Student, Automation Specialist (Winter 2027)

At Sun Life, we’re driven by our Purpose: helping our  Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. Our values shape how we work: caring, authentic, bold, inspiring, and impactful.  

Our student and new graduate programs offer a chance to explore Sun Life from the inside. You’ll make a difference in the lives of our customers and communities, while building the skills and experience that allow you to grow in a meaningful and rewarding way.

Job Description:

This opportunity is available to students with a graduation date of April 2027 or later

Join the Data Enablement & Analytics team and help transform manual processes into automated solutions. You will work with Finance and Reporting teams to develop tools using Python, PowerShell, VBA, SQL, and Microsoft 365 technologies that improve efficiency, reduce risk, and create measurable business value.

Description of Role 

• Develop automation solutions using Python, PowerShell, and VBA. 

• Automate data extraction, validation, reconciliation, and reporting processes. 

• Partner with business teams to identify automation opportunities. 

• Troubleshoot and enhance existing automation solutions. 

• Create technical documentation and user guides. 

• Support testing, deployment, and continuous improvement initiatives. 

Education and Experience 

• Enrolled in a Co-op program in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related field. 

• Experience through coursework or projects with Python, PowerShell, VBA, and SQL. 

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. 

• Interest in process improvement and automation. 

Nice to Have 

• Experience with Git, Power BI, Tableau, Power Automate, or APIs. 

• Understanding of data analytics and reporting concepts. 

What's in it for you? 

• Build solutions used by real business teams. 

• Gain hands-on experience in enterprise automation. 

• Develop skills in modern scripting and automation technologies. 

• Deliver projects with measurable operational impact. 

The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted for. The Base Pay which you will be considered for will vary depending on the Campus program you are selected for.

Eligible Sun Life employees for various Campus Graduate programs will also participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance

Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our Clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request to thebrightside@sunlife.com.

We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business, our Clients and you.

We may use artificial intelligence to support candidate sourcing, screening, interview scheduling.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Category:

Temporary Employee

Posting End Date:

17/09/2026