Actuarial Post-Graduation Intern

The Canada Life Assurance Company • London, ON

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

Canada Life, one of Canada’s leading life insurance and financial services companies, is seeking individuals for our Actuarial Intern program. This program is aimed at applicants with a completed post-secondary degree who are looking to enter the actuarial field. Applicants must have demonstrated a recent commitment to obtaining a professional actuarial designation, though prior actuarial work experience is not a requirement. Positions are available for both 8 and 12-month temporary full-time roles, beginning Aug 31, 2026. If permanent full-time positions become available during the contractual term, you may be eligible to transition to those positions without needing to complete the contract. This is a hybrid role located at our London head office - the successful applicant will be required to work in person in London 3 days per week. As an Actuarial Intern you are a key member of a highly respected, professional, actuarial team and will have an opportunity to perform entry-level actuarial work in one of the following possible areas: Pricing & Product Development, Valuation, Enterprise Risk Management, Reinsurance, Risk Research, Corporate Actuarial, Internal Audit.

Requirements

• Completion of a post-secondary degree prior to the start date.
• Demonstrated commitment to the actuarial field through successful completion of professional actuarial exams, an actuarial education, or similar.
• Innovative problem-solver.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Well organized, delivering accurate work with an attention to detail, in a timely manner.
• Team player who is also comfortable working independently.

Nice To Haves

• Degrees in a related field (Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Finance, Statistics) are an asset.
• Excel, Word, VBA, MS Access and Moody’s AXIS experience is an asset.
• Knowledge or interest in market risk, investments, and life insurance/reinsurance

Responsibilities

• Perform entry-level actuarial work in one of the following possible areas: Pricing & Product Development, Valuation, Enterprise Risk Management, Reinsurance, Risk Research, Corporate Actuarial, Internal Audit.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Pension plan
• Paid society exam fees and materials
• Paid study days to write exams
• Access to an on-site actuarial library
• Outdoor recreational facilities
• On-site fitness centre
• On-site cafeteria
• Active social committee
• Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry-leading learning programs and up to $2,000 annually towards education reimbursement.
• Health & Wellness: Flexible health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well-being.
• Time Off: In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day.
• Financial Security: Company-matching pension plan, share ownership program and additional investment options.
• Rewards and Recognition: Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!
• Emphasis on Community: We provide a workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level