Technical Associate Deskside Support Intern/Co-Op Fall 2023

Definity includes some of Canada’s most long-standing and innovative insurance brands, including Economical Insurance, Sonnet Insurance, Family Insurance Solutions, and Petline Insurance. With strong roots that date back to 1871, we’ve grown to become a digital leader in the insurance industry. We’re proud to help our clients and communities adapt and thrive in a world of constant change.

Our promise to you: It’s better here. Why? Because we CARE, and we provide an employee experience that’s collaborative, ambitious, rewarding, and empowering.

Our ambition is to be one of Canada’s leading and most innovative P&C insurers. Come be a part of our journey, and love what you do.

Definity offers 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. Leaders partner with their teams to find the right balance of on-site and remote work that best meets the needs of their teams, colleagues, brokers and customers, while ensuring collaboration, teamwork and accountability for goals.

YOUR NEXT SUMMER PLACEMENT

Work term: Fall 2023 (September 5th, 2023 Start Date)

Work term length: 4-month

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 to be involved with initiatives that support our strategic goals and use your skills in a supportive team environment.

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 You’ll Be Doing

• Deploying client hardware (i.e. desktops, laptops, VOIP phones, Blackberry, etc.).
• Service and support of printers and multi-function devices.
• Installing, upgrading, maintaining and decommissioning hardware and software
• Diagnosis and investigation to identify underlying root cause.
• Scheduling, supporting and troubleshooting video conferencing.
• Collaboration with third level for technical analysis and problem resolution.
• Resolving medium complexity incident and request tickets from the Help Desk.
• Technical support and troubleshooting of hardware, software and application issues.

What You Bring

• Demonstrated technical aptitude and ability related to both hardware and software
• Working towards a university degree/college diploma in a technology, business or related discipline with a graduation date no earlier than January 2023
• Some lifting of computer equipment may be required (approximately 40 lbs)

Go ahead and expect a lot — you deserve it:

Did you know?

• We care about students: Definity distributes $85,000 in scholarships to students across Canada each year.
• We care about our co-ops: Definity’s co-op students are considered the best pipeline of talent for our full-time, permanent positions.
• We care about our community: Definity donates more than $1 million every year to causes that drive true change in the neighbourhoods in which we live and work.

What can Definity offer you?

• Opportunity to join our employee groups - focused on women's empowerment, LGBTQ+, anti-racism and cultural equity, and environmental activism
• Culture of accountability, empowerment, and collaboration.
• 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.
• Determined to create positive change for our environment, our people, and our communities, now and in the future. Check our ESG work!
• Opportunities to support personal and professional growth through real-life experience and unique learning opportunities. Our Leadership Essentials program builds knowledge and skills to Team Leaders to Directors

Visit www.definityfinancial.com to learn more about us and what we’re up to. 

Work Location: Hybrid and flexible office location

How to apply: Submit a cover letter, resume, and transcript   

Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting: [email protected]

Background checks

This role requires successful clearance of a background check (including criminal checks and leadership references).

We also take potential into consideration. If you don’t have this exact experience, but you know you have what it takes, be sure to give us more insight through your application and cover letter.

Go ahead and expect a lot — you deserve it, and we’ve got it:

• Educational resources, tuition assistance, and paid time off to study for exams
• Paid volunteer days and company matching on charitable donations
• Focus on inclusion with employee groups, support for gender affirmation surgery, access to BIPOC counsellors, access to programs for working parents
• Company share ownership program
• Hybrid work schedule for most roles
• Discounts on products and services
• Wellness and recognition programs
• Pension and savings programs, with company-matched RRSP contributions

Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting: [email protected]

Background checks

This role requires successful clearance of a background check (including criminal checks and leadership references).