Data Science Intern

Zurich Insurance is a global leader in multi-line insurance, operating in over 200 countries and territories for more than 150 years. We are dedicated to helping communities build resilience against evolving risks, from climate change to technological advancements. Our purpose, 'create a brighter future together,' drives us to be a responsible and impactful business, fostering a culture where everyone can thrive.

Join the dynamic Data and Analytics team at Zurich Insurance, a central hub for innovation and AI adoption across the APAC region. As a Data Science Intern, you will collaborate with a forward-thinking team, tackling real-world challenges and delivering impactful AI and analytical solutions. You will work closely with stakeholders, utilizing the latest data science and engineering practices. This role offers a chance to contribute to designing and implementing solutions that shape the future of our business, promoting continuous learning and growth.

As a Data Scientist Intern, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Collaborating with business stakeholders to conceptualize, design, and engineer scalable data solutions tailored to specific business requirements.
• Developing, deploying, and maintaining AI-powered applications and APIs, utilizing FastAPI, Docker for containerization, and GitHub Actions for CI/CD pipelines.
• Managing, querying, and optimizing data using both SQL and NoSQL databases, ensuring the integrity of data pipelines and storage architectures.
• Creating and operationalizing sophisticated models in machine learning, natural language processing (NLP), computer vision, and generative AI, employing frameworks like LangGraph and OpenAI Agents, alongside tools such as OpenCV.
• Utilizing Azure cloud services for the architecture, scaling, and security of data science solutions, adhering to enterprise best practices.
• Overseeing the complete lifecycle of data initiatives, from data ingestion and feature engineering to model development, deployment, and ongoing monitoring.
• Analyzing diverse datasets to extract actionable business insights, automate operational processes, and enhance customer engagement strategies.
• Facilitating effective stakeholder communication and driving technical adoption through presentations, comprehensive documentation, and collaborative problem-solving.

Ideal candidates for the Data Scientist Intern position will possess the following skills and qualifications:

• Currently pursuing or have completed a bachelor’s degree in computer science, mathematics, data science, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience in executing data science projects that have yielded tangible value.
• Proficiency in statistical and predictive modeling techniques, including supervised and unsupervised learning, neural networks, and Large Language Models (LLMs).
• Hands-on experience in managing and processing both structured (SQL) and unstructured data (NoSQL, text, images, web data).
• Strong programming capabilities in Python, with practical experience using frameworks like FastAPI and deployment tools such as Docker.
• Familiarity with Azure cloud services, GitHub Actions for CI/CD, and modern AI libraries and orchestration tools (e.g., LangGraph, OpenAI Agents) is considered an advantage.
• A proven track record of delivering data science solutions or proof-of-concept projects.

Zurich Insurance is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment. We strive to attract and retain top talent irrespective of race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability. We believe that a diverse workforce, where employees feel valued and empowered, is crucial for achieving excellent results and better understanding the needs of our diverse customer base. As a global organization, we are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

We encourage innovative thinking and challenging the status quo, adopting an optimistic approach by focusing on potential positive outcomes. We highly value employee expertise and offer numerous opportunities for career advancement within Zurich.

Our people are our greatest asset, driving innovation through their diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers, suppliers, communities, and investors worldwide.