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

Guardian Life; New York (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Life is offering a 2027 Summer Internship Program, a paid 10-week learning experience embedded in a global financial services company. You will work on Generative AI applications, engage with senior leaders, and network with peers across offices in a real business setting.

You are a current junior or sophomore with collaboration, quick decision-making, and a goal-oriented mindset, eligible in locations including NY. Housing is not provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in software development and common libraries/frameworks (Python, TypeScript, JavaScript).
• Strong interest in AI concepts (LLMs, agents, MCPs, AI skills, context engineering).
• Excellent problem-solving in fast-paced environments.
• Strong communication and collaboration across teams.
• Passion for learning and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Be a self-starter who rolls up sleeves, is energetic, works independently and creatively.
• Participate in design, development, and deployment of Generative AI applications and digital assistants.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical specifications.
• Research NLP, ML, and LLM advancements to inform project work.
• Learn Guardian’s values, products, and services while building a professional network.

Tools

Claude Code

OpenAI Codex

GitHub Copilot

Hermes

Job description

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.

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

You have

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

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. 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

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