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Fall Co-op 2026 - Finance at Manulife in Toronto, Ontario, CA
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Job Description
At Manulife John Hancock, we believe in investing in the future – starting with you. Our Finance Co-op is your launchpad to success, offering the support, structure, and exciting opportunities you need to thrive and make your mark.
Our Finance Co-op Program, available at our Toronto office provides invaluable hands-on experience and serves as a direct pathway to our Finance Development Program. You'll gain technical expertise, business insight, and leadership skills while collaborating with dedicated professionals in a supportive and nurturing environment. This opportunity is ideal for undergraduate students eager to acquire real-world experience in finance.
Available Roles for the Fall 2026 Term: Private Equity Investments, Sustainable Investing in Public Markets, Wealth Investments, and Investment Counsel Support.
Please note that your application will be considered for multiple positions within this job posting.
Position Responsibilities:
Support portfolio and investment team activities across managed accounts, hedging programs, and private investments, including day‑to‑day operations, analysis, and project work.
Conduct investment research and analysis by reviewing analyst reports, market data, company information, and industry trends to support prospective and existing investments.
Assist with portfolio review, calibration, and monitoring using modern portfolio management and market data platforms, ensuring accuracy and alignment with program objectives.
Contribute to due diligence, valuation analyses, financial modeling, risk assessments, and periodic portfolio reviews for public and private investment holdings.
Produce reports and summaries, including exposure, risk, performance, and ad‑hoc analysis, to support investment decision‑making and internal programs.
Support process improvement initiatives by developing job aids, documentation, repeatable workflows, and AI‑enabled tools to enhance investment analysis and monitoring.
Collaborate with senior team members and cross‑functional partners on projects and initiatives, adapting to shifting priorities and emerging business needs.
Required Qualifications:
Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Computer/Data Science, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, or a related field.
Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with interest or exposure to financial analysis, modeling, valuation, or investment research.
High attention to detail with strong organizational, project, and time‑management skills in a fast‑paced environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize information and present insights clearly.
Highly motivated, proactive team player with a strong interest in investing, technology, and continuous learning; familiarity with AI or data tools is an asset.
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.
Application Instructions:
Indicate your location preference in your Resume or Cover Letter (Toronto/Kitchener-Waterloo office).
Submit your resume, cover letter, academic transcript and work term evaluation (if any) in one PDF file.
Salary range is expected to be between:
$44,850.00 CAD - $60,450.00 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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This posting supports an ongoing hiring initiative for existing and/or future vacancies.
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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
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 discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.
It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact hr@manulife.com.
Working Arrangement
Hybrid