2026 Summer Student Program

Join the WSIB this summer : Where potential meets purpose At the WSIB, we believe in the power of purpose-driven work. Here, your potential isn’t just recognized—it’s unleashed, as you help support those who have been injured or made ill on the job and shape safer, healthier workplaces across Ontario. Every day, our team makes a lasting impact. WSIB is more than a workplace—it’s a community where your enthusiasm, fresh perspectives and expertise are celebrated. Join us and discover how your talents can be transformed into meaningful action. We’re committed to your growth, offering opportunities for personal and professional development within a culture grounded in compassion, integrity and teamwork. This role requires the successful applicant to commit to an in-office work arrangement up to 5 days a week in 2026. Summer student recruitment As a summer team member at the WSIB, you’ll dive into meaningful projects, gaining hands-on experience that brings your classroom learning to life. Here, your contributions matter—you’ll make a real impact while developing skills and confidence that will serve you well into the future. We’re dedicated to investing in your growth, with comprehensive training and development opportunities at every stage, including our Career Ignite Conference, which offers students the chance to build professional skills and network with senior leaders from across the organization—all during an inspiring, in-person event. Join us and be part of a team committed to helping people and making Ontario safer, healthier, and more equitable for all. We value and celebrate diversity, striving to foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed, supported, and respected. Your unique perspective is important to us. We strongly encourage students from all backgrounds—including racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and individuals of any sexual orientation or gender identity—to apply.

We’re committed to an equitable and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please let us know—together, we’ll ensure your needs are met. You can visit our website to learn more about equity, diversity and inclusion and read our Accessibility Policy.

At the WSIB, your potential meets purpose. Bring your best, and together, we’ll make a difference.

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Summer Student Opportunities Operations Our Operations team directly helps people who have been injured or made ill because of work. This team is committed to helping people with a safe and timely recovery and return to work. Some areas that have hired summer students include :

• Care Navigation
• Contract Management
• Healthcare Payment
• Health Services Management
• Mental Stress Injuries Program
• Professional Practice
• Return to Work
• Serious Injury Program

Service Excellence Our Service Excellence team is dedicated to supporting the WSIB's customers. We help businesses register online, pay premiums, and create safer workplaces. We also assist individuals with reporting workplace injuries or illnesses, receiving benefit payments, and answering questions about their claims. Some areas that have hired summer students include :

Technology Our Technology team supports the organization by providing electronic solutions, data analysis and reporting, and managing our vendors and suppliers. Some areas that have hired summer students include :

Finance Our Finance team is responsible for the financial health and integrity of the organization, and accountable for the funds required to support people with injuries or illnesses in their recovery and return to work. Some areas that have hired summer students include :

People Our People team provides comprehensive human resources advice and services to the organization, supporting strategic business outcomes through our people. Some areas that have hired summer students include :

Risk and Governance The Governance team supports, educates, and champions effective governance across the organization. The Risk team helps improve internal decision-making and reporting, and informing enterprise-wide decisions. Some areas that have hired summer students include :

Professional Requirements and Qualifications Applicants must be :

All applications must include the following :

Summer student recruitment timeline

Applications open

November 19, 2025 - January 14, 2026

Resume screening and assessments

January - February, 2026

Interviews

January - March, 2026

Offers

February - April 2026

Start date / orientation

May 4, 2026