2025 Guardian MBA Summer Associate, Strategic InitiativesOur 2025 Internship Program is a 10-week learning experience where you will be immersed in the daily environment of a thriving global financial services company. You will gain invaluable industry and organizational knowledge through daily business interactions and job assignments, in addition to engaging in projects that directly affect our business, interact with senior leaders in conversational settings, and network with employees and interns across our offices. This 10-week internship provides you with realistic experiences and information of what it is like to work at Guardian.Internship Dates:The internship program will run from Monday, June 2, 2025- Friday, August 8, 2025 .The team:The Enterprise Strategy & Solutions group is responsible for developing and planning overall strategy, executing cross-enterprise initiatives, and driving M&A/corporate development, corporate venture and business performance/management processes.We are a highly visible group and work on project teams to solve complex problems, develop the long-range plans for Guardian, and partner with senior leaders to identify, develop, evaluate, prioritize, and deliver strategic initiatives across the organization.You are:
Currently a first-year MBA student (graduation between December 2025-June 2026), who is proactive, able to listen and make quick decisions and thrive in a goal-oriented environment.
You have:
Strong problem-solving skills and business acumen
Demonstrated project leadership potential, including prioritization of workstreams and collaboration with teams of cross-functional colleagues
Proficiency with both qualitative and quantitative data analysis
The ability to navigate relationships and influence key stakeholders using strong interpersonal skills, maturity, and judgement
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
An interest in financial services and insurance industry
You will:
Be exposed to and influence the agendas of Guardian senior executives
Support the development of setting a strategic vision, direction and near-term priorities for Guardian supported by competitor/industry research and operational and financial analysis
Support cross-cutting strategic initiatives that are essential to the success of Guardian’s overall strategy
Support in handling the business performance of driven initiatives e.g., implement and management processes to supervise business performance, develop and monitor metrics and goals for business areas aligned with strategic plan, and support decision framework to allocate and re-prioritize resources as required to achieve vision & strategy
Supervise cascading metrics and goals for business areas aligned with strategic plan
Support the development and delivery of Board of Directors content for specific strategic topics and executive-level offsites and working sessions.
Assess and develop cases, market sizing, external research, etc. for ideas driving innovation, partnerships, and other areas of investment outside of BAU and incubate initial development and execution of innovation initiatives.
Have the opportunity to work and learn from supportive leaders, mentors and team members across the organization who will help coach you as you develop your professional career
Learn about Guardian’s purpose, values, how we work and our suite of product and service offerings
Think broadly and ask questions about data, facts and other information
We offer:
Meaningful and challenging work opportunities to accelerate innovation in a secure and compliant way
Dynamic, modern work environments that promote collaboration and creativity to develop and empower talent
Employee Resource Groups that advocate for inclusion and diversity in all that we do
Social responsibility in all aspects of our work- we volunteer within our local communities, create educational alliances with colleges, and drive a variety of initiatives in sustainability
Location (housing is not provided):
3 days a week at Guardian’s headquarters in Hudson Yards, New York
Eligibility:
Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment-based work authorization. F-1 visa holders with Optional Practical Training (OPT) who will require H-1B status, TNs, or current H-1B visa holders will not be considered. H1-B and green card sponsorship are not available for this position.
You must be available for the full 10 weeks of the internship program.
The base pay range for this internship is $12,000 - $13,600 per month. Please ignore the hourly rate below.If you have any questions regarding the application process, please feel free to email GuardianCampus@glic.com .Salary Range$20.00 - $35.00The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.Our PromiseAt Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.Inspire Well-BeingAs part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues.Health Care
Choice of [high deductible/copay] medical plans with prescription drugs, including coverage for fertility and transgender inclusive benefits
Dental plan
Vision plan
Health care accounts – flexible spending, health reimbursement, and health savings accounts
Critical illness insurance
Life and Disability Insurance
Company-paid Life and Disability insurance plus voluntary supplemental coverage
Accident insurance
Retirement and Financial
401(k) retirement plan with a company match, plus an annual age/service-based Company contribution and an annual profit-sharing contribution, if applicable
Complimentary 1:1 financial guidance with a licensed Fidelity representative
Time Off and Remote Work
Flexible work arrangements (part in-person/part remote)
Unlimited paid time off for most roles plus time off for volunteering, jury duty, voting, and bereavement
Personal holidays for colleagues to use in recognition of religious, cultural, or civic days
Paid parental leave and paid family and medical leave policies
Emotional Well-being and Work-Life
Emotional well-being, mental health, and work/life resources powered by Spring Health
Wellness programs, including fitness program and equipment reimbursement
Child, adult, and elder back-up care support through Bright Horizons
Adoption assistance
College planning
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan assistance
Commuter benefits in select metropolitan areas
Equity & InclusionOpportunities to build inclusive and meaningful connections through involvement in colleague-led affinity groups:
Employee Resource Groups:
Colleague Connection Committees
Community Involvement Committees
A culture that encourages colleagues to bring their authentic selves to work
Voluntary self-ID
Pronunciation and phonetic spelling of names
Benefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.Equal Employment OpportunityGuardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.AccommodationsGuardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact applicantaccommodation@glic.com .Current Guardian Colleagues: Please apply through the internal Jobs Hub in Workday.Every day, Guardian helps our 29 million customers realize their dreams through a range of insurance and financial products and services. Our Purpose, to inspire well-being, guides our dedication to the colleagues, consumers, and communities we serve. We know that people count, and we go above and beyond to prepare them for the life they want to live, focusing on their overall well-being — mind, body, and wallet. As one of the largest mutual insurance companies, we put our customers first. Behind every bright future is a GuardianTM. Learn more about Guardian at guardianlife.com .
