Law Student Internship

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 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 a Summer Law Student for the period of May 2020 until August 2020.  This is an excellent opportunity for a Law Student to gain exposure to the insurance industry. 

You must be in Law School to be eligible for this internship.

What you’ll do:

• Researches the law applicable to assigned matters, and drafts legal memoranda regarding salient legal issues for counsel.
• Prepares legal documents, pleadings, motions, and legal factums on straightforward legal matters for review by counsel (including motion records, statements of defence and affidavits of documents).
• Contributes to the handling of straightforward litigation or other legal matters designated for settlement or resolution, in compliance with:
  • Professional standards governing lawyers;
  • Civil court procedural rules; and,
  • Aviva Trial Lawyer strategies, processes and standards.
• Assists with examinations and hearings; drafts arguments for mediations, arbitrations, hearings, settlement negotiations, pre-trials and trials.
• At the request of counsel, supports the day to day carriage of smaller litigation files

We’re excited about you because:

• You aren't afraid to work in a dynamic environment and learn new processes
• Organization is your strength and you love staying on top of projects
• You get creative when it comes to problem solving
• You’ll collaborative with teammates, have strong communication skills, and build relationships easily

What you need to succeed:

• Enrolled in a Juris doctor program (completed 1-2 years of JD program)
• Proficiency in Quicklaw, Westlaw and other internet/email applications.
• Ability to work in a time sensitive, fast-paced team environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills, paired with the ability to work independently.
• High degree of professionalism.
• Understanding of Canadian legal processes.
• Knowledge of current insurance law issues.
• Creative solution and strong dispute resolution skills.
• Excellent negotiation and influencing skills.
• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving.

Find out more about our people and culture on our Instagram account @LifeAtAviva and on Linkedin @ Aviva Canada.

Please submit your applications to us by March 3rd.

**We thank you for your interest in applying for this position, however only suitable candidates will be contacted for interviews.**