Agricultural Analytics Intern

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 have impact on colleagues, clients and communities
• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being

The applicable hourly rate for this role is $30.00.
 

What's next:

Application Instructions:  

• Please apply as early as possible to be considered for the opportunity as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

 First Round Interviews:  

• If selected, first-round interviews consist of an on-demand digital video interview.  
• Further timing and instructions will be provided after submission of the application.

At Guy Carpenter, you can be your best. We work on challenges that matter with colleagues who help bring out our best. Our uniquely collaborative environment will empower you to focus on your personal and professional success, learning from top specialists in the (re)insurance industry and leading you towards a rewarding and impactful career.Guy Carpenter, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), is a leading global risk advisory and reinsurance specialist and broker. Marsh McLennan is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit guycarp.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X.Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting [email protected] McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.