Student, Process Automation Analyst (Winter 2027)

Sun Life Financial; Southwestern Ontario, King; Hybrid; CAD 42,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Mentorship within VRO

Professional development workshops

Job summary

Sun Life Financial is seeking a Student Analyst – Process Automation to support Digital Platforms Modernization and the VRO. You will help design, build, and test automated workflows and contribute to improvements in operational efficiency and user experience.

The role involves learning mainframe contexts while applying low-code tools like Power Automate and ServiceNow, collaborating with cross‑functional teams in an Agile environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in CS/Engineering/IS/Business Tech Management or related field.
• Interest in process automation and workflow design.
• Familiar with Power Automate, Power Platform, ServiceNow or similar tools.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills.
• Able to document processes, test workflows, and validate results.

Responsibilities

• Meet with stakeholders to understand workflows and automation opportunities.
• Document requirements, personas, and user stories for workflow automation.
• Map current and future state processes.
• Build and test automated workflows using Power Automate/ServiceNow.
• Create templates and best-practice automation patterns.
• Follow development and change management standards.
• Develop and execute test cases; identify and log defects.
• Create workflow documentation, SOPs, and reference guides.
• Collaborate in Agile ceremonies and with product owners and developers.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Problem solving

Communication skills

Curiosity/initiative

Documentation skills

Education

Currently enrolled in Computer Science or related field

Graduation date April 2027 or later

Tools

Microsoft Power Automate

Power Platform

ServiceNow automation

Miro

Lucidchart/Lucid

Visio

Python

JavaScript

Job description

At Sun Life, we’re driven by our Purpose: helping our Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. Our values shape how we work: caring, authentic, bold, inspiring, and impactful. Our student and new graduate programs offer a chance to explore Sun Life from the inside. You’ll make a difference in the lives of our customers and communities, while building the skills and experience that allow you to grow in a meaningful and rewarding way.

Process Automation Analyst – Job Description

Join Sun Life’s Digital Platforms Modernization Mainframe Services and Value Realization Office (VRO) for a hands‑on role designing, building, and testing workflow automations that help modernize our business processes. As a Student Analyst – Process Automation, you will support our teams by improving operational efficiency, enhancing internal user experience, and contributing to automation initiatives using tools such as Microsoft Power Automate, ServiceNow, Power Platform, and other internal automation ecosystems, all while learning about the mainframe environment and what it takes to power a large corporation. This role is ideal for a student who enjoys problem solving, process improvement, and applying technology to real‑world business challenges.

What You’ll Do

Process & Requirements Analysis

• Meet with stakeholders to understand workflows, pain points, and automation opportunities
• Document requirements, personas, and user stories for workflow automation
• Map current‑state and future‑state processes

Automation Development

• Build and test automated workflows using Microsoft Power Automate, ServiceNow automation, or similar tools
• Create reusable templates and best‑practice automation patterns
• Follow defined development and change management standards

Testing & Quality Assurance

• Develop and execute test cases to validate automation behaviour
• Identify, log, and troubleshoot defects
• Work with developers and SMEs to ensure solutions meet requirements

Documentation & Reporting

• Create workflow documentation, SOPs, and reference guides
• Assist in reporting automation or dashboard development

Team Collaboration

• Participate in Agile ceremonies (standups, planning, demos, retros)
• Collaborate with product owners, architects, analysts, and automation developers
• Escalate blockers early and contribute to continuous improvement

What You Bring

• Currently enrolled in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Business Tech Management, Math, or a related field
• Strong interest in process automation and workflow design with a curiosity to learn about delivery processes
• Comfort working with tools like Microsoft Power Automate, Power Platform, ServiceNow, or similar
• Analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving skills
• Ability to document processes, test workflows, and validate results
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Curiosity, initiative, and desire to learn new tools and technologies
• A graduation date of April 2027 or later

Nice to Have

• Experience with low‑code/no‑code tools
• Familiarity with APIs, connectors, or data integrations and AI frameworks
• Understanding of Agile practices
• Experience with process mapping tools (Miro, Lucid, Visio)
• Basic scripting (Python, JavaScript) considered an asset

What You’ll Gain

• Real experience building and releasing automations used by Sun Life teams
• Knowledge of the mainframe platform
• Exposure to enterprise‑scale modernization and digital transformation work and the role the VRO plays to delivery at scale
• Skill development in automation, process analysis, testing, and documentation
• Opportunity to present deliverables to leaders and stakeholders
• A supportive learning environment and mentorship within the VRO
• Insight into how automation accelerates Sun Life’s technology and business strategy

What's in it for you?

At Sun Life, you will be joining a purpose driven organization focused on helping Canadian’s achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. As a student, you’ll make a real impact by contributing to meaningful work, gaining valuable experience and actively working towards your team’s goals. You’ll join our unique student culture, designed to help you grow both personally and professionally beyond your role. We offer professional development workshops, student awards, socials and many more exciting opportunities. We are honored to be recognized as Canada’s Best Employers for Recent Graduates and Canada's Best Workplaces by Great Place to Work in 2025. Your student journey is just the beginning and we're proud to help many who choose Sun Life to transition into permanent roles after graduation.

The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted for. The Base Pay which you will be considered for will vary depending on the Campus program you are selected for. Eligible Sun Life employees for various Campus Graduate programs will also participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance.

Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our Clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds. Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request to [e-mail]. We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business, our Clients and you. We may use artificial intelligence to support candidate sourcing, screening, interview scheduling.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Category: Temporary Employee Posting End Date: 30/09/2026

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