Job Description

At Equitable, we believe work should be a place where you feel supported, inspired, and empowered to grow. In our caring and collaborative environment, your curiosity is encouraged, your passion is recognized, and your contributions truly matter. Together, we create meaningful impact, for our clients, our communities, and each other.

The Opportunity: At Equitable, we believe great things happen when we work together. We’re a Canadian mutual company driven by purpose - putting people first and helping Canadians protect today and prepare for tomorrow. If you’re passionate about making a difference and growing your career in an inclusive and collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you. Our culture is built on care, passion and curiosity. We put people above all else, strive to be our best and welcome new ideas to deliver positive outcomes.
At Equitable, we believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for growth. As a Co-op student, you'll have the unique chance to work alongside experienced professionals who are leaders in their fields. You'll be part of a collaborative team where your contributions are valued, and you'll receive mentorship and guidance to help you develop your skills and achieve your career goals.
Join one of the region’s top employers and be part of something that truly makes a difference.

Work Arrangements: This is a hybrid role. You will work in our office in Waterloo, ON a minimum of two (2) assigned, consecutive days every other week, plus a fifth (5th) assigned day per month. You are welcome to work from the office more than the minimum requirement and there may be some roles that are required to work in our office more than the minimum requirement.

Important Application Instructions: This role is open only to students currently enrolled in a formal co-op program through their post-secondary institution.

To confirm your eligibility, please upload proof of co-op enrollment (e.g., a letter from your school or a screenshot from your student portal, Work Term Record/Transcript etc.).

You will have the option to upload this document during the Candidate Information section at the bottom of the application form. Applications without proof of co-op eligibility may not be considered.

What you’ll do:
• Develop using a wide variety of web applications like .NET framework, .NET Core, React and other evolving technologies.
• Unit test all changes to ensure data integrity, performance consistency and functional acceptability.
• Participates in the overall systems testing.
• Supports the implementation of the application into production.
• Complete analysis and specs for moderately complex maintenance, enhancement, and production related service requests
• Develop well-organized, structured programs based on business requirements.
• Document all program and system changes for ease of future support.
• Manage assigned work to meet deadlines, multitask priorities as set by senior staff.
• Provide supervisor/project manager with status updates on progress and issues.
• Communicate effectively within the team.

What you’ll bring:
• Candidates must be currently enrolled in a post-secondary program that includes a Co-operative (Co-op) work component
• Analytical skills
• Problem solving skills
• Proven Communication
• Good Interpersonal skills
• Development tools: SQL, .Net, C#, React

What’s in it for you:
• Career Growth: Regular learning sessions and development opportunities, plus our Co-op Student Buddy Program, “Equitable Crew”
• Total Rewards: Allowance provided in place of vacation pay and benefits
• Flexibility: Healthy work-life balance with employee wellness always top of mind, complemented by a “dress for your day” approach

At Equitable, we’re committed to fair pay and an inclusive, accessible hiring experience. If you need accommodations or alternative formats at any stage, just reach out to us at careers@equitable.ca. We’re happy to help.

Your base pay will follow your school’s recommended co-op earnings guidelines, ensuring fair and consistent compensation for your placement.

If you’re selected to move forward, our Talent Acquisition team will walk you through all the details of our total rewards program, so you know exactly what’s included.

Reports To: Technology Manager, Digital
Department: IT Individual Insurance
Work Term: September 2026 – December 2026

This position is open and we are excited to find the right person to join our team.

As part of the recruitment process, you will need to go through background screening, as per our company policy.