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KPMG

Associate, Corporate Finance

Calgary, AB

Conducting industry and market research, including competitive benchmarking and buyer universe ... Overseeing and training junior professionals (Summer/Co-op Students & Analysts). This role provides ...

KPMG

Associate, Corporate Finance

Edmonton, AB · On-site

Conducting industry and market research, including competitive benchmarking and buyer universe ... Overseeing and training junior professionals (Summer/Co-op Students & Analysts). This role provides ...

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What is a summer research associate?

Summer Research Associates are typically students or recent graduates who participate in temporary research positions during the summer months. They work under the supervision of faculty, researchers, or professionals to assist with ongoing research projects, often gaining hands-on experience in data collection, analysis, and report writing. These roles provide valuable exposure to research methodologies and can help participants build skills relevant to their academic or career interests. Summer Research Associateships may be found in universities, government agencies, private companies, or non-profit organizations.

What types of projects does a summer research associate typically work on, and how are assignments determined?

Summer Research Associates usually contribute to ongoing research projects within their assigned departments, often working under the guidance of a principal investigator or senior researcher. Assignments are typically based on the associate’s academic background, interests, and the current needs of the research team. Projects may range from data collection and analysis to literature reviews and laboratory experiments. Associates are encouraged to actively participate in team meetings, share ideas, and may have opportunities to present their findings. This collaborative structure not only provides hands-on experience but also helps associates build professional relationships and explore potential career paths in research.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer research associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Research Associate, you need a solid academic background in your field of study, strong analytical skills, and experience with research methodologies. Familiarity with data analysis software (such as SPSS, R, or Python), literature databases, and sometimes laboratory equipment is often required. Strong written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively distinguish top candidates. These skills ensure that research projects are executed accurately, findings are communicated effectively, and contributions are meaningful to the team’s objectives.

What is the difference between Summer Research Associate vs Summer Intern?

AspectSummer Research AssociateSummer Intern
CredentialsUndergraduate or graduate students, often with relevant coursework or research experienceTypically undergraduate students, sometimes with limited experience
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, academic institutions, or industry R&D departmentsVaries; may include administrative, technical, or research tasks in similar settings
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research institutes, biotech, pharma, and tech companiesCorporations, nonprofits, government agencies, and academic institutions

The main difference is that Summer Research Associates are usually more focused on conducting research and may have more specialized roles, while Summer Interns often perform a broader range of tasks and may have less research-specific responsibilities. Both roles provide valuable experience, but the Research Associate position typically emphasizes research skills and project contributions.

What are the most commonly searched types of Summer Research jobs in Alberta?

The most popular types of Summer Research jobs in Alberta are:

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January 2027 - Scientific Research & Experimental Design (Non-CPA) - 8 month Co-op - Calgary

Pwc

Calgary, AB • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 21 days ago

PwC rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 77 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

26th of 72 rated business consultants

Job description

Line of Service

Tax

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

General Tax Consulting

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC Canada, we're more than a professional services firm-we're a community of solvers tackling the world's most important problems. As a co-op in our Tax practice, you'll be part of a diverse, inclusive team that values your perspective and empowers you to make a real impact. You'll build relationships, gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies, and contribute to work that matters-whether it's helping clients navigate complex challenges or driving trust in their reporting.
Throughout your co-op term, you'll be supported by experienced professionals and exposed to our innovative AI and digital tools to help you build future-ready capabilities in tax research, technology, and business acumen. You'll also gain firsthand experience of busy season and see how tax work unfolds in real time. Whether you're working from a PwC office, a client site, or remotely, you'll be part of a collaborative environment that encourages curiosity and continuous learning. Grow here, go further.

The Opportunity: Scientific Research & Experimental Design

At PwC, our people in Scientific Research and Experimental Development focus on helping Canadian companies access the SR&ED tax credit and other grants and incentives to fund their innovation and drive growth. A career in our practice will provide you with the opportunity to help businesses access tax incentives intended to encourage research and development in Canada. Being human-led and tech-powered, we assist corporations, individuals, trusts, and partnerships that conduct eligible work in claiming SR&ED tax incentives for the year. Your work may span identifying eligible research and development activities, preparing and supporting claims, and delivering strategic insights that transform complex incentive programs into confident, well-informed business decisions.

Meaningful work you'll be part of

As a SR&ED Co-op intern, you'll work with a team of professionals to help our clients with the preparation of their tax incentive claims. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Participate in the completion of SR&ED claims (Canada) and other incentive program submissions

  • Complete assignments on time and within budget to meet client expectations

  • Provide practical solutions to optimize clients' returns from SR&ED and other government incentives

  • Attend meetings and support clients during SR&ED reviews

  • Contribute to business development activities to identify and research opportunities

  • Contribute to the development of your own and the team's technical acumen

  • Contribute to developing strategies to solve complex technical challenges

  • Assist in managing and delivering large projects

Experiences and skills you'll use to solve

  • Completion of second year courses in accounting or a STEM field

  • Strong client-service orientation focused on achieving high quality, timely and profitable results

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills combined with intellectual curiosity and creative problem-solving abilities

  • Creative problem-solving skills to apply the SR&ED rules to client opportunities and the skill and experience needed to support claim preparation and review engagements

  • PwC Canada is committed to cultivating an inclusive, hybrid work environment. Exact expectations for your team can be discussed with your interviewer.

