Fall 2026 Internship - Collections Assistant

Job Requisition ID: 12157  

Position Status: Temporary Full Time 

Position Type: Hybrid 

Office Location: Ottawa (ON)

Travel Requirement: Travel not required 

Language Designation: Bilingual 

Language Skill Levels (Read/Write/Speak): BBB 

Security Requirement:  Reliability Status 

 

About CMHC

At CMHC, the work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to realize a future where everyone in Canada has a home that they can afford and meets their needs.

 

Our people are second to none. We lean in with courage, band together as a community and try new things to make a lasting impact on housing from coast to coast to coast.

 

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

 

What’s in it for you

We’ve got the purpose and perks you need for an exciting internship experience. Here’s what you can expect by joining us:

  • A 4-month internship with hands-on learning experiences.
  • Accrued vacation days (up to 5 days per 4-month internship).
  • Support in your personal and professional growth with training and mentorship – because when you thrive, we thrive.
  • An inclusive workplace culture and environment with Employee Resource Groups such as our Young Professional’s Network that will allow you to meet, connect, and build a community and sense of belonging with other students. 

 

About the role   

We are hiring full-time Fall intern to join the Collection and Recoveries team beginning in September through December 2026. Our internship program is designed to help you grow, with access to training resources, interesting projects, and networking sessions that support your development and help you discover your full potential.  

Here’s an example of how you’ll make an impact:

  • Actively manage the receipt and processing of all incoming judgment and bankruptcy documentation for accuracy and completeness. Additionally, manage the coordination of action items and decisions and follows up with the management team to ensure appropriate actions are taken.
  • Make recommendations for approvals, recommends courses of action for related to legal issues non-standard requests and processes documentation or data such as applications/requests, commitments, and payment requisitions.
  • Update and validate all databases and systems as required to meet the division's turnaround times and assist with annual recovery targets.
  • Act as a liaison between business lines and plays a role in collecting and disseminating information that is crucial to the achievement of business objectives and project deliverable.
  • Maintain relationships and communicates with external parties such as lenders, service providers, trustees, and solicitors to follow up on incomplete documentation until all necessary information is received.
  • Coordinate the collection of data to produce status reports and other reports as needed by management.

 

 What you need to succeed:

  • Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a College or University degree in a related discipline such as business administration, commerce, paralegal, finance, or accounting. 
  • Previous experience in a related field such as banking, accounting, legal assistant, paralegal, etc. Experience can be acquired through the studies, work experience or volunteer activities. 
  • Strong oral and written communication in both official languages, excellent organizational and planning skills and the ability to work independently as well as within a team setting.  
  • Good judgment, excellent organizational and planning skills and the ability to work independently as well as within a team setting. 
  • Bilingualism (English and French)

  

 

Posting closing date: Note, the competition will remain active until filled. 

 

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 

We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada.

 

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

 

Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion 

 

What happens after you apply 

We know that applying for a new job can be both exciting and daunting, and we appreciate your effort. Learn more about our hiring process.  If you are selected for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation.

 

If you applied before and you were not successful don’t worry – we're always posting new positions, so don’t hesitate to give it another shot. We’re excited to see what you bring to the table this time around!

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