Data Analytics Intern

The Insights Intern is responsible for supporting internal Assurant business partners with insightful, analytical findings, as well as advancing the overall Data Analytics organizational strategies. This role will work with Data Analytics team members to learn analytical techniques and improve tools used by the team. The intern will present findings to the business and must be comfortable communicating with all levels of the organization. 

What will be my duties and responsibilities in this job?  

(60%) Create Value Through Data  

• Produce clear, insightful, understandable work products (visualizations, reports, presentations, etc.) to outline business opportunities and actionable recommendations 

• Transform data into insights by leveraging internal and external tools to identify and quantify opportunities  

• Build studies that add substantial value to the decision-making process through proactive data analysis, reporting, and research 

• Analyze existing solutions and optimize them based on the latest best practices, tools, techniques, and policies 

• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to understand requirements, execute fast, and ensure the right training and hand-over effort to the stakeholders 

(20%) Communicate Insights  

• Present analysis and resulting recommendations to senior management and/or clients 

• Leverage data to present compelling business cases to optimize investments and operations 

• Communicate and educate both technical and non-technical employees on analytics and data-driven decision making 

( 20%) Support Data Strategies  

• Design, build, and deliver on our Data as a Product initiatives across the enterprise 

• Participate and drive data modeling and governance best practices 

• Provide rapid corrective response and action to resolve disruptive incidents 

In this opportunity the intern has the potential to gain experience, enhanced skill sets, and competencies that will make them more prepared for future roles:  

• Exposure to corporate environments  

• Critical Thinking Skills  

• Problem Solving Skills  

• Data Modeling Skills  

• Advanced use of Analytical Tools and Techniques  

• Increased hands-on experience in SQL, SQL Server, Python, SharePoint, Microsoft Workspaces and more  

• Ability to conduct a business presentation and recommend a course of action based on research and supported by data  

• Understanding of Data Warehouse principles and best practices  

• Ability to draw insights from data set that are actionable for the business  

• Strong written and oral communication skills  

• Working with remote teams  

   
Basic Qualifications:   

• Minimum of 2nd year completed and currently enrolled in 3rd or 4th year of undergraduate Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, Business Management, Information Systems or related program of study 

• Master’s degree candidates are preferred 

• 2 years of strong SQL, Excel, SSRS, Power BI, and PowerPoint experience  

Other skills:   

• Ability to work in a team environment  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills  

• Detail oriented and possess excellent follow up skills  

• Must be organized and work well with constant priority changes  

• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision  

• Professional demeanor  

• Sustains a positive outlook and views challenges as opportunities  

• Analytical/strategic thinker  

• Ability to quickly learn new applications  

• Ability to deal with ambiguity and the corresponding ability to quickly provide sound decisions and perform tasks with less than complete information  

Preferred Qualifications:   

• Strong computer skills; proficient in MS Office Suite  

• Experience in Digital Analytics, Machine Learning, Generative AI, and knowledge of data management/warehousing are highly desired