Cloud Platform Engineer, Student Intern (Winter 2027 - 8 Months)

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan Trust Fund Company; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

HOOPP’s IT Enterprise Architecture, Network, Cloud and Data Platform Group is offering a Cloud Platform Co-op role in Toronto to support AI-powered development and AWS platform improvements. You will build automation, improve developer experiences, and contribute to secure, scalable platform solutions under senior engineers.

You will gain hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD, and cloud security while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a supportive engineering culture.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary co-op program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or a related field.
• Foundational knowledge of cloud computing with interest in AWS, AI and platform engineering.
• Basic programming or scripting experience in Python, PowerShell, Bash, JavaScript, TypeScript or a similar language.
• Familiarity with Git, APIs, automation, testing or software development fundamentals through coursework, projects or prior experience.
• Interest in generative AI, AI-assisted development, intelligent automation, or retrieval-based solutions.
• Strong teamwork, communication and collaboration skills, with curiosity, creativity and a willingness to listen, share feedback, challenge assumptions and learn.

Responsibilities

• Develop and test secure AWS platform improvements under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Build AI-powered prototypes, scripts and workflow automations that reduce repetitive operational work and improve developer experience.
• Use approved AI-assisted development tools for coding, testing, documentation and troubleshooting with appropriate security, privacy and human review.
• Contribute to Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD using Terraform, Git, ArgoCD and AWS-native automation services.
• Improve monitoring, logging, alerting, documentation, runbooks, and AI-assisted operational insights.
• Collaborate with Cloud Platform, Application Delivery, Architecture, Information Security, Network and Governance teams to share ideas, solve problems and deliver practical outcomes.
• Participate in team discussions, demos and knowledge-sharing sessions, and contribute constructively to a supportive engineering culture.
• Research emerging cloud-native and AI technologies, develop proof-of-concepts, and present concise findings and recommendations.
• Follow cloud security, access management, change management, data handling and cost-management practices.

Skills

Python

PowerShell

Bash

JavaScript

TypeScript

Git

APIs

Automation

Testing

Software development fundamentals

Education

Post-secondary co-op program in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Terraform

CI/CD

Containers

Kubernetes

Monitoring tools

AWS

Job description

Why you’ll love working here

high-performance, people-focused culture our commitment that equity, diversity and inclusion are fundamental to our work environment and business success, which helps employees feel valued and empowered to be their authentic selves learning and development initiatives, including workshops, Speaker Series events and access to LinkedIn Learning, that support employees’ career growth optional membership in HOOPP’s world class defined benefit pension plan, which can serve as an important part of your retirement security virtual fitness, yoga and meditation classes, nutritional consultations and wellness seminars flexible hybrid work model that embraces remote work the opportunity to make a difference and help take care of those who care for us, by providing a financially secure retirement for Ontario healthcare workers

Job Summary

HOOPP’s IT Enterprise Architecture, Network, Cloud and Data Platform Group delivers secure, reliable and governed cloud platform capabilities for business-critical teams. We foster a collaborative, practical and innovation-driven culture focused on creative problem-solving, continuous improvement and customer value. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Cloud Platform, the Cloud Platform Co-op Student will support AI-powered development and AWS platform improvement. Working closely with experienced engineers and cross-functional partners, you will help build automation, improve developer and operational experiences, and contribute to secure, scalable and well-governed AWS platform solutions.

What you will do

Develop and test secure AWS platform improvements under the guidance of senior engineers.

Build AI-powered prototypes, scripts and workflow automations that reduce repetitive operational work and improve developer experience.

Use approved AI-assisted development tools for coding, testing, documentation and troubleshooting with appropriate security, privacy and human review.

Contribute to Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD using Terraform, Git, ArgoCD and AWS-native automation services.

Improve monitoring, logging, alerting, documentation, runbooks, and AI-assisted operational insights.

Collaborate with Cloud Platform, Application Delivery, Architecture, Information Security, Network and Governance teams to share ideas, solve problems and deliver practical outcomes.

Participate in team discussions, demos and knowledge-sharing sessions, and contribute constructively to a supportive engineering culture.

Research emerging cloud-native and AI technologies, develop proof-of-concepts, and present concise findings and recommendations.

Follow cloud security, access management, change management, data handling and cost-management practices.

What you will bring

Currently enrolled in a post-secondary co-op program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology or a related field.

Foundational knowledge of cloud computing with interest in AWS, AI and platform engineering.

Basic programming or scripting experience in Python, PowerShell, Bash, JavaScript, TypeScript or a similar language.

Familiarity with Git, APIs, automation, testing or software development fundamentals through coursework, projects or prior experience.

Interest in generative AI, AI-assisted development, intelligent automation, or retrieval-based solutions.

Strong teamwork, communication and collaboration skills, with curiosity, creativity and a willingness to listen, share feedback, challenge assumptions and learn.

Innovative mindset with the ability to connect ideas, explore new approaches and turn prototypes into practical platform improvements.

Ability to organize work, adapt to changing priorities and deliver assigned outcomes within the four-month term.

Exposure to Terraform, CI/CD, containers, Kubernetes, monitoring tools, cloud security or AWS certifications is an asset.

The expected hourly rate range for this role is $21.00 to $31.00 The actual hourly rate offered to the successful candidate may vary based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, individual's expertise and level of experience applicable to the role they are being offered.

This job posting is for a newly created role.

About HOOPP

Founded in 1960 by the Ontario Hospital Association, the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) is one of Canada’s strongest and most stable defined benefit pension plans. For over 65 years, HOOPP has delivered on its pension promise to Ontario’s healthcare workers, now serving more than 504,000 members and 870 employers across the province. With offices in Toronto and London, HOOPP manages a global, diversified multi-asset portfolio. One of Canada’s Maple 8 pension plans, HOOPP oversees $132 billion in assets and remains fully funded, supported by strong risk-adjusted returns, stable contribution rates for more than 20 years and independent governance.

Our strength is powered by our people who bring HOOPP’s mission, vision and values to life and play a crucial role in helping us succeed. We are a purpose-driven organization committed to building an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace where different perspectives drive better outcomes. We look for talented, forward-thinking individuals who want their work to have real impact on the lives of others. We believe an equitable, diverse and inclusive (EDI) workplace is integral to cultivating a positive culture. We integrate fair and inclusive practices into our programs and processes, creating equal opportunity and establishing a consistent employee experience across our organization.

If you need accommodation at any point in our recruitment process, please advise your recruiter or email us [e-mail] we will be happy to consult with you so that arrangements can be made for reasonable accommodation.