About the role#
Join the Data Enablement & Analytics team to transform manual tasks into automated solutions. You will work alongside Finance and Reporting teams to build tools that improve efficiency and reduce risk. This is a paid, full-time co-op position for the Winter 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Develop automation solutions using Python, PowerShell, and VBA.
- Automate data extraction, validation, reconciliation, and reporting processes.
- Partner with business teams to identify new automation opportunities.
- Troubleshoot and enhance existing automation solutions.
- Create technical documentation and user guides for your work.
- Support testing, deployment, and continuous improvement initiatives.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a co-op program for Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
- Experience with Python, PowerShell, VBA, and SQL gained through coursework or projects.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- A genuine interest in process improvement and automation.
- Familiarity with Git, Power BI, Tableau, Power Automate, or APIs is an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: Waterloo, Ontario.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Note: This role does not offer sponsorship.
About Sun Life
Sun Life is a financial services organization founded in 1865. It provides insurance and investment products to clients across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Hong Kong, the Philippines, and Indonesia. The company is based in Toronto and maintains a global workforce of more than 38,000 employees. It operates as a public company.
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