2026 Early Career Program – Technology Associate, Digital & Technology Rotational Program

Guardian Life Insurance • Holmdel Township, NJ

10h • $56,650 - $84,970

About The Position

Are you interested in gaining experience within multiple teams in a technology department? Do you enjoy learning new concepts? Are you excited to take on complex challenges and collaborate with technical and business teams? If so, Guardian has an exciting opportunity for you to join the LEAP Program as a Technology Associate. Guardian’s LEAP Program LEAP, an early talent rotational program, develops versatile, adaptable technologists ready to take on critical roles. Through hands-on experience, guided mentorship, and exposure to diverse technical areas, we equip participants with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to innovate, lead, and build lasting careers at Guardian. Our LEAP Program will help you build your professional toolkit as you gain industry and organizational knowledge through three 8-month rotational assignments. As part of Digital & Technology at Guardian, you will have the opportunity to gain experience from and network with professionals across the company. Our LEAP Associates develop technical, leadership, and business skills through challenging assignments, formalized training, and guided mentorship to prepare them for a successful career at Guardian. Throughout your rotations, you will be able to make meaningful contributions to initiatives that directly impact our business and the communities we serve. Career Development: Shape your career path through professional experiences within the following functional areas: Engineering Security Data, AI, & Automation Location: Bethlehem, PA Holmdel, NJ New York, NY

Requirements

• Currently in your final year of obtaining a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university (graduation date of May 2026) or have obtained a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university (graduation date of December 2025) OR A graduate of a technical bootcamp program within the past year (coursework to obtain degree must be completed prior to start of employment)
• A self-starter – someone who enjoys “rolling up their sleeves and getting things done”, has high energy, strong work ethic, displays the ability to work independently, is creative, and takes ownership of your personal growth and career development
• Interested in joining an organization and culture where thoughts, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and celebrated
• Knowledge or hands-on experience with modern technology frameworks and development practices (e.g., Git, continuous integration and delivery)
• Exceptional software programming and/or scripting skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• The drive to deliver commitments and an openness to new ideas
• Strong and effective communication (both written and verbal)
• Intellectual curiosity and embrace any change that comes your way
• Willingness to collaborate with a broad range of subject matter experts across the organization
• Passion for learning and innovation
• Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment-based work authorization. F-1 visa holders with Optional Practical Training (OPT) who will require H-1B status, TNs, or current H-1B visa holders will not be considered. H1-B and green card sponsorship are not available for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge or experience working in an Agile environment is a plus

Responsibilities

• Gain experience within multiple teams in Digital & Technology
• Learn and apply new concepts to the work you deliver
• Take on complex challenges and collaborate with both technical and business teams
• Obtain relevant certifications
• Have the opportunity to work and learn from supportive leaders, mentors and team members across the organization who will help coach you as you develop your professional career
• Learn about Guardian’s purpose, values, how we work, and our suite of product and service offerings
• Build a network of colleagues and have a sense of community with other interns and other parts of the business
• Think broadly and ask questions about data, facts and other information

Benefits

• Meaningful and challenging work opportunities to accelerate innovation in a secure and compliant way
• Dynamic, modern work environments that promote collaboration and creativity to develop and empower talent
• Employee Resource Groups that advocate for inclusion and diversity in all that we do
• Social responsibility in all aspects of our work- we volunteer within our local communities, create educational alliances with colleges, and drive a variety of initiatives in sustainability

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern