Agricultural Analytics Summer Intern – Software Development - College Program 2026

Company:

Guy Carpenter

Description:

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Agricultural Analytics team at Guy Carpenter. This role will be based in Chicago, IL. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.

This exciting internship opportunity offers you a chance to play a vital role in advancing software development and data-driven initiatives at a global leader in risk management and reinsurance. Within our innovative Agricultural Analytics group, you’ll engage in designing, analyzing, and delivering in-house software solutions and cutting-edge data projects that drive meaningful impact across multiple high-profile initiatives. As part of the Analytics team, you’ll collaborate closely with data analysts, scientists, engineers, product managers, and brokers, gaining hands-on experience in software engineering and sophisticated data manipulation. This fast-paced, collaborative environment offers a unique opportunity to streamline data processes and contribute to insightful analyses that inform strategic decisions and foster innovation.

We will count on you to:

• Partner with stakeholders to evaluate and understand business concepts and processes.
• Design robust technical and integration architectures that align with both user needs and overarching business objectives
• Develop high-quality, well-documented, and maintainable code that meets established standards
• Create and execute automated tests to ensure seamless interoperability of application components across multiple platforms, collaborating effectively with cross-functional product development team
• Work collaboratively with developers to ensure alignment with business goals while adhering to technical and architectural best practices
• Engage with Guy Carpenter IT teams to design, develop, and implement innovative technology solutions
• Diagnose, analyze, and resolve complex technical issues related to system functionality, environment, and operational procedures
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, proactively researching and recommending new tools and approaches to enhance solutions
• Design, build, and deploy custom data pipelines that integrate with proprietary statistical models and software, driving the development of innovative data products

What you need to have:

• Pursuing a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as Computer Science, Information Science, Data Science, or a related quantitative discipline, or demonstrated ability to quickly learn new software and analytical concepts with a target expected graduation date of Fall 2026 or Spring 2027
• A strong academic performance; relevant work experience is a plus and can sometimes outweigh the specific field of study
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences across the organization
• Exposure to technologies and programming languages such as .NET, .NET Core, JavaScript (React/Angular) and SQL
• Ability to work with NoSQL / Postgres / SQL Server databases. Experience with writing and debugging complex SQL queries.

What Makes You Stand Out:

• Prior experience with software best practices, including DRY coding, unit and integration testing, and thorough documentation
• Familiarity with modern containerization and deployment tools like Docker
• Experience working with big data processing frameworks such as Apache Spark
• Hands-on experience in a modern, agile Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) environment, including CI/CD pipelines across development, quality control, and production stages
• Proficiency with MS SQL, C#, R, or Python Azure
• Ability to consume and integrate data from APIs
• Demonstrated strong analytical skills and intellectual curiosity, evidenced through academic projects or professional work
• Experience working in an Agile environment, supporting rapid and effective delivery of team goals
• Knowledge of risk evaluation modeling or some kind of experience building simulation or modelling software.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to foster strong internal relationships, collaborate effectively within a team, and contribute to both technical and non-technical discussions
• A genuine eagerness to learn quickly, adapt to new challenges, and contribute meaningfully to team initiatives

Why join our team:

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders
• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and hav