Intern, Technology

Overview

At BHSI, we believe in empowering our customers to navigate a world full of uncertainty. Property and Casualty (P&C) Insurance plays a vital role in helping individuals and businesses manage risk by transferring potential financial losses to insurers.

As a Technology Intern, you will participate in and contribute to project and operational work under the guidance of experienced Technology professionals. If you have a passion for programming, project management, or analytics and data, we will identify projects to leverage these skills. In addition to learning about Technology processes and how they support the Insurance Life Cycle (pricing a quote through to a claim), you will also learn about the insurance industry, and experience first-hand, the teamwork that it takes to deliver flexible, responsive solutions to our customers. This is your opportunity to gain experience, build your skills in a professional setting, contribute meaningfully, and be part of a team that's transforming the insurance industry.

BHSI is building a forever business, and we want you to consider being a part of it!

We invite you to learn more about our unique culture and history.

Opportunity:

We are seeking a motivated and curious individual to join our San Ramon office with the Technology team as a Summer Intern. This 12-week paid internship offers a deep dive into the world of Technology.

You will:

• Participate as an active member of the software engineering team, contributing to project and operational work
• Develop, test, troubleshoot, and document software solutions with guidance from experienced engineers
• Take ownership of assigned development tasks and follow them through completion
• Work with domain experts (engineers and scientists) across the CAT E&A team to enhance our use of available data
• Participate in the team's normal development processes, discussions, and meetings
• Investigate technical problems and develop thoughtful solutions using available tools and resources
• Manage assigned work and priorities while maintaining strong attention to quality and accuracy
• Communicate progress, questions, challenges, and blockers with the team

You will be part of a dynamic and supportive Technology team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. Your work will directly contribute to delivering on our commitment to excellence.

What you will learn:

• Real-world troubleshooting experience
• How catastrophe models support underwriting and the insurance lifecycle
• How enterprise software is built, deployed, and supported in production
• How to troubleshoot real systems used by real people
• Catastrophe modeling applications and how they support the insurance lifecycle and our customers
• A clearer idea of Technology career paths at BHSI

Qualifications:

• College concentration in one of the STEM disciplines or prior experience and demonstrated passion in an Information Technology role
• Proven coding, analytical and problem-solving skills as normally acquired through the pursuit of a degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Machine learning, or a related field.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with Git, Python, SQL and Docker
• Familiarity with a major cloud provider (AWS, GCP, Azure)
• Experience with databases, data processing, and data pipelines
• Knowledge of machine learning and experience with geospatial data
• All candidates must have permanent work authorization in the United States
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong focus, attention to detail and accuracy
• Exposure to or experience with AI-assisted development tools and an interest in applying AI effectively within the software development lifecycle is a plus

Attributes & Values:

• Strategic thinking and critical analysis
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Customer-focused mindset
• Embodies respect and integrity
• Passion for excellence and continuous improvement

Pay Transparency:

The base salary range for this position in San Ramon is $25/hour - $28/hour. We value our teammates - both their capabilities and character - as demonstrated by our amazing culture.

NOTE: Compensation will be commensurate with experience. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Member may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.