Fall 2026

UX Writer Intern/Co-op

Posted on 5/9/2026

Deadline 5/23/26
Intact

Intact

10,001+ employees

Underwrites insurance and manages claims

Compensation Overview

$25.34 - $31.68/hr

Montreal, QC, Canada

In Person

Bilingual in Quebec; must work 35 hours/week Sep 8–Dec 18, 2026.

Category
Content & Writing (1)
UI/UX & Design (1)
Required Skills
Graphic Design
Requirements
  • You are currently completing a university degree in English (or French) literature, creative writing, communications, journalism, or another related field.
  • Present a portfolio demonstrating your knowledge and skills in motion design/graphic design.
  • You are strongly interested in writing technical content for digital products
  • You have an aptitude for creativity and ideation
  • For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English speaking colleagues across the country.
  • No Canadian work experience required, but must be eligible to work in Canada.
  • You are available 35 hours a week from September 8 to December 18, 2026.
  • Must be actively enrolled in a post-secondary institution during the internship
Responsibilities
  • Work closely with UX writers to help develop content for our different digital products
  • Contribute to adapting French content to English (or English to French based on your language of preference)
  • Write copy that will guide readers through a clear narrative (information hierarchy, guidance, tone)
  • Proofread existing copy before it goes into production
  • Promote content/communication practices within the Intact Lab
  • The chosen candidate will work primarily in either English or French, depending on their language of preference

Intact Financial Corporation operates as a Canadian insurer offering home, auto, and business coverage, with a notable presence in the UK and Ireland. It underwrites policies, processes claims, and earns revenue from premiums plus investment income. The company emphasizes climate resilience, digital engagement, and community well‑being, with about three-quarters of customers engaging digitally and a focus on using data and AI through external investments. Its goals include 10% NOIPS growth per year, 500 basis points in ROE, outperforming the industry combined ratio by 5 points, and improving customer experience while supporting community resilience.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Toronto, Canada

Founded

1809

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Intact’s scale and diversified mix across personal auto, property, commercial, and specialty lines support stable premium and investment income growth.
  • Digital engagement and AI-driven underwriting can materially improve the combined ratio and help Intact exceed its 5‑point industry target.
  • The Jiffy acquisition and climate‑resilience positioning create opportunities to monetize home maintenance data and proactive risk mitigation in property insurance.

What critics are saying

  • Intact’s climate‑resilience stance risks adverse selection in flood‑ and wildfire‑prone regions, which can deteriorate combined ratios and trigger premium hikes and customer churn.
  • The company’s 500‑basis‑point ROE and 5‑point combined‑ratio targets are unlikely to hold if investment yields stay low and competitors match its digital and AI capabilities.
  • Intact’s preferred share issuance, Nordic exit, and concentrated early‑stage AI/data portfolio expose it to capital strain, regulatory divergence in the UK/Ireland, and venture‑style write‑downs.

What makes Intact unique

  • Intact is Canada’s largest property and casualty insurer with leading positions in UK and Ireland personal and commercial lines.
  • The company combines broad P&C underwriting with global specialty insurance and a growing suite of digital and climate-resilience services.
  • Intact’s acquisition of Jiffy and investments in early-stage data and AI firms differentiate its risk and customer engagement stack from peers.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

Paid Vacation

Hybrid Work Options

401(k) Company Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

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