Data Science Intern, NA Integrated Analytics (2027 Summer - New York)

Munich Re; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Munich Re, a leading global reinsurer, seeks a Data Science Intern for NA Integrated Analytics in New York. You’ll apply statistical, ML, and GenAI techniques to support underwriting, pricing, and claims processes.

This internship offers hands-on mentoring, exposure to leadership, and a hybrid work model with in-office days in New York. Candidates should be current students returning to school after the internship.

Qualifications

• Undergrad or Grad degree in CS, Stats, Data Science or related field.
• Experience with Python, SQL, or R.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-growing, dynamic team.
• Currently enrolled and returning to studies after internship.

Responsibilities

• Develop statistical, ML, and GenAI models to assist underwriting, pricing, and claims management.
• Build and implement scalable analytics solutions to improve core processes.
• Research new data modeling approaches to generate actionable insights.
• Collaborate across Munich Re functions to influence business decisions.

Skills

Python

SQL

R

Data analysis

Machine learning

GenAI

Education

Computer Science/Statistics/Data Science

Tools

Git

Claude Code

Codex

Job description

POSITION: Data Science Intern, NA Integrated Analytics (2027 Summer - New York)

LOCATION: New York, NY

ANTICIPATED START DATE: Summer 2027

Together, we engage with everything we have and are, to help humankind act braver and better.

As the world’s leading reinsurance company with more than 40,000 employees in over 50 locations around the globe, Munich Re introduces a paradigm shift in the way you think about insurance. By turning uncertainty into manageable risk, we enable fundamental change. We recognize Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging as a key priority with a culture that welcomes different thoughts and opinions. We dare to think big and are continuously innovating on behalf of our clients.

How can AI promote longer and healthier lives? Armed with decades of risk data, novel data sources, and a team of innovative data scientists, engineers, and domain experts, Munich Re is building solutions that are transforming the life insurance industry.

• Develop solutions that allow easier access to insurance and healthier lifestyles
• Build highly scalable products with best security, ML, DevOps practices
• Research bias and fairness, disease models, NLP, agentic LLM solutions & more
• Discover diverse careers with leadership opportunities
• Flexible remote/in-person work + focus on work-life balance
• Be part of a fast-growing team that values transparency & diversity

Our internship placements provide you with an excellent opportunity to practically apply your classroom and technical training in the reinsurance industry. While with our team, you’ll be; coached by experienced industry professionals, exposed to Munich Re leadership, challenged as a valuable team member and contributor doing meaningful work, and mentored to develop a solid foundation that will help position you as a future leader in the field.

Position Overview:

Responsibilities may include, but will not be limited to the following:

• Supporting the development of statistical, machine learning, and GenAI techniques to assist with building models for underwriting, pricing, and claims management;
• Assist in building and implementing solutions that enable operational units to improve quality and speed of core processes in order to generate incremental revenue or reduce expense;
• Help research new ways of modeling data to unlock actionable insights or improve processes;
• Collaborate across Munich Re functions to understand how analytics can influence business decisions;
• Network with existing data science groups at Munich Re.

Qualifications:

We’re looking for well-rounded individuals who are technically astute, have strong communication skills, and demonstrate the ability to build positive relationships with internal clients. We’re seeking energetic and collaborative professionals who are excited to join our winning team and show promise of becoming a future leader in the data science space.

Specifically, we’re looking for the following qualifications:

• Undergraduate or Graduate degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science/Analytics, Applied Mathematics, Engineering (Physics, Bioinformatics) – or equivalent program offering coursework manipulating large datasets;
• Comfortable working with and combining disparate and varied data sources;
• Familiarity working with analytics through the modeling lifecycle including gathering data, design, recommendations, testing, implementation, communication, and revisions;
• Experience working with any of the following: python, SQL, or R (familiarity with python is required, and multiple languages considered an asset).

• Solid communication skills; spoken & written, formal/informal presentation;
• Resourceful and able to learn quickly;
• Proven ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.

• Experience using git and an AI coding tool such as Claude Code or Codex;
• Experience working with LLM APIs and/or building agents
• Previous exposure to insurance or financial services environment is preferred but not required.

Note that this opportunity is open to current students who are returning to in-class studies upon the completion of the internship.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without requiring employer sponsorship. At this time, we are unable to consider intern candidates who will need current or future sponsorship, including sponsorship related to Optional Practical Training (OPT) or Curricular Practical Training (CPT).

This role will be based in New York, NY. The base range for this internship will be $44 - $54 per hour. The hourly estimate displayed represents the typical hourly range for candidates hired in this position in New York. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate will include your specific skills, level of schooling, exams, and how many years of experience.

You will be expected to relocate to the greater New York area, to meet our hybrid working model of at least 3 days a week in office. This provides a great opportunity to network, develop soft skills and become immersed within the greater Munich Re culture; including engaging with your team while in-office for face-to-face meetings, sharing meaningful moments, and allocating time to connect with your Manager.

At Munich Re US, we see Diversity and Inclusion as a solution to the challenges and opportunities all around us. Our goal is to foster an inclusive culture and build a workforce that reflects the customers we serve and the communities in which we live and work. We strive to provide a workplace where all of our colleagues feel respected, valued and empowered to achieve their very best every day. We recruit and develop talent with a focus on providing our customers the most innovative products and services. We are an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.