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Fall Co-op 2026 - Data Strategy and Enablement

CompanyManulife
LocationWaterloo
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 11, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The role involves creating interactive data visualizations and supporting digitalization projects to automate risk data collection. Additionally, the candidate will prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
CA$46,800 - CA$62,400
Company Size
34076
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Manulife is a leading international financial services group that helps people make their decisions easier and lives better. With our global headquarters in Toronto, we operate as Manulife across our offices in Canada, Asia, and Europe, and primarily as John Hancock in the United States. We have more than 40,000 employees, over 116,000 agents serving ~34 million customers worldwide, and over $1.3 trillion in assets under management and administration. Visit www.Manulife.com to find out more. For Manulife terms of use, please visit http://bit.ly/SM_Terms
About the Role

*Please note there are specific application instructions required to be considered for this role**  

At Manulife John Hancock, we believe in investing in the future – starting with you. Our Data Strategy and Enablement Co-op is your launchpad to success, offering the support, structure, and exciting opportunities you need to thrive and make your mark.  

Are you an enthusiastic undergraduate student looking to gain hands-on experience? In this role, you'll have the chance to work on exciting projects, create dynamic data visualizations, and support digitalization initiatives. You'll develop your project management skills, learn to set goals, and manage deliverables, all while preparing detailed reports for senior management.    

 

Position Responsibilities:   

  • Assist in creating dynamic and interactive data visualizations using Python libraries (such as Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plotly) and Power BI.  

  • Support digitalization projects aimed at automating risk data collection, analysis, and reporting.  

  • Prepare detailed reports and presentations on risk forecasting findings for senior management and stakeholders.  

  • Develop project management skills by working on multiple projects simultaneously.  

  • Learn to set project goals, create timelines, and manage deliverables.  

 

Required Qualifications:  

  • Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Economics, Business, Information Security, or a related field. 

  • Experience with Python and Power BI.  

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.  

  • Proficient writing skills and strong mathematical/financial competencies.  

  • Demonstrated ability to work both independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.  

  • Knowledge of Python (prior programming experience is an asset).  

  • Effective communication, time management, and attention to detail.  

When you join our team:  

  • We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.   

  • We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.   

  • As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.   

  • As part of our co-op program, you will gain early access to Manulife John Hancock’s premier early talent program, GRO, tailored to graduating students! This program is designed to launch your career with the support, structure, and opportunities you need to thrive.  

 

Application Instructions: 

  • Submit your resume, cover letter, academic transcript, and work term evaluation (if any) in one PDF file. 

Salary range is expected to be between

$46,800.00 CAD - $62,400.00 CAD

The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. The annual salary will be pro-rated based on the length of the work-term.

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This posting supports an ongoing hiring initiative for existing and/or future vacancies.

We use data and analytics technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), and automated processing tools, to analyze and process the information you provide to us or third parties in the application process. For more information, please refer to our personal information collection statement.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact hr@manulife.com.

Working Arrangement

Hybrid
Key Skills
PythonPower BIData VisualizationProject ManagementRisk ForecastingMathematical CompetenciesFinancial CompetenciesWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTime ManagementAttention To Detail
Categories
Data & AnalyticsFinance & AccountingTechnologyManagement & Leadership
Benefits
Flexible EnvironmentWell-being SupportInclusion SupportEarly Talent Program Access