Data Science Intern

About the Company

WGV - Württembergische Gemeinde-Versicherung a.G. is an established insurance provider with a focus on innovation, customer satisfaction, and long-term sustainable growth. The organization serves individuals, families, and businesses with a broad range of insurance offerings. It is known for a collaborative culture, strong values, and a commitment to developing its people while adopting modern technologies and efficient processes.

About the Role

This opportunity is for a Data Science Intern within the Bachelor of Science in Wirtschaftsinformatik (Business Informatics) program. The selected candidate will support analytics and IT functions by working on data-driven solutions, exploring large datasets, and contributing to strategic business decisions. The role is designed to build practical exposure to data science in an insurance setting, with learning in data analysis, machine learning, and data visualization.

Qualifications

• You should currently be pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Wirtschaftsinformatik or a closely related discipline with a concentration in Data Science, Business Analytics, or a similar area.
• You need strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, along with a genuine interest in data analysis and machine learning.
• Programming knowledge in Python, R, or SQL is expected.
• Experience or familiarity with visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms will be useful.
• You must communicate clearly and work well in a team-based environment.
• A self-driven attitude and willingness to learn quickly are important.
• Understanding of insurance concepts is an advantage, though it is not required.

Responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and prepare large data sets so they are ready for analysis.
• Create and apply data models and algorithms that generate insights and help guide business decisions.
• Turn analytical findings into reports and visualizations that can be understood by stakeholders.
• Work with teams across functions to identify opportunities where data can solve business problems.
• Contribute to initiatives involving predictive analytics, customer segmentation, and risk analysis.
• Keep up with current developments and best practices in data science and analytics.

Benefits

• Practical exposure to real business data projects in a major insurance organization.
• Support and mentoring from experienced data science and IT professionals.
• Access to training and workshops that can help build professional skills.
• Opportunities to connect with people across the company and within the wider industry.
• Possibility of future employment after a successful internship.
• Flexible working hours to help balance the role with academic responsibilities.

Equal Opportunity

WGV - Württembergische Gemeinde-Versicherung a.G. is committed to fair hiring and an inclusive workplace. The company welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics.