Winter Co-op 2027 - Product Designer (UX/UI/HCI)

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

Job summary

Manulife John Hancock is seeking a Product Design Co-op in Toronto to contribute to the Global Design System, collaborating with designers, developers, researchers and accessibility specialists to create scalable, accessible product experiences.

You'll work on wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and visual designs, advance the design system, and participate in critiques, journey mapping, and user-centered design activities while developing your portfolio.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in a design-related field.
• Experience using Figma to create digital experiences, prototypes, and assets.
• Strong visual design with attention to detail.
• Understanding of user-centered design and accessibility principles.
• Portfolio showcasing design projects is required.

Responsibilities

• Support creation and maintenance of reusable design system components.
• Create wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and visual designs for web and mobile.
• Collaborate with designers, developers, researchers and stakeholders to solve design challenges.
• Enhance design system flexibility, consistency and usability.
• Maintain design documentation, guidelines, and naming conventions.
• Help ensure accessibility standards are met and inclusive experiences are built.
• Participate in design critiques and cross-functional workshops.
• Contribute to research, journey mapping and user-centered activities when required.
• Address accessibility considerations with designers and specialists.

Skills

Figma

Visual design

User-centered design

Communication

Collaboration

Portfolio

multitasking

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in Product Design, UX/UI Design, Interaction Design, Digital Media, HCI, Graphic Design, Global Business & Digital Arts, Systems Design

Tools

Figma

Job description

At Manulife John Hancock, we believe in investing in the future, starting with you. Our Product Design Co-op provides students with meaningful work experiences, mentorship, and opportunities to make your mark.

As a Product Designer, you will join the Global Design System team and contribute to the evolution of Manulife's digital experiences. Working closely with designers, product teams, developers, researchers, and accessibility specialists, you will help design and maintain scalable, accessible, and user-centered experiences across our enterprise design system . This role offers hands‑on experience in product design, visual design, design systems, accessibility, service design, and digital product development.

Position Responsibilities:

• Support the creation, refinement, and maintenance of reusable design system components and patterns.

• Create wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and visual designs for digital experiences across web and mobile platforms.

• Collaborate with product designers, developers, researchers, and business stakeholders to solve user and business challenges through thoughtful design solutions.

• Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of the design system by improving component flexibility, consistency, and usability.

• Maintain and update design documentation, guidelines, naming conventions, and best practices.

• Help ensure designs meet accessibility standards and promote inclusive user experiences.

• Participate in design critiques, collaborative workshops, and cross‑functional team discussions.

• Contribute to research, journey mapping, and other user‑centered design activities when required.

• Partner with designers and accessibility specialists to identify and address accessibility considerations, helping ensure digital experiences meet inclusive design and accessibility best practices.

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Product Design, UX/UI Design, Interaction Design, Digital Media, Human‑Computer Interaction, Graphic Design, Global Business & Digital Arts, Systems Design, or a related discipline.

• Students in Inclusive Design, Digital Accessibility, Accessibility Studies, or related programs are also encouraged to apply.

• Experience using Figma to create digital experiences, prototypes, and design assets.

• Strong visual design skills with a demonstrated attention to detail.

• Understanding of user-centered design principles and design thinking methodologies. Knowledge of inclusive design principles and accessibility-focused design practices is considered a strong asset.

• Ability to communicate design concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.

• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced and evolving environment.

• A portfolio showcasing design projects, digital products, visual design work, or UX/UI case studies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with design systems, component libraries, or enterprise-scale digital products.

• Knowledge of accessibility standards, including WCAG and AODA.

• Experience applying accessibility standards in digital products, conducting accessibility reviews, or participating in accessibility-focused projects.

• Experience with user research, usability testing, customer journey mapping, or service design methodologies.

• Familiarity with design strategy and human-centered design approaches.

• Exposure to Agile or Scrum product development environments.

• Academic or practical experience in Inclusive Design, Digital Accessibility, Accessibility Studies, or related disciplines.

• Demonstrated experience through co‑op, internship, academic, research, or professional projects involving digital product design, accessibility, or design systems.

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.

• You’ll gain exposure to enterprise-scale digital product design and design systems.

• You’ll work alongside experienced designers and cross‑functional teams to create customer-focused digital experiences.

• 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.

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.

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