Summer Intern 2027 - Software Engineering (12 Months)

Job summary

The intern will contribute to the development, testing, and maintenance of scalable software applications within a collaborative team. They will also participate in code reviews and assist in feature development to support business and customer solutions.

Job details

At Manulife John Hancock, we believe in investing in the future – starting with you. Our internship program is your launchpad to success, offering the support, structure, and exciting opportunities you need to thrive and make your mark. As a Software Engineering Intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience developing applications and systems that support business and customer solutions. You’ll work with modern development tools and frameworks to build scalable, high-quality software while contributing to the full software development lifecycle. We offer multiple roles within this program, providing support from our diverse, passionate, and talented technology teams. You'll receive guidance from skilled technical leaders who value your teamwork and coordination abilities, and gain exposure to industry-leading, enterprise technologies. We are currently looking for highly motivated students to join us in our Waterloo, Ontario, Canada office for a 12-month co-op/internship, running from April 29th, 2027 – April 27th, 2028. This is a hybrid position, where you are expected to be in the office Tuesday-Thursday, with the opportunity to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Position Responsibilities: Contribute to a team of engineers focused on building scalable, reliable applications Support application development, testing, and debugging efforts Assist in feature development and system enhancements Collaborate with engineering and business teams to build user-focused solutions Participate in code reviews and maintain code quality standards Support deployment, monitoring, and ongoing application maintenance Required Qualifications: Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field Experience with at least one programming language (e.g., Java, Python, Go, JavaScript) Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git, Bitbucket) Strong communication skills and willingness to learn in a collaborative environment Preferred Qualifications: Exposure to software frameworks, libraries, or development tools Understanding of software development lifecycle and best practices Familiarity with APIs, web services, or application architecture 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 internship 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. Note: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Please note the salary range is expected to be between $52,650 CAD to $70,200 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 #LI-Hybrid 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

What you’ll do

The intern will contribute to the development, testing, and maintenance of scalable software applications within a collaborative team. They will also participate in code reviews and assist in feature development to support business and customer solutions.

Requirements

Candidates must be currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Proficiency in at least one programming language and familiarity with version control systems are required.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment • Early talent program access • Professional development support • Inclusive work environment

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Go · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• JavaScript · Preferred
• Java · Preferred
• Git · Preferred
• Python · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Software engineering
• Java
• Python
• Go
• JavaScript
• Git
• Bitbucket
• Application development
• Debugging
• Code reviews
• System enhancements
• API
• Web services
• Software development lifecycle
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Go (Programming Language)
• Git (Version Control System)
• Willingness To Learn
• Software Frameworks
• Information Gathering
• Self-Motivation
• Java (Programming Language)
• JavaScript (Programming Language)
• Application Programming Interface (API)
• Artificial Intelligence
• Applications Architecture
• Application Development
• Version Control
• Code Review
• Computer Science
• Software Development Life Cycle
• Programming Tools
• International Finance
• Scalability
• Python (Programming Language)
• Software Engineering
• Web Services
• Coordinating
• Coding Standards and Governance

Job areas

• Software
• Technology
• Engineering
• Finance & Accounting
• Software Engineering Intern
• Software Developer / Engineer
• Software Developers