EN-EDC Graduate Research Analyst - Economic & Political Intelligence Centre

Position: 067- EN-EDC Graduate Research Analyst - Economic & Political Intelligence Centre
# 067- EN-EDC Graduate Research Analyst - Economic & Political Intelligence Centreat EXPORT DEVELOPMENT CANADA | EXPORTATION ET DÉVELOPPEMENT CANADA
** Location
* * Toronto, ONHybrid
** Details
* * Graduate Research Analyst - EPIC
· 8+ months · $56,550/year
· Fall 2026 intake, hybrid (Toronto/Ottawa)
** Posted
* * Jun 11, 2026

Apply on company site →Direct apply link, refreshed by the daily generator.## About the Role Lead independent research on Canada's trade and productivity## About EXPORT DEVELOPMENT CANADA | EXPORTATION ET DÉVELOPPEMENT CANADACrown corporation supporting Canadian exporters and trade## Full Description
** Final date to receive applications:
July 17, 2026
**** EDC Graduate Research Analyst Position – Economic & Political Intelligence Centre** (Fall 2026)
** About EDC:
** At Export Development Canada (EDC), we empower Canadian businesses to succeed globally. As a Financial Crown corporation, we offer innovative financial solutions and expert insights to help businesses explore new markets, mitigate risks, and achieve growth.
** Why Join EDC?
*** Collaborate with a diverse, experienced team
* Thrive in a supportive, teamwork-driven environment.
* Impact global communities through sustainable growth in emerging markets.
* Recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Best Diversity Employers, and a Top 100 Family-Friendly Employers.
* Enjoy a comprehensive Total Rewards package, including benefits, vacation, wellness programs, and professional development opportunities.
** Student and New Grad Opportunities
** Our student and new grad opportunities include internships and co-op programs, all designed to give your career a strong start. Work terms begin at four months in length and may be extended for an additional four months or more, depending on business needs. While most roles are full-time, there is flexibility for part-time work.

Our program is ideal for early career professionals who are new grads that have completed their courses within the past year, as well as students in their current program of study. Work terms in our program can be counted towards an accredited co-op program with your university or college.
** Our Ideal Student or New Grad:
*** Currently enrolled or recently graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program (eligible for up to one year after completion of studies).
* Available for 8 months or more - While roles will be available for 4-month terms, preference will be given to candidates with availability that extends.
* Previous work term experience related to their field of study
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Motivated self-starter, good organizational and analytical skills
* Ability to work independently and within a team
* Enthusiasm to tackle any task, whether menial or complex
* Knowledge of both official languages is an asset and may be required for certain positions
** Overview
* * The Economic and Political Intelligence Centre (EPIC) at Export Development Canada (EDC) is seeking a highly motivated Master’s or PhD student to join our team for a research project focused on Canada’s integrative trade and productivity – including analysis of Canada’s goods exports, services exports, Canadian direct investment abroad (CDIA), trade enabling infrastructure and foreign direct investment (FDI) as it related to economic growth and productivity.

EPIC is EDC’s in-house research function, bringing together economists, researchers, and quantitative analysts to produce timely analysis on issues shaping Canada’s trade performance and global competitiveness. Our work informs both internal decision-making and external thought leadership.

This role is best suited for a candidate who can operate as an independent applied researcher: someone who can take a research question from concept to final output with limited oversight, drawing on guidance from senior economists while managing the project end-to-end.
** About the project:
** The selected candidate will contribute to a research project examining
** integrative trade*
* ** and Canada’s economic engagement and productivity**. Depending on the candidate’s profile and the evolution of the work, the project may…