2027 Guardian Summer Intern, Corporate Finance & Risk - Internal Audit

Guardian Life Insurance Company; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Guardian Life Insurance Company in New York, NY invites a current junior to join its 2027 Summer Internship in Corporate Finance & Risk - Internal Audit. This 10-week paid program immerses you in the daily environment of a thriving global financial services company, with hands-on projects, mentorship, and exposure to senior leaders.

The internship runs May 27, 2027 through August 6, 2027. Eligibility includes being on track to graduate in May 2028, and the ability to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with finance coursework.
• Interest in exploring multiple areas of Finance and Risk within the org.
• Intellectual curiosity to analyze information and draw insights.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to connect risk, controls and processes.

Responsibilities

• Support audit project work and collaborate with experienced professionals.
• Assist in company-wide initiatives in process improvement/transformation.
• Assist in testing to support external audit controls over financial statements or model rules.
• Learn Guardian's values, products, and how we work across the organization.
• Build a network with colleagues and interns across the business.
• Think broadly and ask questions about data and facts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Finance coursework

Interest in Finance

Attention to detail

Job description

2027 Guardian Summer Intern, Corporate Finance & Risk - Internal Audit

Our 2027 Summer 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:

Thursday, May 27, 2027- Friday, August 6, 2027.

The application window will close on Friday, November 13th, 2026, at 11:59PM ET or when role(s) have been filled, whichever comes first.

You are:

A current junior (graduation date of May 2028) who is fueled by collaboration, able to listen and make quick decisions and thrive in a goal-oriented environment.

Location (Housing is not provided):

• New York, NY

Required Qualifications:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and coursework in finance, business, economics, or a related field
• An interest in exploring multiple areas of Finance and Risk and a willingness to learn about different functions and career paths across the organization
• Intellectual curiosity to learn, and the ability to analyze information and draw meaningful insights
• Strong attention to details and ability to ask insightful questions and connect risk, controls and business processes

You will:

• Support audit project work, collaborate with experienced professionals and gain exposure to real world business challenges
• Assist in boarder department wide initiatives gaining experience in process improvement / transformation
• Assist in performing testing to support the external audit controls over financial statement testing and/or model audit rule testing
• 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

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
• Colleague Engagement Communities that create inclusive spaces where you can feel valued and connected
• Social responsibility in all aspects of our work- we volunteer within our local communities, create educational alliances with colleges, 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 program dates of the internship program.

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 [e-mail]. 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 Life is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment-based visas (e.g., such as an H-1B). In order to be a successful applicant, you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship/support now or at any time in the future.

Notice Regarding Guardian's Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment

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Additionally, at applicable times, Guardian will make public the most recent bias audit results for such AI tools, which may be found here.