Data Science Intern

Job Description

Job Title: Data Science Intern

Company: HSB (Hartford Steam Boiler) – A Munich Re company

Location: Hartford, CT, United States (Hybrid Schedule)

About the Internship:

Empower yourself and start building your career with a national industry leader! As a valued Data Science Intern at HSB, you will gain insights into a career at one of the world’s largest reinsurance companies. You will work directly with HSB’s Data Science team on large-scale machine learning projects, supporting major business areas such as insurance, engineering, or technology solutions.

Desired Qualifications & Education:

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

Required Skills:

• Programming: Strong experience with Python/R/SQL, with the ability to write well-documented, production-level code.
• Statistical Knowledge: Practical knowledge & experience with statistical methods.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to work creatively in a problem-solving environment.
• Basic Software Engineering: Skills in Git, API, Docker Container, and DevOps best practices.

Preferred Skills (Plus Points):

• Experience with Spark and distributed computing.
• Experience with Azure cloud development.
• Experience with learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Experience developing or experimenting with generative AI models (e.g., LLMs) and associated utilities/workflows.

Internship Logistics:

• Start Date: May 2026.
• Work Schedule: Hybrid schedule, including working on-site in the Hartford, CT office and working from home.

HSB’s Summer Internship Program Highlights & Benefits:

HSB’s program offers a well-rounded, engaging, and enjoyable experience, providing numerous opportunities for growth and development:

• Gain hands-on experience in real-world data science projects.
• Meet and gain insights from the Senior Leadership Team, as well as other leaders and professionals, to develop lasting professional relationships.
• Abundant networking opportunities.
• Opportunity to participate in community outreach initiatives.
• Receive career advice and help prepare for navigating your career search.
• Learn about great careers within the insurance industry and the impact they make.
• Potential full-time career opportunities after graduation.

Diversity, Inclusion, and Equal Opportunity Employer:

At The Hartford Steam Boiler, a subsidiary of Munich Re, Diversity and Inclusion are seen as solutions to challenges and opportunities. The goal is to foster an inclusive culture and build a workforce that reflects the customers served and the communities lived in and worked. HSB strives to provide a workplace where all colleagues feel respected, valued, and empowered to achieve their very best every day. They recruit and develop talent with a focus on providing the most innovative products and services to their customers.

HSB is 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer:

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. 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.

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