About the role#
This is a full-time, paid Software Engineering co-op position for the Winter 2027 term. You will work with our technology teams to build scalable applications and gain hands-on experience with enterprise software. The term runs from January 5, 2027, to April 22, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to engineering teams focused on building reliable, scalable applications.
- Support the full software development lifecycle, including development, testing, and debugging.
- Assist with feature development and system enhancements.
- Collaborate with business and engineering teams to build user-focused solutions.
- Participate in code reviews to maintain quality standards.
- Support deployment, monitoring, and ongoing maintenance of applications.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree program for Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with at least one programming language such as Java, Python, Go, or JavaScript.
- Familiarity with version control systems like Git or Bitbucket.
- Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn in a team environment.
- Familiarity with software development best practices, APIs, or application architecture is helpful.
Location & details#
- Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.
- Modality: Hybrid. You will be in the office Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.
- Compensation: The salary range for this position is $52,650 to $70,200 CAD annually, 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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