About the role#
As a Software Engineering Co-op, you will join our technology team to build and maintain applications that support our business and customers. This program provides hands-on experience with enterprise technologies and guidance from technical leaders. You will contribute to the full software development lifecycle while working in a collaborative environment.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to a team focused on building scalable and reliable applications.
- Support application development, testing, and debugging.
- Assist in feature development and system enhancements.
- Collaborate with engineering and business teams to build user-focused solutions.
- Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality standards.
- Support deployment, monitoring, and ongoing application maintenance.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in 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.
- Exposure to software frameworks, libraries, or development tools.
- Understanding of software development lifecycle and best practices.
- Familiarity with APIs, web services, or application architecture.
Location & details#
- Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 5th to April 22nd, 2027).
- Work Modality: Hybrid (in-office Tuesday to Thursday, remote Mondays and Fridays).
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: This is a 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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