Note: We only allow you to submit one application; however, you can select a second and third office preference.

Please note:

  • Apply before our applications close on September 13th, 2026 at 11:59pm (PT). To learn about our application process, visit our Applying to PwC page on our campus recruitment website

  • This position is eligible for PwC Canada's Award and Mentorship Programs.

Why you'll love PwC:

  • Personalized Benefits & Wellbeing: Choose flexible health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage. Access mental health support ($3,500 annually), virtual care, and up to a $750 lifestyle account for wellness, fitness, and personal growth.

  • Invest in Your Future: Boost your retirement savings with employer matching and take advantage of financial planning resources and banking programs.

  • Growth & Learning: Unlock coaching, mentoring, and clear career paths to help you reach your potential.

  • Time off to focus on what matters most: Enjoy up to 31 paid days off including summer and winter office closures, substitute a public holiday to observe your religious holiday, or take part in international remote work options to extend your time abroad,

  • Inclusive, Purpose-Driven Culture: Join a diverse, supportive team where you can be your authentic self, build lifelong relationships, and help shape tomorrow.

PwC Canada acknowledges that we work and live across Turtle Island, on the land that is now known as Canada, which are the lands of the ancestral, treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations, Metis and Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism, colonialism and oppression that Indigenous Peoples have experienced and still go through, and we commit to allyship and solidarity.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required:Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Certified Payroll, Communication, Domestic Restructuring (Taxes), Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Inclusion, Income Tax Provisions, Intellectual Curiosity, Optimism, Partnership Tax, Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credits, Retail and Consumer (Taxes), Tax Credit, Taxes, Tax Incentives, Tax Legislation, Tax Modeling, Tax Policy, Tax Provisions, Tax Restructuring, Tax Structures, Teamwork {+ 1 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

August 14, 2026We're committed to providing accommodation throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you require accommodation to be at your best, please let us know during the application process.The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started, so we know you have questions about how and why we use it. At certain points during our recruiting process, we rely on AI to improve your experience. This could be during resume review or curating personalized job recommendations, asking you clarifying questions via a chatbot or during our interview scheduling to improve your experience. Our use of AI helps ensure we combat bias by evaluating candidates equally and fairly, without seeing identity information, such as your name, or gender for example). AI also helps us better predict successful hires by reviewing all applicants for a role and the relationship between your skills, experience and likely success at PwC Canada. While AI supports parts of our recruitment process, final hiring decisions always involve human review. For more information about our use and protection of your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy (https://www.pwc.com/ca/en/privacy-policy.html).Nous tenons a repondre a vos besoins tout au long du processus de demande d'emploi, d'entrevue et d'embauche. Si vous avez besoin de mesures d'adaptation pour etre parfaitement a l'aise, faites-le-nous savoir a l'etape de la demande d'emploi.L'utilisation de l'intelligence artificielle (IA) dans le domaine du recrutement en est a ses balbutiements. Nous savons que vous pourriez vous demander comment et pourquoi nous y avons recours. A certains stades de notre processus de recrutement, nous comptons sur l'IA pour ameliorer votre experience. Par exemple, pendant l'examen du curriculum vit ou l'elaboration d'une liste de recommandations personnalisees, un agent conversationnel pourrait vous demander des precisions ou fixer avec vous un rendez-vous pour l'entrevue. L'IA nous aide a mieux lutter contre les prejuges, car l'evaluation des candidats se fait de facon juste et equitable, sans que les informations d'identification comme le nom ou le sexe soient connues. Elle nous permet egalement de mieux reperer les bons candidats pour un poste et d'evaluer le lien entre leurs competences, leur experience et leurs chances de reussir chez PwC Canada. Bien que l'IA facilite certaines etapes de notre processus de recrutement, les decisions finales d'embauche sont toujours prises par des personnes. Pour en savoir plus sur l'utilisation et la protection de vos donnees personnelles, consultez notre politique sur la protection des renseignements confidentiels (https://www.pwc.com/ca/fr/privacy-policy.html).

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We know that the future success of our firm is contingent on equitable experiences for our people. From recruitment to partnership, we’re working hard to give every person an equitable opportunity to grow and to thrive as part of our community of solvers. We understand that establishing and maintaining a fair, equitable and welcoming environment for all people requires building a culture of belonging: a shift from awareness to empathy — while demonstrating inclusive leadership that cultivates trust among our people and our clients. PwC is committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) through an evidence-based strategy designed to achieve well-defined and meaningful aspirational goals. Our aim is to solve problems for the long term, as that is how we build trust and continue to build on our culture of belonging. At the core of this endeavor are stated goals and a series of linked programs enabling targeted interventions at key moments in our employees’ career trajectories.

Industry

Finance and insurance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

London, London, UK

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