Travelers

Communications Intern

May - August 2022 • Hartford, CT

What I liked

I gained a lot of hands-on experience. They were super welcoming and allowed me to work on a bunch of different projects and try out different areas within communications. I had the opportunity to edit, design, and post, and write. I also was introduced to a bunch of other employees which allowed me to network and learn about different aspects of the industry.

What I wish was different

Advice

Make connections. The job was hybrid but I chose to go into the office most days which made my experience so much better. Through this I was able to connect with so many different employees who I still keep in touch with as mentors to help me in the future with connections they have with other employers.

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Fire Investigative Intern

June - August 2022 • Hartford, CT

What I liked

I loved the flexibility and freedom that my supervisors gave me. I was able to investigate twenty fire scenes during my 10-week stay. Any time I needed an office day to catch up on my fire scene summaries or extra time to study for certifications I was earning through Travelers, all I had to do was ask. The people in this company truly care about you and they feel more like friends and mentors than coworkers.

What I wish was different

I wish that I had more time for the internship. There was never a dull moment during my stay but I wish I would have had more time to learn and gain experiences.

Advice

Go into it with an open mind. I am from a very rural small town in Kentucky and I never thought that I would thrive in a big city like Hartford, CT. However, I grew to love it so much that I am planning to return for a full-time position once I graduate. Do not limit yourself to your hometown, it's a big world out there.

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Data Analyst Intern

November 2019 - February 2020 • Hartford, CT

What I liked

I loved the hands on experience that my position provided me. Being able to talk to so many different departments allowed me to get a better understanding of what I want to do with my life, while eliminating the departments I wasn't as interested in. As an intern, I sat shoulder to shoulder with everyday employees, while also having direct access to the CFO of the company as their office was 2 doors down from mine. Having the ability to also make connections across the globe helped to grasp how far my company's reach was. Having conference calls with people from every branch and department made me realize how powerful a well organized and executing group is. I would love to return as a full time employee.

What I wish was different

I wish that I hadn't been taking a full course load at the same time. Going to school while having an internship was brutal as I woke up at 4 a.m. every morning, was at Travelers by 6 a.m. and out by 3 p.m.. After a full days work, I'd then go to class at the UConn Hartford branch from 3:30 to 9:00 at night. I wish I had more time to focus on my internship rather than having to divide my attention.

Advice

I would highly suggest that people that are looking to get into finance and insurance make sure they have at least 2-3 years of college in their major under their belt. I had this wonderful internship opportunity in my Freshman year of college. I wasn't equipped with the knowledge necessary to make a memorable impact as an intern. I always wish that I had more schooling and command of the technology and information around me. Make sure you know enough to hold your own in a conversation with the highest levels of corporate, because if you do, I guarantee you will be favored in their eyes.

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Product Management Intern

June - August 2021 • Hartford, CT

What I liked

How welcoming everyone from the program was and the emphasis on getting to know each other.

What I wish was different

Unfortunately, it was remote, it would've been great to go into the office. However, it was still a very well developed program

Advice

Talk to as many people as you can during an internship. This is a great way to learn new perspectives and also makes your summer that much more exciting.

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TLDP Intern

June - August 2021 • Hartford, CT

What I liked

NEtworking opportunities, and opportunities to shadow other full-time employees.

What I wish was different

I wish it could have been in person, I also wish I could have tried a different role.

Advice

Meet with as many different people as you can, and communicate with the managers every day.

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Operations Intern

June - August 2023 • Hartford, CT

What I liked

Great organizational culture with a drive to help new employees learn.

What I wish was different

I wish I was assigned to a team that was doing true operations work. The title of my role was inaccurate for what I was doing on a day-to-day basis.

Advice

Make the most out of the ability to network. Travelers is a huge company with many opportunities. Be open to meeting new people and learning from them.

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