Careerstart@ 2026 | Associate System Engineer Intern – Customer Advisory Analytics

Heidelberg -Hybrid

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Program | Associate System Engineer Intern – Customer Advisory Analytics (Insurance Focus)

Nice to meet you   

We're a leader in data and AI. Through our software and services, we inspire customers around the world to transform data into intelligence – and questions into answers.    

If you're looking for a dynamic, fulfilling career with flexibility and a world-class employee experience, you'll find it here. We're recognized around the world for our inclusive, meaningful culture and innovative technologies by organizations like Fast Company, Forbes, Newsweek and more.

What you'll do  

Looking for that internship? The game-changing one that'll help you learn, grow, and chart your path forward? You'll find it at SAS. Our interns aren't coffee runners – they do real, meaningful work. Our AP EMEA program is focused on development, culture, and community. We'll help you grow professionally, find (or further) your passion, and make memorable connections that last beyond the program   

We're offering a 6-month full-time internship in our CUSTOMER ADVISORY team

Job Title:

ASSOCIATE SYSTEM ENGINEER INTERN- AI & Analytics for Smarter & Safer Insurance industry

Ready to Shape the Future of Insurance?

Are you wrapping up your Master's degree and eager to turn theory into real-world impact? At SAS, we're looking for a tech-savvy intern who's passionate about analytics and AI in the insurance sector — someone who wants to work on solutions that help insurers protect their policyholders, detect fraud, and make smarter, data-driven decisions. This isn't about making coffee (though ours is great) — it's about building technology that makes insurers and their customers safer, faster, and more resilient.

Join our Customer Advisory Team, a group of SAS Solution experts who simplify complex technical concepts and communicate them effectively to customers. As the best partner to our sales teams, we are always ready to explore, learn, and innovate. We design proof of concepts to demonstrate how SAS solutions solve real business challenges and meet customer needs.

As an Associate System Engineer Intern in the Analytics team, you will focus on Finance customers, identifying new applications of SAS solutions and uncovering potential business development opportunities. You'll analyze customer needs through formal documentation (e.g., business plans) and help shape solutions that deliver measurable impact.

What You'll Do

· Collaborate with sales and advisory teams to support Customer Advisory activities.

· Explore innovative applications of SAS analytics in banking and financial services.

· Assist in creating proof of concepts and demos tailored to customer requirements.

· Analyze customer documentation to identify business opportunities.

· Stay curious and continuously learn about SAS solutions and the financial domain.

Required Qualifications

· You're curious, passionate, authentic, and accountable—these values guide everything we do.

· Strong communication skills (written and verbal). English proficiency is essential. German language skills are a plus.

· Interest or Academic experience (project, summer internship) in Insurance

· Interest in the future of Analytics and emerging technologies.

· Currently enrolled in an accredited program nearing completion or a recent graduate.

· Preferred majors: Management Engineering, Quantitative Finance, Economics, or any

· Initial experience in the insurance sector or a completed insurance apprenticeship is preferred.

Location  

· Heidelberg, Germany

· On-site in office 3 Days a Week

· Remote 2 Days a Week  

CareerStart Program dates:

Tentatively April 1 – September 30

Perks of the job   

· Work with (and learn from) the best. As a SAS intern, you'll get face time with our top executives   

· Free SAS programming training and certification.     

· Your well-being matters, and that's why we support all dimensions of your well-being with our Optum offerings.

· We work hard, but we like to play hard, too. Enjoy hackathons, social events and other opportunities to connect + engage.

Diverse and inclusive      

At SAS, it's not about fitting into our culture – it's about adding to it. We believe our people make the difference. Our diverse workforce brings together unique talents and inspires teams to create amazing

software that reflects the diversity of our users and customers. Our commitment to diversity is a priority to our leadership, all the way up to the top; and it's essential to who we are. To put it plainly: you are welcome here.      

Additional Information   

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