full potential.

• Inspiring Community – Work in an ecosystem where we lift each other up and rise together.

• Intentional Support – Enjoy flexible, supportive offerings that prioritize your total wellness.

Additional Pre-Employment Requirements:

To ensure the integrity of our organization, successful candidates will be required to complete background checks, which may include, Canadian Criminal Credit Check, Canadian ID Cross-Check, Public Safety Verification, 5-year Employment Verification, Education Verification, Credit Check, and Social Media Check.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Interac is also an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We believe that innovation thrives when people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives come together. That’s why we are committed to providing fair and equitable employment opportunities for all individuals, without discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, ethnic origin, place of origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital or family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you require accommodation during any stage of the application or recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected]. We will work with you to meet your needs.

Please be aware that certain individuals are misusing Interac Corp.’s name and logo to promote fictitious employment opportunities. Interac Corp. never requests, solicits, or accepts any form of payment in exchange for employment. Any such offers are fraudulent and should be disregarded. Interac Corp. assumes no liability for any claims, losses, damages, expenses, or inconveniences arising from or related to these fraudulent activities. Such communications do not constitute an offer or representation by Interac Corp. or its subsidiaries and affiliates.