2027 Guardian Summer Intern, Digital & Technology – AI & Machine Learning

The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Life Insurance Company of America is offering a paid 10-week Summer Internship in Digital & Technology focusing on AI and machine learning. Roles involve hands-on development, exposure to generative AI, NLP and ML, and collaboration with senior leaders across Guardian offices.

You will gain industry insights, work on real-time projects, and build a professional network while learning from mentors and leaders. Housing is not provided and roles are based in multiple U.S. locations.

Qualifications

• Experience in software development with Python/TypeScript/JavaScript and libraries/frameworks.
• Strong interest in AI concepts including LLMS, agents, MCPs and AI skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and willingness to collaborate cross-functionally.
• Passion for learning and innovation and curiosity about AI advances.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design, development and implementation of Generative AI applications and digital assistant solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical specs.
• Conduct research and stay updated on NLP, ML and LLM advancements.
• Learn from mentors and build a professional network across the organization.
• Contribute to Guardian's purpose, values and product/service offerings.

Skills

Python

TypeScript

JavaScript

AI concepts

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Learning agility

NLP/LLMs

AI coding harnesses

Tools

Claude Code

OpenAI Codex

Github Copilot

Hermes

Job description

2027 Guardian Summer Intern, Digital & Technology – AI & Machine Learning

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. For all roles, teams are assigned mid-spring. Doing so offers the ability to assign program participants to real-time, business-critical needs.

Internship Dates

The internship program will run from Thursday, May 27, 2027- Friday, August 6, 2027.

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

Eligibility

You are: A current junior (graduation date of December 2027 or May 2028) or current sophomore (graduation date of December 2028 or May 2029) who is fueled by collaboration, able to listen and make quick decisions and thrive in a goal-oriented environment.

Location (Housing is not provided): Bethlehem, PA New York, NY Holmdel, NJ

Required Qualifications

• Experience in software development, Python, TypeScript, JavaScript, or your favorite programming language, and familiarity with common libraries and frameworks.
• Knowledge and strong interest in AI concepts, such as LLMS, Agents, MCPs, AI Skills, Context Engineering, and AI Coding Harnesses such as Claude Code, OpenAI Codex, Github Copilot, Hermes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to thrive in a demanding fast-paced work environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and a willingness to collaborate cross-functionally with different teams.
• Passion for learning and innovation.

You will

• 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.
• Participate in the design, development, and implementation of Generative AI applications, digital assistant solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Conduct research and stay updated on the latest advancements in natural language processing (NLP), machine learning, and LLM technology.
• 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.

Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.

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.

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].

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 As part of Guardian's job application process, Guardian may use artificial intelligence tools ("AI Tools") to automate the sorting and filtering of information provided by applicants as part of its preliminary screening. This preliminary screening may be used to help identify applicant materials and resumes relative to their indication that the applicant meets the requirements for the specific job for which they are applying, as specified in this listing posted on Guardian's jobs website (Careers at Guardian at https://www.guardianlife.com/careers). At Guardian, we do not use AI Tools to substantially assist or replace human judgment or discretionary decision making in our hiring process. All hiring decisions will be made by Guardian colleagues. Please be aware that if you apply for a specific position with Guardian, you will have the choice of opting out of Guardian's use of AI Tools during the job application process. If you would like to request an alternative process that does not utilize AI Tools or would like to request a reasonable accommodation, within ten business days of your position application, you must email your request to [e-mail], making sure to provide your name and job requisition identification number.

Guardian will retain your applicant materials and resume and all information therefrom in accordance with Guardian's document retention policy, a copy of which you may request via [e-mail]. Additionally, at applicable times, Guardian will make public the most recent bias audit results for such AI tools, which may be found here.