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This student position provides hands-on experience working with modern and evolving technologies while being supported by experienced developers and mentors.\nYou will join a software development team and contribute to the design, development, testing, and support of applications that power our business. Depending on the team, your work may span front-end, back-end, full-stack, data, platform, or integration solutions.\nWhat You’ll Do\nWork within an agile, team-oriented environment to support, maintain, and enhance software applications\nParticipate in phases of the software lifecycle, including:Design and development\nIntegration and testing\nDeployment and transition to production\nMaintenance and production support\n\nTroubleshoot application issues and contribute to root-cause analysis and permanent solutions\nCollaborate with developers, analysts, architects, and business partners\nPerform functional and technical testing to ensure quality and compatibility\nUse version control, collaboration, and issue-tracking tools as part of daily work\nApply learning from your academic experience to real-world technical and process improvements\nWhat You’ll Be Working With\nYou may work with some of the following technologies or tools (experience in all is not required):\nProgramming & Frameworks:Modern JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, C#/.NET, Python, VB6, or similar languages\n\nWeb & Application Development:Front-end frameworks, back-end services, APIs, and microservices\n\nDatabases & Data:Relational and non-relational databases (e.g., SQL-based or NoSQL platforms)\n\nDeveloper Tools & Practices:Version control (e.g., Git), IDEs, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing\n\nCollaboration & Delivery Tools:Jira, Confluence, Teams, SharePoint, or similar platforms\n\nPlatforms & Environments (team dependent):Cloud, containerized, or mainframe environments\n\nWhat You Bring\nCurrently in your second-year or higher and pursuing a post-secondary degree or diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline\nStrong problem-solving and analytical skills\nA willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to change\nAbility to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team\nClear communication skills (written and verbal)\nGood organizational skills and the ability to manage assigned tasks\nNice to Have (Assets)\nPrevious internship, co-op, academic project, or volunteer experience related to software development\nExposure to: \nOpen-source projects\nCloud or container technologies\nAutomated testing, CI/CD pipelines, deployment processes\nData analysis or reporting\nAgile development practices\nHTML/CSS, REST APIs, and integration pipelines\nFamiliarity with: \nServiceNow or ITIL concepts\nMicrosoft PowerApps, Power BI dashboards, or Microsoft Access\nAcademic or project exposure to: \nDeep learning, Transformers, PyTorch/TensorFlow\nLarge Language Model (LLM) techniques (e.g., prompt engineering, context engineering, LoRA/QLoRA fine-tuning, RAG)\nCore mathematics (calculus, linear algebra, statistics, probability)\nTechnical computing and scientific programming (Python/NumPy/SciPy, MATLAB/Octave, C++)\nWhy Join Us\nGain hands-on experience building and supporting real production systems\nLearn from experienced developers through coaching and mentorship\nWork with a diverse range of technologies and teams\nBuild practical skills that complement your academic program\nMake a tangible impact while developing your professional network\n-\nThe base salary for this position is between $45,600 - $68,400 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.\nFor our student opportunities, the base salary will be dependent on the number of work terms you have completed along with other factors depending on your program.\nCareer opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.\nGrow with Canada Life\nWe’re united by a shared purpose: to improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. Our company is trusted by 1 in 3 Canadians and contributes to the strength of communities across the country. \nWe’re looking for people who live our values everyday: we step up, we do the right thing, and we deliver - for our customers, communities and each other. Are you someone who always strives to do the right thing, who steps up for themselves and others, and who delivers with impact? Then we want to hear from you!\nWhat we offer:\nWe’re committed to supporting our employees through every stage of their career. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time or part-time permanent team member:\nCareer Development: Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry-leading learning programs and up to $2,000 annually towards education reimbursement. \nHealth & Wellness: Flexible health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well-being. \nTime Off: In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day. \nFinancial Security: Company-matching pension plan, share ownership program and additional investment options. \nRewards and Recognition: Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more! \n Emphasis on Community: We provide a workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events. \nLearn more about Canada Life.\nWe’re committed to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. 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