Build something people love
Wealthsimple's mission is to help everyone achieve financial freedom – by making financial services simple, transparent, and low-cost. We're Canada's largest fintech, trusted by over 3 million clients with more than $100 billion in assets. We move fast, we own our work, and we care deeply about the people using our products. If that sounds like you, keep reading.
We're proud of what we've built — and we're just getting started. Read our Culture Manual and learn more about how we work.
What this is
Wealthsimple Accelerators is an 18-month program for exceptional new graduates who want to build products that matter, not PowerPoints.
This isn't a rotational program in the traditional sense. It's an ownership program. You won't shadow. You won't observe. Every six months, you'll own something real — a product feature, an AI workflow, a revenue initiative, an operational breakthrough — and ship it.
If you're looking for a structured consulting path, this isn't it. If you want to build financial products used by millions of Canadians while developing rare skills at the leading edge of craft and technology, keep reading.
Eligibility
Before applying, please confirm:
You will have completed your undergraduate or masters degree by September 2026
You are legally eligible to work in Canada
You are able to come into our Toronto office 3-4 times per week
What you'll do
Over 18 months, you'll complete three 6-month chapters across high-impact functions and each chapter ends with something shipped- a measurable outcome, a demo to Director+ and executive leadership, and a spotlight of what you built.
Rotation 1 (Months 1–6): Understand How We Operate Learn how Wealthsimple scales, makes decisions, and delivers value to clients. → Example: Redesign a workflow that impacts thousands of client interactions daily
Rotation 2 (Months 7–12): Build Cross-Functional Fluency Work at the intersection of product, operations, and technology. → Example: Launch a pilot that tests a new way of serving clients at scale
Rotation 3 (Months 13–18): Drive Impact & Own Outcomes Lead a business-critical project. Demonstrate you're ready for a Senior Associate role. → Example: Design and implement a go-to-market strategy for a new product feature
Throughout the program, you'll work on projects that ship and matter- not case studies- get mentored by Director-level leaders, build relationships with executives and subject matter experts, and develop skills you won't find in any other new grad program: product thinking + craft depth + technology fluency.
At Wealthsimple, every team member is expected to lean into new technologies- including AI and emerging tools - to rethink how we work and create greater value. We're looking for people who aren't just comfortable with change, but energized by it.
Who we're looking for
You're graduating from a Canadian university- any discipline. Business, engineering, arts, sciences, design, interdisciplinary. It doesn't matter what you studied. What matters is:
You're a builder. You've started something, led something, or made something happen. Entrepreneurial ventures, clubs you've founded or scaled, meaningful work experience, projects that show you execute.
You're a systems thinker. You understand how things connect, scale, and evolve- whether that's business functions, technical systems, or organizational dynamics. You can see the forest and the trees.
You're impact-driven. You want your work to matter to real people, not just look good on a resume. You learn fast, fail smart, and grow quickly.
You're AI-native- or on your way there. You're curious about how technology reshapes the way work gets done. You look for tools that increase your leverage, not your workload.
You bring a diverse perspective. Engineers who want to understand the business side. Designers who think about strategy. Humanities students who bring critical thinking and storytelling. Scientists who approach problems analytically. Business students who want hands-on product experience. We care about what you've accomplished and how you think.
You might be a fit if...
You've operated like an owner, even when you weren't: You interned somewhere and didn't just complete assigned tasks- you identified problems, proposed solutions, and shipped improvements like the company's success depended on you. Your manager said you "acted like a founder, not an intern."
You've founded something from scratch: You didn't just join an existing club or organization- you built one. You recruited the first members, figured out the model, secured the funding, and made it sustainable. It might still be running today because you built it to last.
You've taken responsibility for problems that weren't yours: Campus advising was a mess. Student mental health resources were impossible to find. The nonprofit you volunteered at had no systems. You didn't wait for someone else to fix it- you took ownership and built the solution.
You've shipped something, learned it failed, and built better: You launched a product that got signups but no usage. Or started an initiative that didn't take off. Instead of walking away, you figured out why, learned from real feedback, and applied those lessons to what you built next. That one succeeded.
You can't help but improve things: When you see something inefficient, broken, or unnecessarily complicated, it bothers you until you fix it. You've improved processes, built tools, or redesigned workflows- not for credit, but because they needed to be better and you could make them better.
You've coordinated something complex: Maybe you organized an event for 100+ people. Or you managed a budget, secured partnerships, and delivered something way bigger than you initially imagined. You figured it out because someone had to
How to apply
We want to see who you are and what you've built.
What to Submit:
Resume
LinkedIn Profile
Who you are: (max. 2-minute video and transcription of video- required) Tell us something you’ve made better. What did you learn about yourself? And what does this say about how your work? Phone videos are welcome. Authenticity over production value.
Proof of impact (required): Share an artifact.This can be a link to a project, a blog post, or a letter from someone who could speak to your impact. — something that exists in the world because of you.
What happens after you apply
Applications close: March 20th, 9am EST
Shortlist notifications: March 23rd–24th
Accelerators Innovation Day: March 27th — a 1-day immersive event at Toronto HQ where you'll solve a real Wealthsimple business challenge, work alongside senior leaders and SMEs, and present to an executive panel
Final offers: Within 5 business days of Accelerators Innovation Day
All candidates will hear back regardless of outcome.
FAQs
Is this an internship?
No. This is a full-time, permanent role with full employee benefits. You're not an intern—you're a Wealthsimple employee from day one.
Do I need a business degree to apply?
No. We're looking for maker-owners from any discipline—business, engineering, arts, sciences, design, or interdisciplinary programs. What you've built matters more than what you studied.
I've graduated in 2025 or earlier. Can I still apply?
This cohort is for graduates who will be graduating in 2026 and able to commit to a full-time job as of September 2026.
Do I need fintech or finance experience?
No. We're looking for curious builders who want to learn. If you've thought about how financial products work or have ideas about what could be better, great—but it's not required.
What's the time commitment during the application process?
Application: ~45 minutes (video, short question, resume, letter of support, optional portfolio)
Accelerator Day: 1 full day in Toronto (if shortlisted)
Do I need to be in Toronto for this program?
You will need to be able to come to the office 3-4 days a week if selected for the program.
Why Wealthsimple?
🌸 Top-tier health benefits and life insurance
📈 Long-term group savings with employer match, through Wealthsimple for Business
🌴 20 vacation days, 4 wellness days, and unlimited sick and mental health days per year
✈️ 90 days away: work outside Canada for up to 90 days per year
👥 Employee resource groups, including Rainbow (2SLGBTQ), Women of WS, and Black at WS
🌎 We are a hybrid team with over 1,500 employees across North America. The people are one of the best parts of working here: you'll collaborate with incredibly talented, curious, and driven teammates who are deeply committed to doing great work.
ICYMI
Technology & Innovation at Wealthsimple: We move quickly and build thoughtfully. That means we're always looking for better ways to work — whether that's new tools, AI, or rethinking how we approach a problem. We don't expect you to have all the answers, but we do expect curiosity and a willingness to evolve alongside the products we're building.
Inclusion Statement: We're building products for a diverse world, and we need a diverse team to do it well. We strongly encourage applications from everyone, regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.
Accessibility Statement: We're committed to an accessible hiring experience. If you need any accommodations throughout the interview process, please let us know — we'll work with you to make sure you have what you need. We also welcome any feedback on how we can better accommodate candidates with accessibility needs.
AI in Hiring: We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of our hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our team but don't replace human judgment – all final hiring decisions are made by people. If you have questions about how your data is used, reach out to us.
Compensation Range: CA$70K - CA$75K