# Winter Co-op 2027 - Product Designer (UX/UI/HCI) at Manulife - Company: [Manulife](https://www.manulife.ca) - Location: Toronto, ON, Canada - Type: Internship · Internship - Posted: 2026-10-06 - Apply: https://manulife.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/mfcjh_jobs/job/Toronto-Ontario/Winter-Co-op-2027---Product-Designer_JR26080163 - Page: https://newgrad.ai/jobs/winter-co-op-2027-product-designer-ux-ui-hci-55eeb50d ## Summary by newgrad.ai What you'll do: - Build and refine reusable components for the design system library. - Develop wireframes, prototypes, and visual designs across web and mobile. - Work with cross-functional teams to address user and business needs through design. - Implement accessible design practices to support inclusive digital products. What they're looking for: - Enrolled in a design, interaction design, HCI, or related undergraduate/graduate program. - Hands-on experience using Figma to build digital interfaces and assets. - Demonstrated visual design ability with meticulous attention to quality. - Grasp of human-centered design methodology and inclusive design approaches. - Portfolio demonstrating past design work, products, or case studies. Pay and perks: - $40,950–$56,550 CAD annually, adjusted based on work-term duration. - Enrollment in Manulife's GRO program for students nearing graduation. ## Posting At Manulife John Hancock, we believe in investing in the future, starting with you. Our Product Design Co-op provides students with meaningful work experiences, mentorship, and opportunities to make your mark. As a Product Designer, you will join the Global Design System team and contribute to the evolution of Manulife's digital experiences. Working closely with designers, product teams, developers, researchers, and accessibility specialists, you will help design and maintain scalable, accessible, and user-centered experiences across our enterprise design system. This role offers hands-on experience in product design, visual design, design systems, accessibility, service design, and digital product development. ### Position Responsibilities: - Support the creation, refinement, and maintenance of reusable design system components and patterns. - Create wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and visual designs for digital experiences across web and mobile platforms. - Collaborate with product designers, developers, researchers, and business stakeholders to solve user and business challenges through thoughtful design solutions. - Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of the design system by improving component flexibility, consistency, and usability. - Maintain and update design documentation, guidelines, naming conventions, and best practices. - Help ensure designs meet accessibility standards and promote inclusive user experiences. - Participate in design critiques, collaborative workshops, and cross-functional team discussions. - Contribute to research, journey mapping, and other user-centered design activities when required. - Partner with designers and accessibility specialists to identify and address accessibility considerations, helping ensure digital experiences meet inclusive design and accessibility best practices. ### Required Qualifications: - Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Product Design, UX/UI Design, Interaction Design, Digital Media, Human-Computer Interaction, Graphic Design, Global Business & Digital Arts, Systems Design, or a related discipline. - Students in Inclusive Design, Digital Accessibility, Accessibility Studies, or related programs are also encouraged to apply. - Experience using Figma to create digital experiences, prototypes, and design assets. - Strong visual design skills with a demonstrated attention to detail. - Understanding of user-centered design principles and design thinking methodologies. Knowledge of inclusive design principles and accessibility-focused design practices is considered a strong asset. - Ability to communicate design concepts clearly and effectively to diverse audiences. - Strong collaboration and teamwork skills. - Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and evolving environment. - A portfolio showcasing design projects, digital products, visual design work, or UX/UI case studies. ### Preferred Qualifications: - Experience working with design systems, component libraries, or enterprise-scale digital products. - Knowledge of accessibility standards, including WCAG and AODA. - Experience applying accessibility standards in digital products, conducting accessibility reviews, or participating in accessibility-focused projects. - Experience with user research, usability testing, customer journey mapping, or service design methodologies. - Familiarity with design strategy and human-centered design approaches. - Exposure to Agile or Scrum product development environments. - Academic or practical experience in Inclusive Design, Digital Accessibility, Accessibility Studies, or related disciplines. - Demonstrated experience through co-op, internship, academic, research, or professional projects involving digital product design, accessibility, or design systems. ### When You Join Our Team: - We'll empower you to learn and grow the career you want. - We'll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words. - You'll gain exposure to enterprise-scale digital product design and design systems. - You'll work alongside experienced designers and cross-functional teams to create customer-focused digital experiences. - As part of our co-op program, you will gain early access to Manulife John Hancock's premier early talent program, GRO, tailored to graduating students. ### Application Instructions: - Submit your resume, cover letter, academic transcript, and work term evaluation (if any) in one single PDF file. - Please include your preferred role(s) in your cover letter. If applying to multiple opportunities, please rank them in order of preference. Working Arrangement Hybrid Salary range is expected to be between: $40,950.00 CAD - $56,550.00 CAD The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. The annual salary will be pro-rated based on the length of the work-term. #LI-Hybrid The role being advertised is an existing vacancy. We use data and analytics technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), and automated processing tools, to analyze and process the information you provide to us or third parties in the application process. For more information, please refer to our personal information collection statement. ### About Manulife and John Hancock Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html. Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact hr@manulife.com. From Manulife's public posting, laid out for reading by newgrad.ai with the wording unchanged. Check the original before you apply. --- More new-grad and intern roles: https://newgrad.ai/llms.txt