About this role
Company: CGL Department: Emerging Business Model (EBM) Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time (4 months) Work Model: Hybrid (2 days in office) Language: This role operates in English.
The Opportunity:
Imagine a world where insurance isn't a clunky afterthought but a seamless part of everyday life—from booking a trip to buying your first car. That's the power of embedded insurance, and we're on a mission to build it. Our team is working at the cutting edge of fintech, creating smooth, intuitive experiences that protect people exactly when and where they need it most.
As a co-op student, you won't just watch innovation happen—you'll help shape it. You'll collaborate with passionate professionals, gain hands-on experience in a rapidly growing field, and contribute to products that make a real-world difference. If you're excited by the intersection of technology, user experience, and making people's lives easier, we want you on this journey with us. Let's reinvent insurance—together.
Co-operators is looking for a Co-op Student in the Information Technology department located in Toronto, ON. This is a 4-8 month contract position.
How you will create impact:
• Develop and Innovate: Contribute to our system-based solution initiatives by coding, debugging, and refining applications.
• Collaborate and Learn: Work closely with experienced team members to estimate tasks, document processes, and support continuous process improvement.
• Test and Validate: Assist in unit testing, system validations, and user-acceptance testing to ensure our solutions meet high-quality standards.
• Plan and Execute: Help design and implement small to medium-scale features, and participate in developing efficient implementation and back-out strategies.
Technologies & Tools:
• Cloud & Services: Get hands-on with AWS Services and cloud computing fundamentals (experience with Azure is a plus).
• Programming & Testing: Engage with JavaScript technologies, Postman for API testing, and Okta for identity management.
• Additional Skills: Familiarity with Agile methodologies, DevOps practices, no-code/low-code platforms like Microsoft Power Platform, and SQL for database queries will help you shine.
• Other Languages: Python, JavaScript
To join our team:
• Currently enrolled in post-secondary studies in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• A strong desire to learn and a willingness to dive into both technical challenges and soft-skill development opportunities.
• Bonus assets include hands-on experience with Agile/DevOps, experience with AWS or Azure services, low-code/no-code platforms, Python, JavaScript, and SQL proficiency.
How you will succeed:
• Innovative Mindset: You're driven to streamline processes, influence positive change, and keep client-needs front and centre.
• Critical Thinker: Your analytical approach allows you to question assumptions, evaluate alternatives, and propose pragmatic solutions.
• Effective Communicator: You express ideas clearly and are open to exploring diverse perspectives, building trust along the way.
• Team Player: You understand the value of collaboration, and you're eager to both learn from and guide fellow team members.
What you need to know:
• Flexibility: While this role offers immense learning opportunities, please note that extended work hours—including evenings and weekends—may be required from time to time.
• Background Check: Employment is subject to a background check if you become our chosen candidate.
• Work Posture: Hybrid
What's in it for you?
This role is designed to be more than just another line on your resume; it's an immersive learning experience. Whether you're refining your coding expertise, enhancing your problem-solving strategies, or building invaluable interpersonal skills, you'll leave this co-op with a profound impact on your future career.
If you're enthusiastic about bridging the gap between classroom theories and real-world challenges, join us in shaping solutions that make a difference. We can't wait to see how your unique perspective and innovative ideas will help create value for our clients, communities, and your future!
Expected salary/hourly range $23-$27
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