2026 Summer Student Program

Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB); City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A workplace safety organization in Canada is seeking summer students to engage in various projects that support workplace safety and health initiatives. This role involves meaningful contributions, professional development opportunities, and required attendance for the summer session from May 4 to September 4, 2026. Ideal candidates must be post-secondary students enrolled in a recognized institution and legally authorized to work in Ontario.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive training

Networking with senior leaders

Qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in Ontario, Canada full time.
• Currently enrolled as a full-time post-secondary student in September 2026.
• Available to work the entire summer without planned absences.

Responsibilities

• Dive into meaningful projects with hands-on experience.
• Participate in the Career Ignite Conference for skill building.
• Support initiatives that shape safer workplaces.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Education

Post-secondary enrollment in recognized institution

Job description

Join the WSIB this summer : Where potential meets purpose At the WSIB, we believe in the power of purpose-driven work. Here, your potential isn’t just recognized—it’s unleashed, as you help support those who have been injured or made ill on the job and shape safer, healthier workplaces across Ontario. Every day, our team makes a lasting impact. WSIB is more than a workplace—it’s a community where your enthusiasm, fresh perspectives and expertise are celebrated. Join us and discover how your talents can be transformed into meaningful action. We’re committed to your growth, offering opportunities for personal and professional development within a culture grounded in compassion, integrity and teamwork. This role requires the successful applicant to commit to an in-office work arrangement up to 5 days a week in 2026. Summer student recruitment As a summer team member at the WSIB, you’ll dive into meaningful projects, gaining hands‑on experience that brings your classroom learning to life. Here, your contributions matter—you’ll make a real impact while developing skills and confidence that will serve you well into the future. We’re dedicated to investing in your growth, with comprehensive training and development opportunities at every stage, including our Career Ignite Conference, which offers students the chance to build professional skills and network with senior leaders from across the organization—all during an inspiring, in‑person event. Join us and be part of a team committed to helping people and making Ontario safer, healthier, and more equitable for all. We value and celebrate diversity, striving to foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed, supported, and respected. Your unique perspective is important to us. We strongly encourage students from all backgrounds—including racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and individuals of any sexual orientation or gender identity—to apply.

We’re committed to an equitable and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please let us know—together, we’ll ensure your needs are met. You can visit our website to learn more about equity, diversity and inclusion and read our Accessibility Policy.

At the WSIB, your potential meets purpose. Bring your best, and together, we’ll make a difference.

Check out what summer students had to say about their experience working for us! https : / / youtu.be / 97byiB2_wbQ

Summer Student Opportunities: Operations

• Care Navigation
• Contract Management
• Healthcare Payment
• Health Services Management
• Mental Stress Injuries Program
• Professional Practice
• Return to Work
• Serious Injury Program

Service Excellence

• Employer Account Services
• Claims Registration
• Health and Safety Program Design and Enablement
• Program Effectiveness
• Service Excellence Administrative
• Workforce Management

Technology

• Business and Advanced Analytics
• Customer and Channel Experience
• Information Management Shared Service
• IT Portfolio and Planning
• IT Performance Management
• IT Security and Risk Management
• IT Application Management Services
• Client Engagement and Service Delivery

Finance

• Actuarial Services
• Cash Disbursements
• Loss of Retirement Income
• Procurement Analysis, Reporting and Quality
• Treasury

People

• Accessibility Office
• Campus Recruitment & Partnerships
• Communications
• Emergency Management &Business Continuity
• Employee and Labour Relations
• Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Business Ethics
• HR Analytics
• Language Services
• Learning and Development
• Talent Acquisition

Risk and Governance

• Corporate Compliance
• Corporate Risk Management Services
• Enterprise Portfolio Governance
• Legal Services
• Office of the President
• Real Estate and Facilities Management Services
• Strategy and Planning

Professional Requirements and Qualifications

• Legally authorized to work in Ontario, Canada full time (36.25 hours / week)
• Currently be a post‑secondary student who is enrolled as a full‑time, post‑secondary student in a recognized institution in September 2026.
• Applicants may also apply to the position if they are returning to studies in the next academic term or have completed the requirements for graduation within the last six (6) months
• Final year students will need to provide proof of enrollment for their last semester
• Available to work for the entire duration of the summer (May 4, 2026 – September 4, 2026) full time with no planned absences
• If you advance in the job recruitment process, you will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work legally in Canada

All Applications Must Include the Following

• Resume and cover letter in a single MS Word or PDF document
• Copy of your most recent GPA transcript
• First year students can submit letter of enrollment if official transcript is not available
• Proof of enrollment for the September 2025 and / or September 2026 school year
• Final year students will need to provide proof of enrollment for their last semester

Summer Student Recruitment Timeline

Applications open

November 19, 2025 - January 14, 2026

Resume screening and assessments

January - February, 2026

Interviews

January - March, 2026

Offers

February - April 2026

Start date / orientation

May 4, 2026