This is a student position that is 4 months 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 a Data Engineer Student who is interested in building connected, trusted, and well-governed data assets that support analytics and business decision-making across the organization. This role plays a key part in enabling our data vision: unlocking the power of connected data to deliver continuous value for customers, partners, and teams; built on trust and integrity.
As part of a collaborative, agile data team, you will design and develop data products, support enterprise data discovery and analysis, and help ensure our datasets meet organizational data governance and quality standards. This is an excellent opportunity for students who are passionate about data engineering, cloud technologies, and solving real business challenges with data.
What You’ll Do
- Develop connected data products that support Canadian business needs and enterprise self-service analytics
- Design, enrich, and publish reliable datasets within appropriate controls—helping create a “one-stop shop” for Canadian data
- Build and maintain a data asset inventory, ensuring data is discoverable and easily leveraged across the company
- Document critical data elements including lineage, classification, and usage to help build connected data assets (a “Google for Canada Life data”)
- Conduct data discovery and analysis to understand dataset behaviours, identify trends, and uncover actionable insights
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including the core data squad and business partners, in an agile and highly cooperative environment
- Share and communicate your work, presenting solutions and learnings to peers and leadership and participating in communities of practice
What You Bring
- Currently in your second-year or higher and pursuing a post-secondary degree or diploma in Data & Analytics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline
- Applied experience in data management (coursework or projects count—formal specialization is an asset)
- Experience with SQL, Python, or Power BI (considered assets)
- Working knowledge of Azure cloud technologies, such as Azure Data Factory, Databricks, or Synapse
- Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills
- An agile and customer-focused mindset with a practical approach to problem-solving
- Curiosity, adaptability, and a passion for continuous learning
Why Join Us
- Contribute directly to building enterprise-level data products that power insight and decision-making
- Gain hands-on experience with modern cloud and data engineering technologies
- Learn from experienced data engineers and analysts through coaching and collaboration
- Build technical, analytical, and communication skills that support future roles in data engineering, analytics, or data science
- Work in an environment that values exploration, innovation, and continuous improvement
The base salary for this position is between $45,600 - $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.
Grow with Canada Life
We’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.
We’re looking for people who live our values every day: 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!
What we offer:
We’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:
- Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry-leading learning programs and up to?$2,000 annually towards education reimbursement.
- Health & Wellness: Flexible health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well-being.
- Time Off: In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day.
- Financial Security: Company-matching pension plan,?share ownership program and additional?investment options.
- Rewards and Recognition: Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!
- Emphasis on Community: We provide a workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events.
Learn more about Canada Life.
We’re committed to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com. All information provided will be handled in accordance 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.