Student programs

Join us as a summer student

A summer with the WSIB provides you with real-world experience collaborating with professionals in your field, a competitive salary, the possibility of returning to the organization year-over-year and for some, a summer role that becomes a full-time position after graduation.

We hire summer students in all areas of our business including:

• Customer Service
• Information Technology
• Finance
• Healthcare Payment
• Return to Work
• Claims Registration and Management
• Advanced Analytics
• Human Resources
• Health and Safety
• Administration
• And more!

To apply you must be:

• Legally authorized to work in Canada.
• A post-secondary student who is enrolled full-time in a recognized institution in September 2025 OR a post-secondary student who has graduated from a recognized institution within the last 6 months. NOTE: Students in their final year must provide proof of enrollment in their last semester.
• Available to work for the entire duration of the summer program (from May 5, 2025, to August 29, 2025).

The WSIB is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodation for job applicants in accordance with the Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you are an individual with a disability and you need accommodation to apply for these positions, please contact talentacquisitioncentre@wsib.on.ca.

Student testimonials

See what previous students have to say about our Summer Student Program.

"Over the summer, I networked with many occupational therapists, which was incredibly valuable and really solidified my interest in the industry. Through the development of essential skills and real contributions to workplace safety and recovery, every student embodies the organization's principles with passion and expertise. The experience as a returning student is collaborative. Everyone has something to add, whether to a specific claim or by supporting each other."

Shumayal Butt, an Occupational Therapy student pursuing her Master’s at McMaster University

"I found the summer student experience to be very gratifying. Both last year and this year, I’ve worked on a tool for case managers to identify alternate work options for people with injuries. Seeing it come to life from an idea to a widely used tool is incredibly rewarding."

Alex Morning, a recent kinesiology graduate from York University

"I was privileged to be part of a very supportive team. In fact, the Summer Student Program was beyond my expectations. I have a passion for workplace safety and a commitment to making a difference in health and safety programs."

Elom Adekahlor, pursuing a postgraduate program in Occupational Health and Safety at Lambton College

"Working at the WSIB broadened my perspective and helped me realize there are many careers where you can help people while combining your interests. I was pushed out of my comfort zone, which allowed me to develop skills I wouldn't have otherwise had the opportunity to."

Ethan Morad, a recent graduate from Queen’s University

WSIB Scholars

The WSIB is a place where potential meets purpose. With that in mind, we’ve created the WSIB Scholars program.

Become a WSIB Scholar

The WSIB Scholars program is one way we’re building the future of the WSIB and helping students reach their potential.

We’re providing $2 million over five years in scholarships at Fanshawe College:

• Students in eligible 2-year diploma programs in Business, Nursing and IT will receive an initial $2500 tuition payment as well as a $2500 tuition payment per academic term for the duration of the program (total value of up to $10,000).
• Students in eligible 3-year advanced diploma programs in IT will receive an initial $2500 tuition payment, as well as a $2500 tuition payment per academic term for the duration of the program (total value of up to $15,000).
• Students in eligible 4-year bachelor's degree programs in Commerce will receive an initial $5000 tuition payment as well as $5000 tuition payment per academic term (total value of up to $40,000). 

For full scholarship details, eligibility requirements and application deadlines, please visit Fanshawe College’s scholarship section.

We’re providing $1 million over five years in scholarships at Western University:

• Four annual scholarships for undergraduate students in Statistical and Actuarial Sciences ($22,500 per student over three years)
• Two annual scholarships for two graduate students in Statistical and Actuarial Sciences ($10,000 per student over one year)
• One annual scholarship for an undergraduate student in Computer Science ($15,000 over two years)
• One annual scholarship for a graduate student completing a Master of Data Analytics ($10,000 over one year)
• Two annual scholarships for two graduate students in Occupational Therapy ($15,000 per student over two years)
• Two annual scholarships for two undergraduate students in Nursing ($15,000 per student over two years)
• One annual scholarship for an undergraduate student in Software Engineering ($15,000 over two years)

For full scholarship details, eligibility requirements and application deadlines, please visit Western University’s scholarship sections for undergraduate and graduate studies.