Summer Intern 2027 - Strategy Analyst

Manulife/John Hancock; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 49,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Manulife/John Hancock in Toronto is seeking an undergraduate student to join our GRO co‑op program. You will analyze market trends, support strategic initiatives, and prepare insights for senior leadership.

As part of a hybrid team, you’ll engage across business units and synthesize complex information into clear recommendations, gaining exposure to strategy, finance, and M&A during your work term.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Strong analytical abilities with financial modelling, data analysis, and market research.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive analyses of market trends, competitor activities, industry dynamics, and M&A to identify insights that support strategic decision‑making.
• Support strategy and transformation projects aligned with 2027 GWAM priorities.
• Engage with internal stakeholders across business units to gather insights and facilitate decision‑making.
• Synthesize financial, market, and business information into actionable recommendations.
• Support development of strategic presentations for leadership and board audiences.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modelling

Data analysis

Market research

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate student

Job description

Position Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive analyses of market trends, competitor activities, industry dynamics, and M&A to identify insights that support strategic decision‑making.


• Support strategy and transformation projects and initiatives aligned with 2027 GWAM strategic priorities.


• Engage with internal stakeholders across business units and functional teams to gather insights, align objectives, and facilitate decision‑making.


• Synthesize complex financial, market, and business information into meaningful insights and actionable recommendations.


• Support the development of strategic presentations and materials for internal audiences, including the GWAM Leadership Team, Executive Leadership Team, and Board of Directors.

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field.


• Strong analytical skills, with proficiency in financial modelling, data analysis, and market research.


• Strong strategic thinking and problem‑solving abilities.


• Ability to synthesize complex information, identify key insights, and develop clear, actionable recommendations.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate analysis and strategic insights to different audiences.


• Strong collaboration and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across business units and functional teams.

When you join our team:

We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want. We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well‑being and inclusion are more than just words. As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see. As part of our co‑op program, you will gain early access to Manulife John Hancock’s premier early talent program, GRO, tailored to graduating students! This program is designed to launch your career with the support, structure, and opportunities you need to thrive.

Salary range is expected to be between: $48,800.00 CAD - $60,500.00 CAD. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job‑related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. The annual salary will be pro‑rated based on the length of the work‑term.

About Manulife and John Hancock Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html. Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [e-mail].

Working Arrangement Hybrid

We're Manulife. And we’re on a mission to make decisions easier and lives better. Better is what drives us. It’s what inspires us to find new ways to support customers and colleagues in living longer and healthier lives. It’s the reason we’re dedicated to investing in digital innovation and industry‑leading AI, and accelerating a sustainable and economically inclusive future. Joining us means you’ll be empowered to learn and grow your career. We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well‑being and inclusion are more than just words. And as part of our global team, you’ll help shape the future you want to see – and discover that better can take you anywhere you want to go. We’re proud of our accomplishments and recognition. Recent awards include: 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner Manulife Named one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2025 Financial Times World’s Best Employers Asia‑Pacific 2026 We’ve been recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers 2026 #1 Life Insurer for AI Maturity by Evident 2026