Student, Corporate Communications (Summer 2026 - Fall 2026)

Our student and new graduate programs offer a chance to explore Sun Life from the inside. You’ll make a difference in the lives of our customers and communities, while building the skills and experience that allow you to grow in a meaningful and rewarding way.

Job Description:

Our student and new graduate programs offer a chance to explore Sun Life from the inside. You’ll make a difference in the lives of our customers and communities, while building the skills and experience that allow you to grow in a meaningful and rewarding way.

Picture yourself as part of a global team dedicated to helping Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. Your mission – should you choose to accept – will be to help improve our communications through clear and engaging tactics that resonate with audiences, both internally and externally. Supporting Sun Life Canada’s Corporate Communication team, you’ll flex your creative, analytical and problem-solving skills while collaborating with others from across the business. It’s a fast-paced, rewarding role that requires meticulous attention to detail and a passion for doing things better. Ready to get started?

What will you do

• Support internal/external communications by drafting and creating visual content, articles, emails, social media posts and other collateral for distribution to various audiences through multiple channels
• Logistics and administrative support for large internal events including town halls
• Review and set up emails for distribution to broad audiences
• Write, edit, and create graphics for messages
• Conduct research for briefing documents and communication plans
• Track metrics and look for trends in data
• Help coordinate publishing of internal messages (manage approvals, translation, scheduling, and tracking)

What you need to succeed

• A positive and proactive approach
• Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills
• Experience creating visual and engaging content. Previous experience using Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop is preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational skills with knowledge of project management
• Passion for research, problem solving, and analyzing data
• Experience developing new ideas and recommending creative solutions
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse team environment
• Working towards a Post-secondary education in English, Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Human Resources, Businesses and/or relevant experience
• Working knowledge of French considered an asset but not required.

What’s in it for you

• At Sun Life, you will be joining a purpose driven organization focused on helping Canadian’s achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives.
• As a student, you’ll make a real impact by contributing to meaningful work, gaining valuable experience and actively working towards your team’s goals.
• You’ll join our unique student culture, designed to help you grow both personally and professionally beyond your role.
• We offer professional development workshops, student awards, socials and many more exciting opportunities.
• We are honoured to be recognized as Canada’s Best Employers for Recent Graduates and Canada's Best Workplaces by Great Place to Work in 2025.
• Your student journey is just the beginning and we're proud to help many who choose Sun Life to transition into permanent roles after graduation.

Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request to thebrightside@sunlife.com.

At Sun Life we strive to create a flexible work environment where our employees are empowered to do their best work. Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted for. The Base Pay which you will be considered for will vary depending on the Campus program you are selected for.

Eligible Sun Life employees for various Campus Graduate programs will also participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance

Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our Clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request to thebrightside@sunlife.com.

We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business, our Clients and you! Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

We may use artificial intelligence to support candidate sourcing, screening, interview scheduling.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Category:

Temporary Employee

Posting End Date:

19/01/2026