From classroom to co-op to career, every step of your journey has an impact on your future. That’s why it makes sense to choose a co-op placement with a company that offers truly rewarding work and real-life experience. At Definity, your contributions, creativity, and energy will be put to good use, and you’ll get involved with initiatives that support our strategic goals and use your skills in a supportive team environment.
Definity is the parent company to some of Canada’s most long-standing and innovative insurance brands, including Economical Insurance, Sonnet Insurance, Family Insurance Solutions, and Petline Insurance. Our ambition is to be one of Canada’s leading and most innovative property and casualty insurers. We can’t do that without our people, so we embrace and encourage a culture that’s collaborative, ambitious, rewarding, and empowering.
We offer a flexible, hybrid work experience where employees work from the office and virtually depending on the type of work they are doing and who they are working with. Bring your true self and be a part of our journey. It’s better here.
If you’re looking for a company that takes care of its people — full time, part time, and co-ops alike — and has a track record of doing big things, get ready to love it here.
What can you expect in this role?
Reporting to the Sr. Sustainability Integration Manager, the successful candidate will support sustainability, IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility), and community investment initiatives. Key areas include working with internal stakeholders to assist with climate project deliverables, project coordinating employee engagement and inclusion initiatives as well as grant administration and data analysis to identify social impact themes and trends.
What do you bring to this role?
Currently enrolled in a degree in Sustainability, Environment, Community Development, Business, or related
Passion for shaping a more sustainable, connected, and equitable world
Ability to build strong relationships and champion new ideas
Strong communications skills (written/verbal)
Ability to collect, organize, and analyze data using Excel
Results oriented with project management skills and commitment to meeting deadlines
Team player but also feel comfortable working independently
Go ahead and expect a lot — you deserve it.
We offer:
Meaningful work forwarding our purpose of building a better world by helping our clients and communities adapt and thrive in their hardest times of need.
Culture of accountability, empowerment, and collaboration.
Opportunities to support personal and professional growth through real-life experience and unique learning opportunities.
Opportunity to join and contribute to our employee groups - focused on women's empowerment, LGBTQ+, disability advocacy, anti-racism and cultural equity, and environmental advocacy.
Determined to create positive change for our environment, our people, and our communities, now and in the future. Check out Definity's Sustainability Reports!
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