Spring Co-op 2027 - Software Engineering, Security & Operations

Manulife John Hancock; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

At Manulife John Hancock, we offer a co-op program as a launchpad for success, providing structure, support, and exciting opportunities in software engineering, security, and operations. You will gain hands-on experience across the SDLC, working with tools like GitHub, Azure, SonarQube, and Snyk to improve deployment, security, and developer productivity.

The 6-month co-op in Boston runs Jan 5–Jun 24, 2027 in a hybrid setup (in office Tue–Thu; remote Mon/Wed).

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in CS, software engineering, IT, cybersecurity, or related field.
• Experience with programming, scripting, or automation through coursework, projects, or internships.
• Strong interest in software engineering, cloud technologies, application security, or software delivery.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced technology environment.

Responsibilities

• Support software delivery and deployment processes.
• Assist with release readiness and production implementations.
• Contribute to automation initiatives that improve developer productivity.
• Support application security and vulnerability remediation efforts.
• Collaborate with software engineers, platform engineers, and security teams.
• Participate in monitoring, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities.
• Analyze delivery metrics and identify opportunities to improve performance and reliability.

Skills

Programming / scripting / automation

Communication & collaboration

Cloud technologies

Eagerness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Tools

Azure

GitHub

GitHub Copilot

SonarQube

Snyk

New Relic

Job description

At Manulife John Hancock, we believe in investing in the future, starting with you. Our co‑op program is your launchpad to success, offering the support, structure, and exciting opportunities you need to thrive and make your mark.

As a Software Engineering, Security & Operations Co-op, you'll gain hands‑on experience supporting modern software delivery, application security, and engineering excellence across our global technology organization. Working alongside software engineers, platform engineers, and security professionals, you'll help application teams improve deployment frequency, reduce technology risk, and enhance the overall developer experience.

You’ll gain exposure to the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), learning how enterprise applications are designed, built, secured, tested, and deployed. This role provides hands‑on experience with software engineering, automation, release management, cloud technologies, application security, and AI‑enabled development tools that improve software quality, security, and delivery outcomes.

You’ll receive guidance from experienced technical leaders and gain exposure to industry‑leading technologies including GitHub, GitHub Copilot, Azure, SonarQube, Snyk, New Relic, and enterprise development platforms.

We are currently looking for highly motivated students to join us in our Boston, Massachusetts, USA office for a 6-month co‑op, running from January 5th - June 24th, 2027. This is a hybrid position, where you are expected to be in the office Tuesday-Thursday, with the opportunity to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.

Position Responsibilities

• Support software delivery and deployment processes
• Assist with release readiness and production implementations
• Contribute to automation initiatives that improve developer productivity
• Support application security and vulnerability remediation efforts
• Collaborate with software engineers, platform engineers, and security teams
• Participate in monitoring, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities
• Analyze delivery metrics and identify opportunities to improve performance and reliability

Required Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field
• Experience with programming, scripting, or automation through coursework, projects, or previous internships
• Strong interest in software engineering, cloud technologies, application security, or software delivery
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a fast‑paced technology environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to cloud platforms such as Azure
• Understanding of software deployment, automation, or CI/CD concepts
• Exposure to application security or secure coding practices
• Familiarity with Git or GitHub

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.

Please note the salary range is expected to be between $52,650 USD and $70,200 USD.

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 prorated 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 discrim