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Why start with Sun Life?
Every member of our team makes a valuable contribution, and that’s especially true for students looking to gain meaningful work experience. At Sun Life, we believe our students should be given real opportunities to learn on the job and real responsibilities that make a mark on our business. From actuarial science to HR, from IT to account executive, if you’re a student looking to kick off an inspiring, impactful career while joining a team that truly cares about your progress, this is the place for you.
The Dean Connor Sun Life Inclusion Scholarship & Internship for Black and Indigenous Students
With a focus on creating inclusive opportunities across the Sun Life business, the goal of our scholarship program is to support Black and Indigenous students early in their careers with financial assistance and practical work experience.
Programs for recent graduates
CPA Rotational Program (CPARP)
Gain meaningful experience towards your professional designation, along with exam prep time with a dedicated team of peers and mentors.
Account Executive Development Program (AEDP)
This client-facing role works with business leaders across the organization and receives one-on-one coaching and opportunities to contribute from day one.
Actuarial Graduate Program (AGP)
Make your mark by working on real-world challenges that have a direct impact on our success, in a supportive and fun environment.
What our people are saying
Hear directly from students and recent graduates at Sun Life.
Zayne Peters-Looby
University of Waterloo, Health Science (Honors) | Graduating 2025
“Sun Life has the most positive work culture and people are so helpful and friendly. Everyone I’ve met genuinely wants me to develop my skills to be successful. It feels comfortable and safe to share my ideas. I see the great work that Sun Life does, and with all of the opportunities Sun Life has given me, I want to give back.”
Josephine Tjhia
University of Toronto, Computer Science | Graduating 2027
“I was really surprised by the variety of roles and opportunities available. The skills I developed with my degree are valued, both technical and non-technical. People are willing to help so it feels so easy to reach out for advice or a coffee chat. There’s such an emphasis on learning and development. I have been inspired to try a lot of new things.”
Tatiana Macias
George Brown College, Strategic Relationship Marketing | Graduated 2023
“Sun Life strongly supports women in the workplace, and working with strong women is very inspiring to me. My experience has been great, and I was fortunate to stay within my team after my co-op. Sun Life supports long-term growth, which is very important to me. And it’s authentic. You can be yourself, and you are encouraged to step up and be innovative.”
Katherine Stobbe
University of Manitoba, Actuarial Science (Honors) | Graduated 2023
“I’ve completed three co-op terms with Sun Life and the development program for students is strong. There are measurable benchmarks and equitable treatment. The business ensures we are well positioned to take on challenges in the future.”
Awards & Recognition
At Sun Life, celebrating our success goes hand-in-hand with doing our very best for our clients.
