Application Delivery Internship (Summer 2026)

About the Role:

Zurich North America is seeking an Application Delivery Intern for the Summer of 2026 to join our team in Schaumburg, IL. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic IT Application Development environment, working with cutting-edge technologies and agile methodologies.

As an intern, you will contribute to key projects focused on IPZ Transformation and MyBook, helping to automate submission intake and underwriting processes. You’ll collaborate with experienced professionals and gain exposure to real-world IT challenges. The specific project assignment will be determined closer to your start date.

What You’ll Gain:

• Industry & Business Knowledge – Learn about insurance products and business operations.

• Technical Skills – Gain experience in Pega PRPC, Java/JavaScript, R, Python, and Low-Code/No-Code platforms like PEGA.
• Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) – Work within an agile environment using SCRUM methodology.
• System Analysis & Collaboration – Engage with a highly skilled team of developers, testers, project managers, and business/system analysts.
• DevOps & CI/CD Practices – Understand modern Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) workflows.
• IT Transformation Experience – Be part of a critical IT transformation initiative at Zurich.
• Professional Development – Enhance your leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills in a corporate setting.

Basic Qualifications:
 

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree and will be enrolled in the 2026 fall semester
• Completed at least two years of college coursework (should be a rising Junior or Senior)
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. indefinitely  
   

 Preferred Qualifications:
 

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related field
• Strong technical programming skills (Java, Python, etc.)
• Problem-solving skills in customer focused environment 
• Self-motivated, quick learner, and able to work independently
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong verbal and written communication skills 
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher

Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply—your unique background matters to us.

We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.]

Why Zurich?

At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500®.

Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.

Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.

Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.

Location(s): AM - Schaumburg
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No  
 
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