Top Benefits
About the role
Our student and new graduate programs offer a chance to explore Sun Life from the inside. You’ll make a difference in the lives of our customers and communities, while building the skills and experience that allow you to grow in a meaningful and rewarding way.
Job Description Winter & Summer 2026: January - August 2026 This role reports to the Director, Value Proposition Design. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the needs of the team, including helping in the development of new value propositions and program management.
What will you do?
- Assist with research related to value proposition development, including competitive intelligence on related companies, experiences and/or products
- Analyze the competitive landscape and existing product offerings related to Sun Life programs
- Contribute to UX communications (Client/participant facing) for new and existing programs
- Support content creation and refinement of design materials, including program interaction models, presentations, leadership updates and workshop slides, among other tasks
- Assist with on-going program management including maintaining documents, tracking deadlines, creating meeting agendas and taking meeting minutes for in-flight work
- Contribute to ideation and brainstorming sessions for new design concepts
- Help to document design guidelines and processes
- Support design workshops by contributing to agenda development, slide creation and facilitation
What do you need to succeed?
- University degree in Business, Design/XD/UX, or other business-related discipline.
- Excellent collaboration skills and the ability to work in a team environment
- Strong research, oral and written communication, and presentation skills
- An agile mindset, with the ability to adapt to an ever-changing environment
- A passion for putting Clients at the centre
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with design principles and client-driven work
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong organization skills
- Ability to work independently on assignments in an agile environment
What is in it for you?
- At Sun Life, you will be joining a purpose driven organization focused on helping Canadian’s achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives.
- As a student, you’ll make a real impact by contributing to meaningful work, gaining valuable experience and actively working towards your team’s goals.
- You’ll join our unique student culture, designed to help you grow both personally and professionally beyond your role. We offer professional development workshops, student awards, socials and many more exciting opportunities.
- We are honored to be recognized as Canada’s Best Employers for Recent Graduates and Canada's Best Workplaces by Great Place to Work in 2025.
- Your student journey is just the beginning and we're proud to help many who choose Sun Life to transition into permanent roles after graduation.
The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted for. The Base Pay which you will be considered for will vary depending on the Campus program you are selected for.
Eligible Sun Life employees for various Campus Graduate programs will also participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance.
Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our Clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.
Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to thebrightside@sunlife.com.
We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business, our Clients and you! Several work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.
We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted for. The Base Pay which you will be considered for will vary depending on the Campus program you are selected for.
Eligible Sun Life employees for various Campus Graduate programs will also participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance
Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our Clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.
Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request to thebrightside@sunlife.com.
We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business, our Clients and you! Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.
We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Category Temporary Employee
Posting End Date 04/11/2025
About Sun Life
Top Benefits
About the role
Our student and new graduate programs offer a chance to explore Sun Life from the inside. You’ll make a difference in the lives of our customers and communities, while building the skills and experience that allow you to grow in a meaningful and rewarding way.
Job Description Winter & Summer 2026: January - August 2026 This role reports to the Director, Value Proposition Design. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the needs of the team, including helping in the development of new value propositions and program management.
What will you do?
- Assist with research related to value proposition development, including competitive intelligence on related companies, experiences and/or products
- Analyze the competitive landscape and existing product offerings related to Sun Life programs
- Contribute to UX communications (Client/participant facing) for new and existing programs
- Support content creation and refinement of design materials, including program interaction models, presentations, leadership updates and workshop slides, among other tasks
- Assist with on-going program management including maintaining documents, tracking deadlines, creating meeting agendas and taking meeting minutes for in-flight work
- Contribute to ideation and brainstorming sessions for new design concepts
- Help to document design guidelines and processes
- Support design workshops by contributing to agenda development, slide creation and facilitation
What do you need to succeed?
- University degree in Business, Design/XD/UX, or other business-related discipline.
- Excellent collaboration skills and the ability to work in a team environment
- Strong research, oral and written communication, and presentation skills
- An agile mindset, with the ability to adapt to an ever-changing environment
- A passion for putting Clients at the centre
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with design principles and client-driven work
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong organization skills
- Ability to work independently on assignments in an agile environment
What is in it for you?
- At Sun Life, you will be joining a purpose driven organization focused on helping Canadian’s achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives.
- As a student, you’ll make a real impact by contributing to meaningful work, gaining valuable experience and actively working towards your team’s goals.
- You’ll join our unique student culture, designed to help you grow both personally and professionally beyond your role. We offer professional development workshops, student awards, socials and many more exciting opportunities.
- We are honored to be recognized as Canada’s Best Employers for Recent Graduates and Canada's Best Workplaces by Great Place to Work in 2025.
- Your student journey is just the beginning and we're proud to help many who choose Sun Life to transition into permanent roles after graduation.
The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted for. The Base Pay which you will be considered for will vary depending on the Campus program you are selected for.
Eligible Sun Life employees for various Campus Graduate programs will also participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance.
Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our Clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.
Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process or those needing job postings in an alternative format may e-mail a request to thebrightside@sunlife.com.
We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business, our Clients and you! Several work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.
We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted for. The Base Pay which you will be considered for will vary depending on the Campus program you are selected for.
Eligible Sun Life employees for various Campus Graduate programs will also participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance
Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our Clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.
Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request to thebrightside@sunlife.com.
We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business, our Clients and you! Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.
We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Category Temporary Employee
Posting End Date 04/11/2025