If you’re passionate about helping people protect what matters most to them, as well as innovating and simplifying processes and operations to provide the best customer value, then Nationwide’s Property and Casualty team could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Nationwide is a leader in the insurance and financial services industry in America. We are a Fortune 100 company with a mission to protect people, businesses and futures with extraordinary care.

The Nationwide summer internship program is designed to empower you, allowing you to forge a strong foundation for your career. Nationwide interns take part in key business assignments that make a difference, all while enhancing their leadership competencies.

As a Nationwide intern, you’ll enjoy everything that makes us great. From professional development sessions and networking events to collaborations with company leaders, your internship will take on a meaningful journey through the Nationwide experience. There are even opportunities for full-time roles upon graduation for high performing interns. Our award-winning culture will ensure you feel welcomed, challenged and encouraged every step of the way!

Our Team
Business Insights delivers data driven insights and solutions by analyzing data and performing root cause analysis across the Personal Lines value chain to provide a competitive advantage to grow profitably, achieve long-term stability, and be a carrier of choice for businesses and farms. We provide these solutions by enabling aligned data-driven decisions, delivering objective analysis, and influencing business strategy.

Job Summary
A day in the life of a Business Insights Intern might include:
●   Leveraging statistical inferencing when conducting analysis and communicating significance in findings to business partners.
●   Completing tasks involving data science, business reports, and ad hoc analysis
●   Retrieving data from internal and external sources and data files in order to keep databases current and usable.
●   Demonstrating willingness to be engaged and try new things
●   Participating in department and company meetings
●   Presenting insightful recommendations, presentations, reports and documents to help with the use of data and information extracted.
●   Applying appropriate quantitative techniques and methods to help resolve business problems.
●   Performing other duties as assigned

What’s in it for you
●   Opportunity to participate in intern events
●   Analysis experience
●   Formal presentation experience
●   Exposure to multiple business areas of a complex, multi-billion dollar organization
●   Professional development and mentoring opportunities within data management, data analysis, and business consulting disciplines.

About You
A successful Business Insights Intern at Nationwide has:

Education
●   Undergraduate studies in Computer Science, Data Science, Analytics, Statistics, Math, Insurance, Information Systems, Business Management or a related field of study
●   Completion of sophomore or junior year is preferred
●   Involvement in student activities and/or some work experience
●   3.0 GPA or higher is desired

Skills/Competencies
●   Effective verbal and written communication skills to interact with internal and external contacts
●   Proficient in working with Excel, Tableau
●   Ability to code using SAS or SQL; experience with R or Python a plus
●   Natural curiosity and ability to ask probing questions
●   Knowledge of statistical analysis
●   Ability to excel in a dynamic, changing and sometimes ambiguous environment
●   Ability to work independently and collaborate in a team environment
●   Natural curiosity to explore and question

Nationwide does not participate in the Stem OPT Extension program. At its sole discretion, Nationwide determines whether to offer sponsorship for qualifying positions based on business need and budget. However, it is not usually available for entry level roles.

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