Data Science Intern - Summer 2027 Intern

Sun Life Financial; Wellesley (MA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation leave

Paid family leave

Medical coverage

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability programs

Sabbatical program

401(k) match

Job summary

Sun Life U.S. is seeking a campus analytics intern to support advanced analytics within Health and Risk Solutions. The role involves building predictive models, data exploration, and collaborating with AI-focused teams to improve pricing, underwriting and claims processes.

You will work with experienced data scientists and may apply generative AI techniques. The internship is hybrid and requires proximity to a US office.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in data science techniques and statistics.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL for data manipulation and modeling.
• Experience with machine learning libraries and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and monitoring predictive models and AI solutions.
• Apply data science techniques to business problems and present insights.
• Collaborate with analytics squads supporting AI use cases.
• Document code and ensure reproducibility.

Skills

Data science knowledge

Python

SQL

ML libraries

Communication

Problem solving

Generative AI

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student in data science / statistics / computer science

Tools

ML frameworks

Job description

Sun Life U.S. is one of the largest providers of employee and government benefits, helping approximately 50 million Americans access the care and coverage they need. Through employers, industry partners and government programs, Sun Life U.S. offers a portfolio of benefits and services, including dental, vision, disability, absence management, life, supplemental health, medical stop-loss insurance, and healthcare navigation. We have more than 6,400 employees and associates in our partner dental practices and operate nationwide. At Sun Life, we're driven by our Purpose: helping our Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. Our values shape how we work: caring, authentic, bold, inspiring, and impactful. When you join Sun Life, you'll work with passionate colleagues and empowering leaders who support your growth and celebrate your contributions, so you can make a meaningful difference in our Clients' lives. Visit our website to discover how Sun Life is making life brighter for our customers, partners and communities.

Job Description: US Campus Summer 2027 Intern

You are as unique as your background, experience, and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered, and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do. Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families, and communities around the world.

What’s it like to work at Sun Life?

You’ll find it dynamic and highly professional; collaborative and supportive. We encourage career mobility. Sun Life is also a socially responsible employer, supporting the communities in which we live and work, with a globally recognized commitment to the environment and sustainability.

This internship will be hybrid, and interns must be located near one of our US based offices – Wellesley, MA; Kansas City, MO; Hartford, CT; Portland, ME; Milwaukee, WI.

The Role

This role will provide advanced analytics support within the Business Analytics function that applies the power of data with machine learning to improve business outcomes across the Health and Risk Solutions business. This team is expected to work closely with the other teams across the organization, including functional teams and the analytic agile squads supporting AI use cases within various business domains. This position reports to the Director of Advanced Analytics Transformation and offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced Data Scientist on high impact projects. Responsibilities include assisting in the development and monitoring of predictive models and AI solutions to support our pricing, underwriting and clinical review processes, as assigned. Additional responsibilities may include applying machine learning techniques to explore ways to streamline and automate aspects of these processes.

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Support the application of data science techniques to solve business problems across various analytical areas, including exploratory data analysis, feature engineering, predictive modeling, and visualization.
• Collaborate with the team to develop, validate, and maintain high-quality, robust predictive models and AI solutions.
• Utilize multiple sources of data, including structured and unstructured data, along with variety of machine learning techniques to improve model performance and interpretability.
• Follow team standards for writing, organizing, and documenting codes to ensure project work is reproducible and easy to be understood.
• Interpret data and model outputs to generate clear actionable insights and recommendations that drive business decisions.
• Other duties as assigned

Core skill sets needed for this role:

• Strong academic foundation in developing and implementing data science techniques
• Strong knowledge of statistical and data science techniques, including machine learning, data visualization, and experience with databases
• Proficiency in Python and SQL for data manipulation, modeling, and automation
• Experience with machine learning framework and libraries
• Commitment to data compliance, model governance and security protocols
• Strong problem-solving skills and effective communication, with an ability to explain technical concepts to a non-technical audience
• Experience with generative AI, including prompt engineering, RAG workflows and integrating LLMs into business processes, is a plus

The Candidate

To be eligible for an internship at Sun Life, you must meet the following requirements: Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university during the time of internship (June 2027 – August 2027) Must be an undergraduate or graduate student in statistical, mathematical, or technical field (e.g., Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or Actuarial Science) Eligible to legally work in the United States Ability to work full-time (40 hours/week) during Intern session

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel they belong, are supported and empowered to thrive. We encourage applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Life is brighter when you work at Sun Life

At Sun Life, we prioritize your well-being with comprehensive benefits, including:

• generous vacation and sick time
• market-leading paid family, parental and adoption leave
• medical coverage
• company paid life and AD&D insurance
• disability programs
• a partially paid sabbatical program

Plan for your future with our 401(k) employer match, stock purchase options, and an employer-funded retirement account.

Enjoy a flexible, inclusive and collaborative work environment that supports career growth.

We’re proud to be recognized in our communities as a top employer.

We will make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of otherwise-qualified individuals with disabilities or special disabled veterans, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Please email [e-mail] to request an accommodation.

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We do not require or administer lie detector tests as a condition of employment or continued employment.

Sun Life will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including applicable fair chance ordinances.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Job Category: Temporary Employee Posting End Date: 20/11/2026

Shine together

At Sun Life, you can be your most brilliant self. Our supportive, flexible, and inclusive work environment is one where you – and your career – can thrive. Whatever your aspirations, collaborative leaders and colleagues are ready to help you learn, grow, and succeed.

Make life brighter We’re a global company with a passion for people. Our purpose is to help Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. As a team of 30,000 across 26 countries, our impact is far-reaching, and locally relevant There’s power in numbers. As part of Sun Life’s growing team, you have an impact on people in your community and around the world. Shape the future With an optimistic eye on a brighter future, we drive to innovate. Be part of leading change, push boundaries and try new ways of working. Use data to drive bold actions. Be agile and pivot as we test and learn. At Sun Life, we’re driving transformation, sustainability and innovation for our Clients, employees, partners, and communities.

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