Summer 2027 Personal Lines Business Insights Intern

Nationwide Mutual Insurance • Columbus, OH

16h • $23 - $50

About The Position

Nationwide is a leader in the insurance and financial services industry in America. We are a Fortune 100 company with a mission to protect people, businesses and futures with extraordinary care. The Nationwide summer internship program is designed to empower you, allowing you to forge a strong foundation for your career. Nationwide interns take part in key business assignments that make a difference, all while enhancing their leadership competencies. As a Nationwide intern, you’ll enjoy everything that makes us great. From professional development sessions and networking events to collaborations with company leaders, your internship will take on a meaningful journey through the Nationwide experience. There are even opportunities for full-time roles upon graduation for high performing interns. Our award-winning culture will ensure you feel welcomed, challenged and encouraged every step of the way! Our Team Business Insights delivers data-driven insights and solutions by analyzing information across the Personal Lines organization. We help business partners make informed decisions by identifying trends, uncovering opportunities, evaluating performance, and providing objective analysis that supports operational improvement and business strategy. Through collaboration with business leaders and partners, we leverage data to improve customer and business outcomes, enhance operational effectiveness, and drive measurable results.

Requirements

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Information Systems, Business Management, Economics, Finance, Insurance, or a related field.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain analytical findings to various audiences.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data visualization tools such as Tableau.
• Experience using SQL or SAS; familiarity with Python or R is a plus.
• Understanding of statistical concepts and analytical methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Interest in the insurance industry and how data-driven insights support business decisions.
• Natural curiosity and the ability to ask thoughtful questions to better understand business challenges.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and evolving business environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of sophomore or junior year preferred.
• Involvement in student activities, leadership experiences, internships, or relevant work experience preferred.
• 3.0 GPA or higher desired.
• Prior internship, coursework, student project experience, or demonstrated interest in Claims, Personal Lines, or the broader insurance industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Retrieving, preparing, and analyzing data from internal and external sources to support business analysis and reporting.
• Leveraging analytical and statistical techniques to identify trends, evaluate business performance, and communicate findings to business partners.
• Completing tasks involving business intelligence, reporting, root cause analysis, and ad hoc business analyses.
• Supporting the development and maintenance of reports, dashboards, and data visualizations used by business leaders and stakeholders.
• Applying quantitative methods to help solve business problems and support data-driven decision-making.
• Assisting in the interpretation of data and development of recommendations that improve operational performance and business outcomes.
• Presenting findings, reports, presentations, and other materials that communicate actionable insights.
• Participating in department and company meetings, special projects, and professional development opportunities.
• Demonstrating curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn new tools, techniques, and business concepts.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Opportunity to participate in internship events and networking experiences.
• Hands-on experience in business intelligence, reporting, and analysis.
• Experience presenting data-driven insights and recommendations to business partners.
• Exposure to multiple business areas within a complex, Fortune 100 organization.
• Professional development and mentoring opportunities within analytics, business intelligence, and business consulting disciplines.
• Experience using data to influence operational and strategic business decisions.

What This Job Offers

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