2027 Guardian Summer Intern, Digital & Technology – Data Engineering

About the role

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 industry and organizational knowledge through daily business interactions and job assignments, work on projects that directly affect the business, interact with senior leaders, and network with employees and interns across our offices.

Schedule

The internship runs from Thursday, May 27, 2027 to Friday, August 6, 2027. Applicants must be available for the full program dates.

Location

Interns will be placed in one of the following locations (housing is not provided):

• Bethlehem, PA
• New York, NY
• Holmdel, NJ

Eligibility

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future. F‑1 visa holders with Optional Practical Training (OPT), TNs, current H‑1B holders, or any candidates requiring sponsorship will not be considered. Interns are not eligible for most company benefits.

Qualifications

• Current junior (graduation Dec 2027 or May 2028) or sophomore (graduation Dec 2028 or May 2029).
• Self‑starter mentality with high energy, strong work ethic, and ability to work independently.
• Exposure to programming using Python and SQL.
• Understanding of databases, data structures, and data processing concepts.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms or modern data engineering technologies (AWS, Databricks, Spark, Snowflake, etc.) is a plus.
• Interest in data engineering, analytics engineering, AI/ML, or large‑scale data platforms.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Enthusiasm, curiosity, and willingness to learn and adapt in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain data pipelines that ingest, transform, and deliver trusted data across enterprise platforms.
• Work with structured and semi‑structured data sources to build scalable data products supporting reporting, analytics, machine learning, and business applications.
• Learn and apply modern cloud‑based data engineering technologies, including Databricks, AWS, Python, SQL, and data orchestration tools.
• Participate in data quality validation, monitoring, testing, and documentation to ensure reliable data assets.
• Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, architects, and engineers to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Explore AI‑assisted engineering, automation, and modern data platforms to accelerate development and improve productivity.
• Develop skills in data exploration, engineering, and analysis while thinking critically and questioning assumptions.
• Engage with supportive leaders, mentors, and team members for professional development.
• Learn about Guardian’s purpose, values, products, and services.
• Build a network of colleagues and foster a sense of community with other interns and business areas.
• Think broadly and ask questions about data, facts, and information.

Pay

Salary range: $20.00 – $35.00 per hour (estimate based on location, education, experience, and abilities). May include additional incentive compensation.

Benefits

• Meaningful and challenging work opportunities to accelerate innovation in a secure and compliant environment.
• Dynamic, modern work environments that promote collaboration and creativity.
• Colleague Engagement Communities that create inclusive spaces.
• Social responsibility initiatives, including community volunteering, educational alliances, and sustainability projects.