Company: Swiss Re

Location: Toronto, ON

Job description: Opportunity

We want to bring this resiliency down to a personal level to YOU. We want to equip you with knowledge and an experience that helps you make more informed decisions about your future and career.

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to gain firsthand experience working in a corporate business environment? Are you wondering what an office job feels like? We think that a post-secondary student should have this opportunity before committing to their future career path. That’s why Swiss Re is offering a Career Exploration Internship for post-secondary First & Second year students who are curious about what ‘working in a corporate environment’ can mean. See how large corporations run while obtaining career development and learning reinsurance basics.

About the Role

At Swiss Re, an internship can be much more than on-the-job training -As a part of the 10-week Career Exploration program you will have the opportunity to Develop:

• Understanding of Swiss Re’s business
• A broad professional network
• Project Management, Communication, and Presentation Skills
• Technical skills within your specific team

The opportunity is based in Toronto and interns must come into either office 2-3 days per week.

There is no coverage for meals, transportation, or housing.

About You

Our team is looking for someone who is:

• A first or second year student at an accredited university/college
• Motivated, open-minded, and curious about the Finance or Insurance industry
• Reliable, organized, and enthusiastic
• No prior insurance background is necessary

About Swiss Re

Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. We cover both Property & Casualty and Life & Health. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world.

Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.

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Swiss Re is offering a Career Exploration Internship for first and second year post-secondary students in Toronto. The internship provides hands-on experience in a corporate environment, developing skills in project management, communication, and technical expertise. No prior insurance background is necessary, and the company values inclusivity and innovation. Interns must come into the office 2-3 days per week, with no coverage for meals, transportation, or housing.
Project Manager

We are looking for a skilled Project Manager to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. You will also be responsible for managing resources, communication with stakeholders, and ensuring that project goals are met.

To be successful as a Project Manager, you should be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and have excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. A successful candidate will also have a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.

Responsibilities:
– Plan, execute, and close projects according to schedule and budget
– Develop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders
– Manage resources, including assigning tasks, tracking progress, and monitoring expenditures
– Develop and maintain project timelines and budget estimates
– Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects
– Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget
– Report and escalate issues to management as necessary
– Perform risk management to minimize project risks
– Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation

Requirements:
– Proven work experience as a Project Manager
– Excellent written and verbal communication skills
– Strong organizational and leadership skills
– Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
– Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
– Bachelor’s degree in a related field (preferred)
– Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (preferred)

Expected salary:

Job date: Sat, 16 Mar 2024 06:58:36 GMT