MBA Summer Associate — Enterprise Strategy & Planning

Guardian Life Insurance; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 134,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Life Insurance invites a first-year MBA student to join the 2027 Summer MBA Associate, Enterprise Strategy & Planning in New York, NY. This paid 10-week internship offers exposure to senior leaders, real projects, and cross-functional collaboration to shape Guardian's long-range plans.

You'll analyze markets, contribute to strategic initiatives, and develop business cases while learning Guardian’s purpose, values, and product offerings in a supportive environment with mentors and peers.

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving skills and business acumen.
• Demonstrated project leadership potential, including prioritization of workstreams and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with both qualitative and quantitative data analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter mindset – proactive, energetic, independent, and able to deliver.
• Curiosity and learning mindset.

Responsibilities

• Influence the agendas of Guardian senior executives and assist in strategic planning.
• Support development of long-term strategy and near-term priorities.
• Conduct strategic deep-dives for key business units as part of internal consulting model.
• Assist in cascading goals and metrics for areas aligned with the strategic plan.
• Develop and deliver strategic content for Board of Directors and Guardian Leadership Team.
• Assist in market sizing, competitive research, and business case development for innovative ideas.

Skills

Problem-solving

Project leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Self-starter

Curiosity

Education

MBA student

Job description

Guardian Life Insurance invites a first-year MBA student to join the 2027 Summer MBA Associate, Enterprise Strategy & Planning in New York, NY. This paid 10-week internship offers exposure to senior leaders, real projects, and cross-functional collaboration to shape Guardian's long-range plans.

You'll analyze markets, contribute to strategic initiatives, and develop business cases while learning Guardian’s purpose, values, and product offerings in a supportive environment with mentors and peers.