COMPANY SUMMARY

Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That’s the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 160 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it.

JOB CATEGORY

Risk Control

TARGET OPENINGS

1

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Travelers has built a solid reputation as a leading insurance company and employs some of the most talented, passionate people in the industry and provides endless opportunities for those willing to reach for them. With over 105 years of experience in property risk control and safety management, plus leading industrial hygiene, fire and forensics laboratories, Travelers Risk Control has the expertise to provide customers with recommendations to help control hazards and reduce risks of property damage or injury. If you’re driven and passionate about what you do and work each day to make an impact, you might be interested in an opportunity with Travelers.

An engineer or scientist in a Forensic Specialist position at the Travelers Laboratory is assigned cases that come from our Claim Department. Claims may originate from incidents that may have caused property damage or injuries. The job of the forensic specialist is to gain a technical understanding for how and why an event occurred, and to help others understand the facts associated with the event. The types of claims are highly varied and often require a multi-disciplined approach to their investigation. Claim investigations frequently require field inspections to document conditions, identify and preserve evidence, and to interview witnesses.

Occasionally these claims are resolved through litigation and in that process, experts are called upon to render opinions through reports, testimony or both. These opinions help a judge and jury to understand the matter and make an informed decision. Travelers’ Laboratory Forensic Specialists participate in this process in a several ways. They may be the actual expert, they may act as a consultant and assist the testifying expert, attorney or claim professional, or they may work in the background doing research and testing. It all depends on the case and how to best use the resources at hand. In any of these roles, the ability to communicate findings to non-technical staff verbally and in writing is highly valued.

Positions are available in Windsor, CT. Subsidized apartments are available for students who live beyond a commutable distance (50 miles) from Hartford, CT. Housing assistance is not available for all other locations. Positions are available early June through the end of the summer. This 10-12 week, paid position is an in-person experience.

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Working with a mentor engineer or scientist, the Forensic Specialist Intern will participate in the investigation of claims. Most of the internship will be in the Travelers Laboratory located in Windsor, CT. Field inspections can require travel, long hours and outdoor work in challenging conditions. But the rewards will be an immersive experience conducting live investigations and learning the forensic process in a company that is world renowned for its forensic capabilities and innovation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• GPA of 3.0 or higher in a relevant engineering or technology degree program including Fire Protection, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other closely related technical fields
• Fire Service experience a plus
• Seeking students actively pursuing a degree with an expected graduation date of December 2022 or later (rising Senior is preferred)

JOB SPECIFIC & TECHNICAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

The candidate should demonstrate proficiency in the following areas:

• Leadership
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and presentation abilities
• Strong self-awareness, interpersonal skills and relationship-building abilities
• Effective organizational skills
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills
• Propensity and desire to learn rapidly and adapt quickly to change
• Ability to work independently
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software
• Available to work 40 hours per week for the duration of the internship

EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES

Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences.

If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you.

Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.

To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit http://careers.travelers.com/life-at-travelers/benefits/ .

The Travelers Companies, Inc. is a leading provider of property casualty insurance for auto, home, and business. Travelers prides themselves on helping customers manage risk before a claim occurs — and responding with speed, professionalism, and compassion when claims do happen. Through challenging work in a fast-paced atmosphere, they provide student and graduates with a rewarding experience that will keep them moving.