2026 Data Analytics Internship

Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Data Analytics Intern!  

At Symetra, we share a deep commitment to bringing value to underserved communities and people and helping them take steps toward financial freedom. That’s our way of describing people that can be and to do what they value. Our interns work on real, meaningful projects that contribute toward our goal, and are an important part of our Symetra community.  

Symetra's Internship Program for Summer 2026 is entirely remote - all interns will learn and work in a virtual setting. The internship duration is 12 weeks.   

As a Data Analytics intern, you’ll help shape the way Symetra uses data by supporting the design and maintenance of clean, reliable, well-modeled datasets that power analytics across the organization. You’ll learn about our products and workflows, collaborate with engineers and analysts, and contribute to data products that support real business objectives. 

Team placements & focus areas: (you’ll be matched based on skills and interest) 

• Shared Services 
  Turn unstructured data (call transcripts, Salesforce/AWD case notes, PDFs) into BI-ready insights using SQL/Python/Snowflake, with opportunities to explore sentiment analysis and generative AI. 

• Analytics Engineering (Data Platform — Hosting) 
  Build reliable Python+SQL pipelines and transformations that scale, applying version control and basic testing to deliver trustworthy datasets. 

• Workforce Benefits Data Analytics 
  Model OLTP→OLAP data with dbt/SQL to create clear, performant marts that enable fast, accurate decision-making. 

What you’ll do:  

• Build and refine data pipelines and transformations (Python + SQL) for defined use cases. 

• Structure messy/unstructured data into analyzable, documented models. 

• Prototype dashboards/BI views that communicate findings and KPIs. 

• Contribute to data quality checks, basic testing, and clear documentation. 

• Present results and learn best practices in analytics engineering.

Who You Are 

• Comfortable with SQL and Python (coursework or projects). 

• Interested in analytics engineering patterns (staging/marts, testing, version control). 

• Able to work with imperfect data and communicate findings clearly. 

• Curious, collaborative, and eager to learn. 

For more qualified candidates (preferred/advanced) 

• Hands-on with dbt and Snowflake; basic data tests and CI familiarity. 

• Exposure to NLP/sentiment or LLM workflows (e.g., summarization, embeddings). 

• Experience with orchestration (Airflow/Prefect/Dagster) and Git-based delivery. 

What we offer you  

Fully remote internship. We ship you the equipment you need to enjoy work from the comfort of home.  

Compensation:  

Hourly Range: $22.00-25.00  

Work Authorization  

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.  

Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements: 

As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection: 

• Minimum Internet Speed: 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband." 

• Internet Type: Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL. 

• Not Permissible: Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up. 

When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above. 

We empower inclusion  

At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We’re building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute. 

Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here. 

Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom 

Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we’re guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they’re buying, and we design products—and operate our company—to stand the test of time. We’re committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom. 

For more information about our careers visit: https://symetra.eightfold.ai/careers 

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