About the team

We are a small, collaborative team helping Zurich make smarter, faster decisions about its change and innovation portfolio.

We Use data and AI to create better insights for portfolio and product decisions,explore and challenge new ideas, including AI-enabled solutions and test and validate concepts early with business stakeholders and end users

You will:

• Use AI and data tools to create meaningful portfolio insights and management reports
• Explore and challenge new business ideas and AI-related solutions
• Help design, test and validate concepts early with users and stakeholders
• Work closely with portfolio managers, transformation specialists and product / project teams.

This is a hands-on role for a curious student who enjoys working with AI, data and real business challenges.

Key responsibilities

Portfolio insights

• Use AI and analytics tools (e.g. GenAI, BI tools) to turn portfolio and delivery data into simple, decision-ready insights
• Support the design and build of AI-assisted reporting tools and dashboards (e.g. automated summaries, smart filters, narrative insights)

Exploring and challenging new business ideas

• Work with the team and stakeholders to understand new business ideas, including AI-enabled solutions and improvements
• Help refine problem statements, value hypotheses and simple business cases for new ideas
• Use structured thinking and data to challenge assumptions, highlight risks and identify where more evidence is needed
• Early validation of concepts and AI solutions
• Support the design and facilitation of early-stage tests (e.g. prototypes, mock-ups, concept walkthroughs, experiments)
• Consolidate feedback and data to assess desirability, feasibility and viability of concepts
• Document findings, recommend next steps (iterate / pivot / stop / scale) and help craft concise stories for decision forums

Collaboration & communication

• Prepare clear, visual summaries of insights, experiments and recommendations (e.g. slides, short notes, simple dashboards)
• Work closely with colleagues across functions and countries, sharing learnings and good practices
• Contribute actively to a culture of experimentation, learning and continuous improvement

What you bring

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (e.g. Business Administration, Data/Business Analytics, Information Systems, Engineering, Computer Science or related field)
• Availability for a min 9-month internship, potentially extendable upon mutual agreement
• Located in Switzerland

Skills & competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; comfortable working with data and ambiguity
• Genuine interest in AI / GenAI and how it can be applied to real business challenges
• Basic experience with data / reporting tools (e.g. Excel, Power BI, Tableau, or similar). Any exposure to scripting (e.g. Python, SQL) or AI tools is a plus
• Ability to communicate complex topics in a simple, structured way (slides, visuals, short narratives)
• Curiosity, learning agility and a “test and learn” mindset – you are not afraid to try things, fail fast and iterate
• Team player with good interpersonal skills; comfortable engaging with different stakeholders
• Very good written and spoken English; other languages are an advantage

What we offer

• Hands-on experience applying AI and analytics to portfolio and innovation topics in a global insurer
• Exposure to real business ideas and the opportunity to shape them through experiments and evidence
• A safe environment to learn and experiment with AI / GenAI under guidance
• A supportive, international team that values collaboration, feedback and continuous learning

You belong here.

Imagine working in one of the world’s most sustainable workplaces.

At Quai Zurich Campus, you’ll enjoy an environment designed to help you thrive, with benefits that support your well-being and impact, and opportunities to perform at your best, surrounded by top talent and supportive colleagues.

You’ll have access to healthy food options, fitness facilities, and bright, collaborative spaces that spark creativity.

Located in the heart of Zurich on the shores of Lake Zurich, the campus offers excellent public transportation links, making your commute simple.

Grow with us through access to learning resources, on-the-job development, and continuous empowerment and support. Be part of a team that is creating a brighter future together.

About Us

Zurich is a leading multi-line insurer, serving over 82 million customers in more than 200 countries and territories with more than 65,000 employees.

For over 150 years, Zurich has been transforming insurance – offering not just protection, but also prevention services that promote well-being and climate resilience.

Guided by our purpose to ‘create a brighter future together,’ we aim to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world. We look forward to receiving your online application today!

Information for recruitment agencies

Zurich does not accept any applications from recruitment agencies for this position. We refuse any responsibility for unsolicited applications, as well as any associated fees.

Why Zurich

At Zurich, we like to think outside the box and challenge the status quo. We take an optimistic approach by focusing on the positives and constantly asking What can go right?

We are an equal opportunity employer who knows that each employee is unique - that’s what makes our team so great!
Join us as we constantly explore new ways to protect our customers and the planet.

• Location(s): CH - Zürich
• Remote working: Hybrid
• Recruiter name: Magdalena Klimczyk