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This is a student position that is 4months in duration for the term(s): January - April. 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):

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

Robust 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

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

HTML/CSS, REST APIs, and integration pipelines

Familiarity with:

ServiceNow or ITIL concepts

Academic or project exposure to:

Deep learning, Transformers, PyTorch/TensorFlow

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 skilled network

Grow with Canada Life
We’reunited by a shared purpose: to improve the financial,physicaland mental well-beingof Canadians. Our company is trusted by 1 in 3 Canadians and contributes to the strength of communities across the country.

We’relooking for people who live our values everyday: we step up, we do the right thing, and we deliver – for our customers,communitiesand 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 annuallytowardseducation reimbursement.

Health & Wellness :Adaptable health and dental benefits,plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well‑being.

Time Off :In addition to regular vacation andpersonal days,we support communityinvolvement with avolunteer day.

Financial Security :Company-matching pension plan,share ownership program andadditionalinvestment options.

Rewards and Recognition :Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!

Emphasis onCommunity :We provide aworkplace whereemployeesfeel connected and supported throughEmployee Resource Groups (ERGs),mentorshipprograms,socialclubsandevents.

We’recommitted to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact [email protected]. All information provided will be handledin accordance withapplicable laws and Canada Life policies.

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

The 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.

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.

Location: London, ON, CA

Date: Oct 5, 2026

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📌 Software Developer (Student Position) (Ontario)
🏢 Canada Life Group
📍 Ontario