Software Developer (Student Position)

This is a student position that is 4months in duration for the term: May-August. You must be a student registered in a Canadian College or University. 

This position is for students returning to school after their work term or requiring a placement as requirements for graduation. While not required, preference will be given to students enrolled in a registered Co-op program. 

Applicants are required to submit both their resume and their most recent unofficial transcript as part of the application process.  

We are looking for Software Developer Students who are eager to learn, build real-world systems, and contribute to meaningful software solutions in a collaborative environment. This student position provides hands-on experience working with modern and evolving technologies while being supported by experienced developers and mentors.

You 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.

What You’ll Do

• Work within an agile, team-oriented environment to support, maintain, and enhance software applications

• Participate in phases of the software lifecycle, including:

  • Design and development

  • Integration and testing

  • Deployment and transition to production

  • Maintenance and production support

• Troubleshoot application issues and contribute to root-cause analysis and permanent solutions

• Collaborate with developers, analysts, architects, and business partners

• Perform functional and technical testing to ensure quality and compatibility

• Use version control, collaboration, and issue-tracking tools as part of daily work

• Apply learning from your academic experience to real-world technical and process improvements

What You’ll Be Working With

You may work with some of the following technologies or tools (experience in all is not required):

• Programming & Frameworks:
  Modern JavaScript/TypeScript, Java, C#/.NET, Python, VB6, or similar languages

• Web & Application Development:
  Front-end frameworks, back-end services, APIs, and microservices

• Databases & Data:
  Relational and non-relational databases (e.g., SQL-based or NoSQL platforms)

• Developer Tools & Practices:
  Version control (e.g., Git), IDEs, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing

• Collaboration & Delivery Tools:
  Jira, Confluence, Teams, SharePoint, or similar platforms

• Platforms & Environments (team dependent):
  Cloud, containerized, or mainframe environments

What You Bring

• Currently 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

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

• A willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to change

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team

• Clear communication skills (written and verbal)

• Good organizational skills and the ability to manage assigned tasks

• Reliability Status Security Clearance – this can only be completed with candidates who receive an offer of employment. This is a personal security status that is required as a condition of employment before an employee can gain access to Protected B information, assets or work sites as outlined by the Government of Canada  website.  The cost of submitting these checks will be covered by Canada Life.  

Nice to Have (Assets)

• Previous internship, co-op, academic project, or volunteer experience related to software development

• Exposure to:

  • Open-source projects

  • Cloud or container technologies

  • Automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, deployment processes

  • Data analysis or reporting

  • Agile development practices

  • HTML/CSS, REST APIs, and integration pipelines

• Familiarity with:

  • ServiceNow or ITIL concepts

  • Microsoft PowerApps, Power BI dashboards, or Microsoft Access

• Academic or project exposure to:

  • Deep learning, Transformers, PyTorch/TensorFlow

  • Large Language Model (LLM) techniques (e.g., prompt engineering, context engineering, LoRA/QLoRA fine-tuning, RAG)

  • Core mathematics (calculus, linear algebra, statistics, probability)

  • Technical computing and scientific programming (Python/NumPy/SciPy, MATLAB/Octave, C++)

Why Join Us

• Gain hands-on experience building and supporting real production systems

• Learn from experienced developers through coaching and mentorship

• Work with a diverse range of technologies and teams

• Build practical skills that complement your academic program

• Make a tangible impact while developing your professional network

The base salary for this position is between  $43,400 - $71,900 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.

For 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. 

 Career 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.

Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You’re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences. 

Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.

Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. 

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. 

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 Canada Life policies. 

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

Requisition ID:  5309

Category:  Students and New Graduates

Location: Toronto, ON, CA Regina, SK, CA Winnipeg, MB, CA London, ON, CA

Date:  Feb 9, 2026