Job Description
The best career that you never expected is at Aviva.
You are investing time and money into your education, building the foundation for a rewarding career. Have you considered insurance? More than 100,000 Canadians work in the insurance industry.
We make a positive difference every single day offering protection and peace of mind.
Aviva Canada Inc. is one of Canada’s largest insurance groups and we have a lot to offer to talented people just entering the working world.
If you’re ready for a head start, we’d like to meet you.
Aviva is pleased to announce that we are currently recruiting for students for our summer internship Program for the period of May 2025 until August 2025. This is an excellent opportunity for post-secondary students to gain exposure to the insurance industry. Our program offers a variety of experiences across our insurance business unit. Aviva realizes the importance of crafting internships as a means to develop talent to meet future requirements for entry-level insurance roles.
Aviva Canada has adopted a hybrid return-to-office model. This role will require you to work in the Toronto office. The Aviva Trial Lawyers are looking for a Summer Intern for 2025!
What you’ll do
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Researches the law applicable to assigned matters and drafts legal memoranda regarding salient legal issues for counsel.
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Prepares legal documents (including but not limited to pleadings, motions, affidavits of documents, and legal factums) on straightforward legal matters for review by counsel .
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Contributes to the handling of matters in litigation designated for settlement or resolution, in compliance with:
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Professional standards governing lawyers;
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Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure; and,
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Aviva Trial Lawyers’ strategies, processes and standards.
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Assists with preparation for examinations for discovery, mediations, hearings, settlement negotiations, pre-trials and trials.
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At the request of counsel, supports the day to day carriage of smaller litigation files.
We’re excited about you because:
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You're passionate and thoughtful when it comes to offering an amazing customer experience
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You aren't afraid to work in a dynamic environment and learn new processes
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Organization is your strength and you love staying on top of projects
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You get creative when it comes to problem solving
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You’ll collaborative with teammates, have strong communication skills, and build relationships easily
What you need to succeed:
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Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program and actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree and is a Juris Doctor Candidate
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Understanding of Canadian legal processes.
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Knowledge of current insurance law issues.
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Creative solutioning, and strong dispute resolution skills.
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Excellent negotiation and influencing skills.
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Exemplary verbal and written communication skills.
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Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Proficiency in Quicklaw and/or Westlaw as well as other internet/email applications.
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Ability to work in a time sensitive, fast-paced, team environment.
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Strong interpersonal skills, paired with the ability to work independently.
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High degree of professionalism.
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Significant experience using Microsoft office programs (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel)
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Have a minimum 2.75 GPA or B average
Please limit your application to one posting at the location of your choice based on your interests. Carefully review which specific opportunities are available before submitting your application, as openings vary by office.
Please submit your applications to us by February 14, 2025.
**We thank you for your interest in applying for this position, however only suitable candidates will be contacted for interviews.**
Additional Information
Aviva Canada is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities during all phases of the hiring process including the application process. If you require an accommodation because of a disability, we will work with you to meet your needs. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. If you are selected for an interview and require an accommodation, you are encouraged to advise the Talent Acquisition Partner who will consult with you to determine an appropriate accommodation.