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Canada Life

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • IT & Cybersecurity
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should have financial management skills, project management tool experience, be pursuing relevant education, be a team player, and possess strong analysis, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
  • You will collaborate with teams, consult on projects, improve processes, manage project plans, execute Agile methodologies, and provide updates to leadership while supporting resource management.

Requirements

  • Have strong skills/interest in the financial and budget management of initiatives
  • Have experience in any of the project management tools is a plus:
  • MS Project
  • JIRA
  • Confluence
  • Clarity
  • MS Visio
  • Are in the process of completing relevant post secondary education within a Computer Science/Engineering/Mgmt discipline
  • Are a team player, and have solid teamwork / collaboration skills
  • Have strong analysis and problem-solving skills
  • Are self motivated to learn new technologies and applications
  • Have the ability to manage and report on the status of individual tasks
  • Can communicate effectively, both oral and written
  • Have experience working within a formally organized group or team (considered an asset)
  • Have relevant work, school, and/or volunteering experience (considered an asset)

Responsibilities

  • Join us in a fun, friendly, team-oriented hybrid environment, working closely with a coach/mentor;
  • Provide consulting on project initiatives including business case preparation and developing creative/alternative approaches to problem resolution;
  • Work closely with a variety of tech and business stakeholders in the Workplace Solutions space and assist with improving the current processes;
  • Collaborate with project teams to ensure business needs and outcomes of the project are achieved;
  • Learn and execute on the Agile methodology of work execution.
  • Provide timely updates to the leadership teams as applicable for the workstreams assigned;
  • Contribute learning from education experience to practical process improvement opportunities;
  • Support resource requirement identification and expectation management
  • Create project plans and manage dependencies in accordance with project team needs

FAQs

Is this position suitable for students?

Yes, this position is specifically designated as a student opportunity.

What will be the primary responsibilities in this role?

The primary responsibilities include providing consulting on project initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders, creating project plans, and executing on the Agile methodology.

What project management tools are preferred for this position?

Experience with project management tools such as MS Project, JIRA, Confluence, Clarity, and MS Visio is considered a plus for this position.

What type of work environment should I expect?

You can expect a fun, friendly, team-oriented hybrid environment, working closely with a coach or mentor.

What educational background is required for this role?

Candidates should be in the process of completing relevant post-secondary education within a Computer Science, Engineering, or Management discipline.

How will my salary be determined as a student?

The base salary for the student position will depend on the number of work terms you have completed and other factors related to your program.

What skills are essential for success in this role?

Essential skills include strong teamwork and collaboration abilities, analysis and problem-solving skills, self-motivation to learn new technologies, and effective communication skills.

Will there be opportunities for feedback and mentorship in this position?

Yes, you will be working closely with a coach/mentor who will provide guidance and support.

How will my progress and contributions be monitored?

You will be expected to manage and report on the status of individual tasks and provide timely updates to the leadership teams for the assigned workstreams.

What type of company culture does Canada Life promote?

Canada Life promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents, aiming to improve the well-being of Canadians.

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Canada Life

Helping Canadians improve their financial, physical and mental well-being.

Finance
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1847
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At Canada Life, we’re focused on improving the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. Whether handling policy claims, help growing and protecting clients’ retirement and investment savings, providing workplace mental health support for all employers or helping build stronger communities by investing in community projects, we are committed to putting the customer first in all that we do. That trust is built on the dedication, skill and energy of our employees and advisors and their commitment to our customers and to our communities. Canada Life is a subsidiary of Great-West Lifeco Inc. and is a member of the Power Corporation group of companies.