Student, Automation Specialist (Winter 2027)

Sun Life • Waterloo, ON

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

This opportunity is available to students with a graduation date of April 2027 or later. Join the Data Enablement & Analytics team and help transform manual processes into automated solutions. You will work with Finance and Reporting teams to develop tools using Python, PowerShell, VBA, SQL, and Microsoft 365 technologies that improve efficiency, reduce risk, and create measurable business value.

Requirements

• Enrolled in a Co-op program in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Experience through coursework or projects with Python, PowerShell, VBA, and SQL.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Interest in process improvement and automation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Git, Power BI, Tableau, Power Automate, or APIs.
• Understanding of data analytics and reporting concepts.

Responsibilities

• Develop automation solutions using Python, PowerShell, and VBA.
• Automate data extraction, validation, reconciliation, and reporting processes.
• Partner with business teams to identify automation opportunities.
• Troubleshoot and enhance existing automation solutions.
• Create technical documentation and user guides.
• Support testing, deployment, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Build solutions used by real business teams.
• Gain hands-on experience in enterprise automation.
• Develop skills in modern scripting and automation technologies.
• Deliver projects with measurable operational impact.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed