2026 Guardian Summer Intern, Underwriting

Guardian Life InsuranceBoston, MA
2d$20 - $35Onsite

About The Position

Our 2026 Internship Program is a paid 10-week learning experience where you will be immersed in the daily environment of a thriving global financial services company. You will gain invaluable industry and organizational knowledge through daily business interactions and job assignments, in addition to engaging in projects that directly affect our business, interact with senior leaders in conversational settings, and network with employees and interns across our offices. This 10-week internship provides you with realistic experiences and information of what it is like to work at Guardian. Internship Dates: The internship program will run from Thursday, May 28, 2026- Friday, August 7, 2026. We review applications on a rolling basis, and we encourage you to apply as soon as you are ready. The application window will close on Friday, November 14, 2025, at 11:59PM ET or when role(s) have been filled, whichever comes first. You are: A rising senior (graduation date of May 2027) who is fueled by collaboration, able to listen and make quick decisions and thrive in a goal-oriented environment A collaborative team player with a can-do attitude One who enjoys reviewing a variety of data points to make financial decisions Location (housing is not provided): Boston, MA You have: A curiosity about Risk Management, Insurance, and Finance A high level of comfort with math and numbers Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint You will: Learn about the basic value proposition and customer business need for group benefits Learn techniques and tools used to evaluate risk in the group business Participate in training to provide understanding of the organization and Underwriter role Be a part of a team responsible for assessing risk and making decisions on an appropriate rate level Identify and communicate trends to support key financial measures Participate in basic insurance training to gain understanding of the organization and group underwriter role Be a part of a team responsible for assessing risk and making decisions on appropriate group insurance price levels 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 Be 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, and is creative We offer: 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 Eligibility: 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. You must be available for the full 10 weeks of the internship program. If you have any questions regarding the application process, please feel free to email [email protected]. Salary Range: $20.00 - $35.00 The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation. Our Promise At Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards. Inspire Well-Being As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues. Explore our company benefits at www.guardianlife.com/careers/corporate/benefits. Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Accommodations Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected]. Please note: this resource is for accommodation requests only. For all other inquires related to your application and careers at Guardian, refer to the Guardian Careers site. Visa Sponsorship Guardian is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant. you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship. Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday. Every day, Guardian helps our 29 million customers realize their dreams through a range of insurance and financial products and services. Our Purpose, to inspire well-being, guides our dedication to the colleagues, consumers, and communities we serve. We know that people count, and we go above and beyond to prepare them for the life they want to live, focusing on their overall well-being — mind, body, and wallet. As one of the largest mutual insurance companies, we put our customers first. Behind every bright future is a GuardianTM. Learn more about Guardian at guardianlife.com. Visa Sponsorship: Guardian Life is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.

Requirements

  • A rising senior (graduation date of May 2027) who is fueled by collaboration, able to listen and make quick decisions and thrive in a goal-oriented environment
  • A collaborative team player with a can-do attitude
  • One who enjoys reviewing a variety of data points to make financial decisions
  • A curiosity about Risk Management, Insurance, and Finance
  • A high level of comfort with math and numbers
  • Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment-based work authorization.
  • You must be available for the full 10 weeks of the internship program.
  • In order to be a successful applicant. you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

  • Learn about the basic value proposition and customer business need for group benefits
  • Learn techniques and tools used to evaluate risk in the group business
  • Participate in training to provide understanding of the organization and Underwriter role
  • Be a part of a team responsible for assessing risk and making decisions on an appropriate rate level
  • Identify and communicate trends to support key financial measures
  • Participate in basic insurance training to gain understanding of the organization and group underwriter role
  • Be a part of a team responsible for assessing risk and making decisions on appropriate group insurance price levels
  • 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
  • Be 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, and is creative

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
  • skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities

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What This Job Offers

Career Level

Intern

Education Level

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Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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