Technology Internship Program (Data Engineering)

You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential. 

CNA seeks to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees that helps them — and their family members — achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals.

For a detailed look at CNA’s benefits, check out our Candidate Guide.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

As one of the country’s largest writers of commercial and specialty insurance, CNA depends on the talent, expertise and enthusiastic engagement of our employees. We provide insurance protection to more than 1 million businesses and professionals in the U.S. and internationally, offering unique expertise for the businesses and industries we serve. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion enables us to serve a broad range of customers while supporting our communities through charitable contributions and employee volunteerism.

CNA’s Tech Summer Internship Program is looking to create a team of interns for a dynamic and fast pace 10-12 week training program that provides hands on experience and unique opportunities across a variety of technologies.  Data Engineering interns will participate in the design, development and integration of strategic, high-priority data applications across the entire software development lifecycle.

Program Features and Benefits:

• Challenging, innovative assignments that provide real-world experience in applying technical education to technology projects

• Participate in the building of large-scale data processing systems and data lakes, optimized for both computational and storage efficiency on Google Cloud Platform

• Apply technical knowledge on data modeling and best engineering practices

• Participate in design of complex physical data models, projects and cloud-based data lake constructs, including SQL/NoSQL database systems

• Work directly with experienced CNA developers to learn Agile programming methodology

• In-depth education in technology, the insurance industry, CNA’s organization and how Technology plays a leading role in an insurer’s profitability

• A dedicated manager and a mentor who will guide you throughout your internship program at CNA

• Opportunities to meet with members of our senior leadership team and learn about their personal experiences in Technology within the insurance industry

• Professional and personal development activities and ongoing feedback and coaching on performance

• Consideration for potential full-time placement upon graduation

Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Must be a sophomore, junior or senior (undergraduate) or in first year of Masters program pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or related field

• A minimum 3.00 GPA is required (overall and major)

• Working knowledge of relational database concepts

• 1+ years of coding proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, R , SQL)

• Interest in the Insurance Industry

• Some previous work experience preferred

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment, and the ability to cultivate and maintain positive business relationships

• Strong organizational skills

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Effective problem solving, analytical aptitude, learn quickly and embrace change

• Ability to learn and change quickly

• Demonstrated leadership ability

Program Location:

CNA’s corporate headquarters is located in the heart of downtown Chicago at 151 N Franklin St, near all public transportation from the city and suburbs.  The program will employ a hybrid working model, alternating between working in the office and from home.

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