Data Science Intern

Job description

Empower yourself! Start building your career with a national industry leader! Why intern at HSB? At Hartford Steam Boiler (HSB), a Munich Re company, you will learn what it is like to pursue a career at one of the world’s largest reinsurance companies. As a valued Data Science Intern within our team in the Hartford, CT Office, you will work with HSB’s Data Science team on large scale machine learning projects supporting one of our major business areas (insurance, engineering or technology solutions).

Desired Major(s) and Level of Education

MS or PhD Student in Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Electrical Engineering or a related applied science with a heavy quantitative emphasis. The ideal candidate is adept at using large data sets to find opportunities for product and process optimization. Exceptional undergraduate students will also be considered.

Skills

Strong programming experience with Python/R/SQL, with the ability to write well-documented production-level code. Practical knowledge & experience with statistical methods Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work creatively in problem solving environment. Basic software engineering skills (Git, API, Docker Container, DevOps best practices) Experience with Spark and distributed computing is a plus. Experience with Azure cloud development is a plus.

Experience with learning frameworks such as PyTorch or Tensorflow is a plus. Experience developing or experimenting with generative AI models (ex. LLMs) and associated utilties/workflows is a plus. Available to start the internship in May 2027 and work a hybrid schedule in the Hartford, CT Office HSB’s Summer Internship Program provides a well-rounded, engaging and enjoyable experience. Below are some of the key experiences and benefits you can expect.

Program Highlights

Gain hands on experience. Meet and gain insights from the Senior Leadership Team as well as other leaders and professionals in the organization to develop lasting professional relationships. Networking opportunities. Hybrid work schedule to include working on-site in the Hartford, CT office and working from home. Participate in community outreach. Opportunity to gain career advice and help you prepare for navigating your career search.

Learn about great careers within the insurance and the impact they make. Potential full-time career opportunities after graduation. At The Hartford Steam Boiler, a subsidiary of Munich Re, we see Diversity and Inclusion as a solution to the challenges and opportunities all around us. Our goal is to foster an inclusive culture and build a workforce that reflects the customers we serve and the communities in which we live and work.

We strive to provide a workplace where all of our colleagues feel respected, valued and empowered to achieve their very best every day. We recruit and develop talent with a focus on providing our customers the most innovative products and services. We are an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We are an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. The work environment characteristics, and any physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.