DevOps Internship / Co-op – Intact Financial Corporation (Winter 2026, Toronto)

Intact Financial Corporation is Canada’s largest provider of property and casualty insurance, with a strong presence in North America. The company is committed to helping people, businesses, and society prosper in both good times and challenging times. With more than 3,000 professionals in Digital, Data, and Technology, Intact fosters innovation at the intersection of insurance, data science, and digital transformation.

Launching a technology career at Intact Financial Corporation means joining a forward-thinking organization that values innovation, diversity, collaboration, and career growth.

DevOps Internship Role Overview

Intact Financial Corporation is offering a DevOps I – Internship/Co-op (Winter 2026) opportunity for students who are passionate about technology, cloud infrastructure, automation, and security. This position provides practical hands-on experience with leading tools, cloud platforms, and DevOps practices.

The internship runs full-time (35 hours per week) from January 2026 to April 2026 in Toronto, Ontario, with hybrid work flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

Platform Engineering & Operations Team

Interns may be assigned to specialized sub-teams depending on skills, interests, and experience:

• Infrastructure Security:

  • Maintain infrastructure security and integrity using AWS and Kubernetes.
  • Identify and resolve vulnerabilities to ensure systems remain robust.

• Data Science & AI:

  • Support AI and data initiatives with platforms such as Snowflake, SageMaker, and Databricks.
  • Enable new transversal features for data-driven solutions.

• Process Automation:

  • Build automation workflows using GitHub, Jenkins, and Terraform.
  • Improve operational efficiency across teams with process automation.

DevOps Website Management Team

• Deploy and maintain infrastructure on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Support CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins and GitLab CI.
• Develop automation scripts with Ansible and Python.
• Manage cloud resources with Terraform.
• Work with Docker and Kubernetes environments.
• Maintain Linux systems and assist with network security and system documentation.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.

• Available to work full-time during Winter 2026 (January–April) and returning to school in Summer 2026.

• Minimum of one prior internship in a related role.

• Strong knowledge of:

  • Linux, Terraform, AWS, Azure, and/or Google Cloud

• Familiarity with:

  • Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, Jenkins, GitLab CI, and networking

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate in a team.

• Adaptability, curiosity, and passion for technology.

• Previous experience in a financial services organization is an asset.

Benefits of Joining Intact Financial Corporation

• Hybrid work model with balance between remote and in-office collaboration.
• Competitive financial rewards program recognizing performance.
• Employee Share Purchase Plan (50% company match).
• Comprehensive pension and benefits package, including virtual healthcare.
• Flexibility to purchase additional vacation days.
• Annual wellness account to support a healthy lifestyle.
• Access to advanced learning platforms and professional development.
• Inclusive, diverse, and supportive workplace culture.

Application Details

• Application Deadline: September 26, 2025
• Candidates must include a resume and academic transcript with the application.
• Intact Financial Corporation hires co-op students every semester: Winter, Summer, and Fall.

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

Intact Financial Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. The company values diversity, equity, and inclusion, encouraging applications from equity-deserving groups including women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

Workplace accommodations and adjustments are available upon request to ensure accessibility throughout the recruitment process.