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Geospatial Summer Internship

Travelers
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Geospatial Intern (BIG)

21952BR
Company Information
Solid reputation, passionate people and endless opportunities. That's Travelers. Our superior financial strength and consistent record of strong operating returns mean security for our customers - and opportunities for our employees. You will find Travelers to be full of energy and a workplace in which you truly can make a difference.

Primary Location
Hartford - Connecticut - United States
Secondary Location
St. Paul - Minnesota - United States
Job Category
Actuarial and Analytics, Business Analyst/Quality Assurance, Corporate Services/Other, Management Information, Technology
Position Type
Internship
Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities
How can students interface with Geospatial at Travelers?
This position will provide exposure to a wide variety of GIS datasets, offering a challenging experience to work on alongside experienced analytical team members to see the GIS data put into action. Your best in class experience is managed by the Business Intelligence & Geospatial Program Office which will assign a Mentor, Peer Advisor, and a summer training curriculum that focuses on business acumen and technical awareness. The BIG program also offers a number of summer events designed to socialize you to the Travelers, the Business Intelligence & Analytics Community, and your intern cohort by including speaker series, discussion round tables, presentations, and networking events. 
 
Minimum qualifications
 
  • Coursework from an accredited college or university with major focus in:
  • Geographic Information Systems/Science, (GIS)
  • Geography,
  • Computer Science,
  • Information Systems
  • Candidates will have 1- 2 years of schooling with GIS principles and practices in a college setting
  • Knowledge of basic geography principles is preferred.
  • Experience with the ESRI ArcGIS suite of software products 10.x is required. (Pro preferred)
  • Proficiency in Python and/or other programming languages strongly preferred
  • Ability to build a SQL data query is preferred
  • Good analytical and profiling skills, some basic statistical knowledge
  • Preferred GPA of 3.2 or better
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for future sponsorship.
 
This 10-12 week paid position is expected to begin on June 2, 2020.
 
Opportunities are available in both Hartford, CT and St. Paul, MN
 
  • Background in computer science, geography, statistics, and /or other relevant GIS field
  • High familiarity with acquiring, cleaning, and modifying geospatial data
  • Solid understanding of uses cases for Python in geospatial
  • Interested in web mapping applications, design, and software development
  • Proficiency in GIS mapping software and platforms required
  • Experience with database management
  • HTML, CSS, JavaScript knowledge is a plus
  • Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
  • Strong communication and presentation delivery skills
  • Fast learner; willingness to take on projects outside the scope of work
  • Enthusiastic, motivated team player
Education, Work Experience & Knowledge
  • Coursework from an accredited college or university with major focus in:
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
  • Analytics,
  • Computer Science,
  • Information Systems
  • Candidates will have 1- 2 years of experience with GIS principles and practices in a college setting
  • Experience with the ESRI ArcGIS suite of software products 10.x is required.
  • Knowledge of basic geography principles is preferred.
  • Good analytical and profiling skills, some basic statistical knowledge.
  • Hands on experience with text files, Excel sheets, Databases
  • Good written and communication skills.
  • Rising senior in college in good junior standing with at preferred GPA of 3.2 or better.
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for future sponsorship.
 
 Job Specific & Technical Skills & Competencies
  • Proficiency in open source GIS mapping software and platforms required; proficiency in PostgreSQL, PostGIS, Python or other programming languages strongly preferred but not required
  • Background in computer science, math, geography, statistics, international development, and /or other relevant field
  • Experience with database management
  • Strong research capabilities
  • High familiarity with acquiring, cleaning, and modifying geospatial data
  • Interested in web mapping applications, design, and software development
  • HTML, CSS, JavaScript knowledge is a plus
  • Excellent organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
  • Creative and flexible; comfortable working on a small team with limited supervision
  • Fast learner; willingness to take on projects outside the scope of work
  • Enthusiastic, motivated team player
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Travelers is an equal opportunity employer.