Winter Co-op 2027 - HR

At Manulife John Hancock, we believe in investing in the future – starting with you. Our HR Winter Co-op is your launchpad to success, offering the support, structure, and exciting opportunities you need to thrive and make your mark.

Our HR Winter Co-op provides ambitious HR career entrants with a fast-track experience on a path that delivers hands-on skill-building and breadth of knowledge on key HR functions.  Our goal is to hire excellent students, give them exposure to a variety of HR roles, and the opportunity to interact with geographically and culturally diverse cross-functional teams. You’ll be assigned to one of our key HR areas.

Please note that your application will be considered for multiple positions within this job posting.

Position Responsibilities:

• Work alongside an experienced team to assist in areas such as talent solutions, learning initiatives, recruitment and related HR programs and projects.

• Collaborate as part of an Intern Cohort on a HR project of significance to the business.

• Support on projects that will be real-world solutioning for potential implementation (for example, research, design and develop a consistent approach to engagement of remote workers etc.).

• Your work will be meaningful, you’ll be coached by peers, team-mates, and mentored by senior HR leaders to guide your development on the way.

• You’ll have access to business leaders for perspective, and we will open every door possible to ensure your experience is truly valuable.

• Post-graduation, our Intern alumni will have the opportunity to apply for our HR Acceleration Program (HRAP), a 2-year rotational program of comprising four x 6-month assignments through high-impact HR functional areas HR Business Partnering, People Analytics, DEI, Global Learning, Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, or another HR functional areas.

Required Qualifications: 

• Currently pursuing a degree in HR/HR-related program.

• Strong problem-solving skills, critical thinking/sound judgement.

• Excellent communication/relationship skills.

• A focus on identifying ways to improve the current state.

• Can communicate clearly and confidently to influence through data and sound reasoning.

• A natural curiosity to learn and the ability to apply learned skills.

• Able to plan, organize and implement process improvements and/or projects.

When you join our team:  

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.   

• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.   

• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.   

• As part of our co-op program, you will gain early access to Manulife John Hancock’s premier early talent program, GRO, tailored to graduating students! This program is designed to launch your career with the support, structure, and opportunities you need to thrive.  

Application Instructions: 

• Submit your resume, cover letter, academic transcript, and work term evaluation (if any) in one PDF file.