Recognized for Excellence in Every Campus Forward Award Category
Sun Life received a Campus Forward Award for Excellence in Recruitment Strategies, Tech Innovation, Candidate Experience, DE&I, and Internship Programming.
Receiving an award for each category reflects Sun Life's unwavering excellence and commitment to providing the best experience for the next generation of talent. Sun Life invests in innovative recruitment strategies, cutting-edge technology, thoughtful candidate experiences, inclusive recruitment practices, and standout internship programs. See below for the highlights of their strategies in each one of these categories.
Excellence in Recruitment Strategies
At Sun Life, the US Campus Recruiting team takes a forward-thinking approach to attract and engage top early-career talent. Rooted in innovation, inclusiveness, and relationship building, their strategy leverages data-driven insights and partnerships with universities, HBCUs, and non-traditional platforms to collaborate with historically underrepresented communities, ensuring equitable access to opportunities and creating diverse pipelines. Beyond traditional career fairs, Sun Life engages universities through a variety of networking events, case competitions, and experiential learning programs that allow students to engage with their team and culture. Using AI-driven sourcing techniques and targeted social media, Sun Life connects with candidates through relatable, aspirational storytelling.But most importantly their commitment extends beyond hiring, with tailored development programs that support personal and professional growth. By leading with a people-first philosophy, Sun Life is shaping the future of early talent acquisition.
Excellence in Tech Innovation
Sun Life’s US early career recruiting program being a team of two leans and leverages heavily on technology to enhance efficiency, streamline processes, and deliver outstanding results. By utilizing AI-powered sourcing and interviewing techniques, the team identifies top talent across diverse platforms. Through virtual hiring platforms the team is enabling seamless candidate engagement through online career fairs, video interviews, and interactive webinars, breaking geographic barriers and reaching a broader pool of talent. Additionally, through data analytics the team can provide insights into sourcing effectiveness to candidate conversion rates, allowing for real-time adjustments to recruitment strategies. By embracing innovative technologies and techniques, Sun Life ensures a dynamic and efficient program that attracts exceptional talent while maintaining a candidate-centric approach.
Excellence in Candidate Experience
At Sun Life, the US Campus Recruiting team is dedicated to creating a positive and empowering candidate experience for student job seekers. The team designs an engaging, transparent hiring process that prioritizes communication, education, and support at every stage. From clear job descriptions and detailed timelines to preparatory workshops, resume reviews, and mock interviews, Sun Life ensures students are set up for success. The approach is rooted in personalized touchpoints, including one-on-one guidance and timely feedback, making the process approachable and impactful. By fostering an environment where early talent candidates feel informed, valued, and inspired by Sun Life’s mission and values, the team delivers a seamless hiring experience that not only attracts top talent but also positions Sun Life as an employer of choice for the next generation.
Excellence in DE&I
The US Campus Recruiting team at Sun Life is dedicated to advancing DE&I initiatives to attract, recruit, and retain underrepresented talent at the early career level. Through strategic partnerships with HBCU's, HSI's, and organizations such as NAAIA and ALPFA, the team cultivates diverse pipelines and ensures equity in access to opportunities. To ensure equity in the hiring process, the team incorporates inclusive job descriptions and diverse interview panels where applicable that reduce bias and create a welcoming experience for all candidates. To enhance the overall experience and retention, the team offers tailored programming events, mentorship programs, access to employee resource groups, and career development initiatives that empower early career talent to grow and succeed. By embedding inclusion into every stage of the process, Sun Life builds a workforce that reflects and celebrates diversity at all levels.
Excellence in Internship Programming
Sun Life's US internship program delivers an impactful experience by blending meaningful project based work, professional development, and cultural immersion. Interns contribute to high-impact projects aligned with business goals, gaining hands-on experience that directly influences the company's success and present these successes to business leaders at the end of their program. As a hybrid internship program, interns not only have the chance to gain real-world experience with the benefits of flexible work schedules, but also have time to be exposed to professional growth that is fostered through tailored workshops, leadership speakers, networking events, community service events, and structured mentorship. The program emphasizes inclusivity, creating a welcoming environment where interns feel values and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. By combining development, connection, and purpose, Sun Life equips interns with the skills and confidence to thrive in their careers, leading to a 92% return offer acceptance rate.
