Summer Intern/Co-op 2026 - HR Program

*Please note there are specific application instructions required to be considered for this role**

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

Our HR internship opportunity provides ambitious HR career entrants with a fast-track experience on a path that delivers hands-on skill-building and breadth of knowledge on key HR functions. Our goal is to hire excellent students, give them exposure to a variety of HR roles, and the opportunity to interact with geographically and culturally diverse cross-functional teams. You’ll be assigned to one of our key HR areas (HR Partner role, Total Rewards, People Analytics, Talent Management etc.).

Position Responsibilities:

• Work alongside an experienced team to assist in areas such as talent solutions, learning initiatives, recruitment and related HR programs and projects.
• Collaborate as part of an Intern Cohort on an HR project of significance to the business.
• Support projects that will be real-world solutioning for potential implementation (for example, research, design and develop a consistent approach to engagement of remote workers etc.).
• Your work will be meaningful, you’ll be coached by peers, team-mates, and mentored by senior HR leaders to guide your development on the way.
• You’ll have access to business leaders for perspective, and we will open every door possible to ensure your experience is truly valuable.
• Post-graduation, our Intern alumni will have the opportunity to apply for our HR Acceleration Program (HRAP), a 2-year rotational program of comprising four x 6-month assignments through high-impact HR functional areas HR Business Partnering, People Analytics, DEI, Global Learning, Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, or another HR functional areas.

Required Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in HR/HR-related program.
• Strong problem-solving skills, critical thinking/sound judgement.
• Excellent communication/relationship skills.
• A focus on identifying ways to improve the current state.
• Can communicate clearly and confidently to influence through data and sound reasoning.
• A natural curiosity to learn and the ability to apply learned skills.
• Able to plan, organize and implement process improvements and/or projects.

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 intern 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:

• Submit your resume, cover letter, and academic transcript in one PDF file.

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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 recruitment@manulife.com.

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