Winter Co-op 2027 - Global Colleague Community Engagement

Manulife; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 41,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

Manulife John Hancock is offering a Global Colleague Community Engagement Co-op for students to explore CSR initiatives, event planning, stakeholder coordination, data tracking, and internal communications while contributing to social impact across regions.

As part of GRO, the premier early talent program, you will support initiatives like Impact Week and Season of Giving and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a global corporate setting.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication, with the ability to synthesize information into clear insights.
• Comfortable working with data and basic reporting using common tools.
• Interest in community engagement, volunteering, CSR, and social impact programs.
• Prior internship or experience in event planning, communications, or program coordination is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of Impact Week and Season of Giving activities.
• Coordinate with teams across regions to track participation and program details.
• Help gather and organize campaign data, including volunteer metrics and impact results.
• Assist with internal communications, storytelling, and content development.
• Support event logistics and stakeholder coordination as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Data literacy

Cross-functional teamwork

Interest in community engagement

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

At Manulife John Hancock, we believe in investing in the future - starting with you. Our Global Colleague Community Engagement Co-op is your launchpad to success, offering the support, structure, and exciting opportunities you need to thrive and make your mark.

The co-op program provides students with the opportunity to explore the global colleague community engagement side of our business. Interns will gain exposure to key areas such as corporate social responsibility initiatives, event planning, stakeholder coordination, data tracking, and internal communications while also learning how global programs drive employee engagement and social impact. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to initiatives like Impact Week and Season of Giving, support community-focused programs around the world, and see firsthand how cross-functional teams collaborate to create meaningful impact.

Position Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of Impact Week and Season of Giving activities.
• Coordinate with teams across regions to track participation and program details.
• Help gather and organize campaign data, including volunteer metrics and impact results.
• Assist with internal communications, storytelling, and content development.
• Support event logistics and stakeholder coordination as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize information into clear insights.
• Comfortable working with data, including experience using tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, or similar for tracking and reporting.
• Interest in community engagement, volunteering, corporate social responsibility, and social impact programs.
• Prior internship or experience in event planning, communications, or program coordination is an asset.
• Experience working with global or cross-functional teams is an asset.
• Familiarity with volunteer engagement tools (e.g., Benevity Impact Hub) is considered a nice-to-have, but not required.

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 internship 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

$40,950.00 CAD - $56,550.00 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.

The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.

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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

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Working Arrangement

Hybrid