Job Summary

Under direct supervision, Technology Foundational Development Program (TFDP) role combines hands on Technology experience with mentorship and a technology curriculum to prepare employees for a career in Software Development roles. Completes basic programming tasks including analysis, coding, configuring, testing, debugging, troubleshooting, documentation, application health monitoring/alerting, and implementation of programs. This job does not manage others.

Primary Job Duties & Responsibilities

Performs system programming tasks of basic complexity that are often repeatable. Responsibilities include performing basic analysis, coding, testing, debugging, configuration, incident investigation, documentation, application health monitoring/alerting, and implementation of programs. Estimates work assignments at a basic level. Often requires significant guidance from more experienced team members or a manager. Assists in the identification of business requirements. Begins to develop basic business knowledge and terminology through daily work assignments. Applies knowledge of current industry trends and techniques to formulate solutions within the context of assigned projects. Other duties as assigned. Additional components of the TFDP role include: TFDP new hire orientation where employees will gain exposure to all technology lines of business within Travelers through lines of business overviews, networking with technology leadership, and networking with peers. Mentorship structure. Technology Curriculum with specific coursework in technology in general and Travelers specific technology concepts that will set a foundation for a career in technology. Cohort group that meets quarterly to connect and share best practices and discuss hot topics. In addition to day to day management, employees will receive support from TFDP management. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Obtained or in the process of obtaining a Technology or business related undergraduate or graduate degree
• 0-3 years of Technology related experience (can include one or more internship experiences in the technology field)
• Legally authorized to work in the United States

Education, Work Experience & Knowledge

• Obtained or in the process of obtaining a Technology or business related (technology minor) undergraduate or graduate degree
• Cumulative preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Preferred undergraduate/graduate majors include:
  • Computer Science
  • Computer and Electrical Engineering
  • Information Technology
  • Mathematics with a minor in Information Technology
  • Management Information Systems
  • Demonstrated initiative and extra-curricular involvement showcasing technology skills preferred
  • For experienced or career changing candidates, full-time professional experience in technology of three years or less preferred.

Job Specific & Technical Skills & Competencies

• Technical Knowledge:
  • Developing analytical skills for programming/ configuration tasks
  • Identifying discrepancies, incident and defect trends and resolutions, solution delivery
  • Monitoring and/or support of applications of basic complexity
  • In addition, demonstrates an aptitude for learning assigned supported business systems and technology.
• Communication Skills:
  • Ability to communicate thoughts/ideas clearly
  • Demonstrates basic active and effective communication skills with team members, including active listening and effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Effectively contributes and communicates with the immediate team
• Problem Solving & Decision Making:
  • Able to recognize and analyze basic technology defects and incidents and develop timely, practical, cost effective solutions with supervisory assistance
  • Able to identify cause and effect relationships in assigned systems and applications
• Team Orientation:
  • Ability to foster relationships with peers to achieve objectives
  • Practices objectivity and openness to others views
• Planning:
  • Ability to manage time and competing priorities
  • Developing the ability to accurately evaluate and estimate new tasks
  • Developing a planning skill set including providing management with accurate and timely status information

Physical Requirements

• Operates standard office equipment continuously. Sitting continuously. Use of Keyboards, Sporadic 10-Key continuously.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

• Travelers is an equal opportunity employer.

Competitive Salary

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.