About the role#
As a Data Engineering Co-op, you will join our team to build and support the data systems that drive business insights. You will work with modern tools to design, build, and optimize scalable data pipelines. This role provides exposure to data architecture, processing, and analytics workflows within an enterprise environment. You will receive guidance from experienced engineers and participate in our Technology Co-op Program, which includes mentorship and community events.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to a team focused on building reliable, scalable data systems.
- Support the development and maintenance of data pipelines and workflows.
- Assist with data ingestion, transformation, and preparation for reporting and analytics.
- Collaborate with engineering and business teams to understand data requirements and support technical solutions.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with SQL and at least one programming language such as Python or Java.
- Familiarity with version control systems like Git or Bitbucket.
- Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn in a collaborative environment.
- Interest in data engineering concepts, including data pipelines and processing.
- Exposure to data tools like Spark or Databricks is an asset.
- A basic understanding of ETL processes, data modeling, or data warehousing.
- Familiarity with cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Understanding of large-scale data processing concepts.
Location & details#
- Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 5th to April 22nd, 2027).
- Work Modality: Hybrid, with in-office attendance required Tuesday through Thursday.
- Compensation: Paid position with an expected salary range of $52,650 to $70,200 CAD, pro-rated based on the length of the work term.
About Manulife
Manulife is an international financial services group based in Toronto. The company operates as Manulife in Canada, Asia, and Europe and as John Hancock in the United States. It manages over 1.3 trillion dollars in assets for approximately 34 million customers. The organization employs more than 34,000 people and works with over 116,000 agents.
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