2027 Guardian Summer Intern, Digital & Technology - Application Development

Guardian Life; Town of Bethlehem (NY); On-site; USD 57,308,000 - 100,289,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Mentorship by leaders

Networking with interns and staff

Job summary

Guardian Life invites applications for a 2027 Summer Intern in Digital & Technology - Application Development. This paid 10-week program runs May 27, 2027 to Aug 6, 2027 and places you in frontend, backend/API, or mobile tracks.

You will design, build, test, and deploy applications while gaining exposure to cloud/GenAI technologies, Agile practices, and mentorship from leaders across Guardian Life. Housing is not provided, with multiple location options in the Northeast.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with modern software development concepts (Git, CI/CD, RESTful APIs, end-to-end system interactions).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in Agile environments is a plus.
• Basic understanding of GenAI technologies and LLMs is a plus.
• Familiarity with Cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality applications for the assigned domain leveraging Cloud and GenAI technologies where applicable.
• Follow coding, testing, and documentation best practices and standards.
• Develop proof-of-concepts using modern technology stacks.
• Learn Guardian’s purpose, values, and product/service offerings while building a network across the organization.

Skills

Git

CI/CD

RESTful APIs

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Agile experience

GenAI concepts

Cloud technologies

Tools

Git

CI/CD

REST APIs

Job description

**2027 Guardian Summer Intern, Digital & Technology - Application Development**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.You will be assigned to one of the following domains: Frontend, Backend/ API or Mobile.**Internship Dates:**The internship program will run from **Thursday, May 27, 2027- Friday, August 6, 2027**.We review applications on a rolling basis, and we encourage you to apply as soon as you are ready. 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 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:*** Familiarity with modern software development concepts (e.g. Git, CI/CD, application architecture patterns, RESTful APIs, and end-to-end system interactions between browser, service, and database layers* Good analytical and problem-solving skills* Knowledge or experience working in an Agile environment is a plus* Basic understanding of GenAI technologies (Copilot, etc.) and knowledge of LLMs is a plus* Familiarity with Cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, etc.)**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* Design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality applications for the assigned domain leveraging and involved with Cloud and/or GenAI technologies, if required* Follow the best practices and standards for coding, testing, and documentation* Develop proof of concepts leveraging modern technology stack* 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.# If you have any questions regarding the application process, please feel free to email Guardian\\[e-mail].**Salary Range:**$20.00 - $35.00The 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** 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. 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].