Women in Leadership Mentorship Program

Women in Leadership – TD Securities University Mentorship Program TD is a great organization powered by great people who want to make a difference every day. Our approximately 90,000 employees worldwide are a big part of what makes TD stand out from any other organization. Every day, we deliver legendary customer and client experiences to our over 26 million customers worldwide. We’re an award-winning organization that reinvests constantly to ensure future growth. We’re recognized as an extraordinary place to work that embraces diversity, where everyone is respected and valued, with many exciting and challenging career opportunities. TD Securities Overview TD Securities provides a wide range of capital market products and services to corporate, government, and institutional clients who choose us for our knowledge, innovation, and experience in the following key areas of finance: Investment and Corporate Banking, Capital Markets, Interest Rate, Currency and Derivative Products. TD Securities works with clients around the world, and our services include the underwriting and distribution of new debt and equity issues, providing advice on strategic acquisitions and divestitures, and executing daily trading and investment needs. TD Securities Mentorship Program Goal The TD Securities University Mentorship Program is an initiative undertaken by the TD Securities, Women in Leadership committee to encourage young women to explore the exciting world of Capital Markets and embrace a career within it. The objective of the program, through one-on-one mentoring relationships with TD Securities leaders alongside tailored group events, is to provide students with a wealth of knowledge and valuable guidance related to career choices and potential summer co-op & post graduate opportunities in TD Securities. Mentorship Program Structure • ~15-20 undergraduate students who identify as woman from various Canadian universities currently in their 2nd year are selected as mentees and matched with TD Securities mentors (men and women). • Mentors and mentees enter into structured mentoring relationships for a period of 6 months covering a variety of important and career-defining topics. Mentoring relationships formally conclude at the end of 6 months; however, both mentor and mentee are encouraged to continue to keep in touch as they see fit. • The Mentorship program's group events may provide mentees the opportunity to: o Meet individuals from different product groups and tour the trading floor; o Participate in job shadowing across various TD Securities groups; o Network and develop relationships with TD Securities personnel; o Seek advice to build a career in Capital Markets; o Experience TD's diverse and inclusive culture first-hand. Mentee Eligibility Criteria 1. 2 nd year undergraduate student who identifies as woman (graduating in spring 2025); 2. Has an interest in a career in Capital Markets and TD; 3. Has strong academic records shown via their transcript; 4. Is prepared to commit time and energy to this program; 5. Demonstrates leadership skills (e.g. clubs, sports) Application Process Applicants who fit the eligibility criteria and are interested in the program will be required to submit: 1. Resume 2. Transcript 3. Cover Letter; must include: a. Availability (confirm commitment to two, one-on-one mentorship sessions and one group event, per month) b. Essay submission with the following information: • Name • Program • Answer one of the following: (a) "Describe an experience that has shaped you as a leader?" or (b) "What experience made you interested in a career in capital markets?" – Max 400 words • Answer: "What are your goals and expectations of the mentoring program?"- Max 100 words Please submit your application via the link below by midnight on September 30th, 2022. Cover may be addressed University Mentorship Program Committee, TD Securities. Please note: We welcome all applications; however, we will only contact qualified candidates chosen for an interview. Thank you for your interest.