2027 Software Developer Internship – Reigate

WTW; Reigate; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Willis Towers Watson invites you to an eight-week internship embedded in our Insurance Technology team in the UK. You will work with industry-leading experts, contribute to real-world software delivery projects and gain hands-on experience in risk modelling and analytics.

You'll be mentored by experienced colleagues, learn about generative AI tools, and explore potential opportunities for a permanent graduate role within the firm.

Qualifications

• Penultimate year at university aiming for a2:1 in a technical/analytical/mathematical discipline
• A* in Maths and A in two other subjects at A Level or equivalent
• Familiar with software development basics and modern languages (C#, C++, Java or Python)
• Interest in current and emerging technologies and strong problem-solving skills
• Good communication and teamwork abilities
• Willingness to learn and apply new knowledge

Responsibilities

• Experience our collaborative engineering approach and contribute to real projects
• Work on software delivery technologies and processes
• Take on growing responsibility in performance benchmarking, testing, DevOps and security
• Gain hands-on experience with Generative AI tools and techniques
• Present work and findings to colleagues and mentors
• Learn daily and receive guidance from dedicated mentors

Skills

C#

C++

Java

Python

HTML/CSS

JavaScript

Problem solving

Analytical mind

Communication

Teamwork

Education

A-levels (A* Maths, A in two other subjects)

Penultimate year university

Technical/analytical/mathematical degree

Tools

C#

C++

Java

Python

HTML/CSS

JavaScript

Job description

Description

With 49,000 colleagues in over 140 countries, we help organisations make forward-thinking choices about their people, their investments and the risks they face. Joining our Insurance Consulting and Technology (ICT) team, you’ll be part of our impact right from the start.

Our ICT team combines deep consulting expertise with innovative technology to develop cutting‑edge solutions for the global insurance industry. The market‑leading risk and financial modelling software we develop is used by over 1,000 clients across six continents.

Our 1,700 ICT colleagues in 35 markets share one mission – to innovate and transform insurance. To make this a reality, we deliver solutions that help our clients better select, finance and manage risk and capital. We develop software solutions thatsupport insurance companies and other businesses that require sophisticated machinemodelling and analytics processes as they confront volatile markets and regulatory changes. Our workunderpins complex financial activities ranging fromasset-liability modelling, pricing and reserving to economic capital aggregation and allocation.

At WTW, we believe difference makes us stronger. We want our workforce to reflect the different and varied markets we operate in and to build a culture of inclusivity that makes colleagues feel welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment throughout our organisation. We embrace all types of diversity.

Responsibilities

Joining us for eight weeks, you’ll build invaluable real‑world experience at the heart of our Insurance Technology business. You’ll work with and learn from our industry‑leading experts, while:

• Experiencing our collaborative and innovative approach to engineering
• Contributing to a business‑applicable project that covers a wide range of software delivery technologies and processes
• Taking on more responsibilities as you grow, in areas such as performance benchmarking, testing, DevOps and security
• Gaining hands‑on experience with Generative AI tools and techniques, learning how you can support software engineering activities while developing the critical thinking skills needed to evaluate, validate and apply AI‑generated outputs effectively and responsibly
• Presenting your work and findings to colleagues and your fellow interns
• Learning every day with the support of your colleagues and dedicated mentors

This is the perfect opportunity to understand what you could expect if you joined our graduate programme the following year; those who perform well during the internship may be offered a permanent graduate role.

Qualifications

• In your penultimate year at university and on course to achieve a2:1 degree in a technical, analytical or mathematical discipline
• You’ll need an A* in Maths and an A in two further subjects at A Level or equivalent
• Aware of a softwaredevelopment language, such as C#, C++, Java or Python, and web technologies such as HTML/CSS or JavaScript
• Familiar with the basic principles of software development
• Genuinely interested in current and emerging technologies
• A natural problem solver with a mathematical and analytical mind
• Good at communicating and working as part of a team
• Eager to gain and apply new knowledge

Closing Date: 15 November

*** Please note that we do not accept multiple applications and you should only select and apply to one programme per year***

Workstyles

We believe in the value of in‑person learning at this early stage of your career, so you’ll be expected to come into the office at least three days a week.

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants.

We are committed to maintaining a fair and equitable process for all candidates – read our AI Guidance.