The Travelers Companies, Inc

Engineering Development Program (EDP) - Software Engineering

The Travelers Companies, Inc$70K — $116K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater preferred; suggested majors include Computer Science, Software Engineering, and Computer Engineering.
  • 3 years or less of technology-related experience, including internships.
  • Exposure to object-oriented programming in at least one major language.
  • Self-starter with a track record of exploring new technologies beyond job requirements.
  • Strong ownership of actions and outcomes, with a focus on performance and results.
  • Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Strong collaboration skills with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to software design by planning, developing, debugging, testing, and implementing software solutions.
  • Leverage modern software engineering tools and practices to support infrastructure platforms and services.
  • Engage in an immersive learning journey focusing on disruptive technologies and leadership.
  • Participate in occasional travel for business meetings and events.
  • Assist in other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Health insurance covering employees and eligible family members from day one.
  • 401(k) matching contributions dollar-for-dollar up to 5% of eligible pay, plus student loan payment contributions.
  • Minimum of 20 days of Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company holidays.
  • Access to a comprehensive wellness program and mental health resources.
  • Encouragement of community involvement through a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program.
Full Job Description
Job Category

Technology

Compensation Overview

The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program, employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards.

Salary Range
$70,400.00 - $116,200.00

Target Openings

100

What Is the Opportunity?

The intent of this position is to provide our internal employees, 2026 Travelers Summer Interns and Summer Students the ability to apply to our 2027 Full-time or Intern opportunities. Applications outside of this audience will not be considered at this time. However, for additional positions posted at a later date we encourage anyone who was not an internal employee, Summer Intern or Summer Student between June 2026-August 2026 to apply at that time.

Innovative thinking, creative problem-solving, and a determination to challenge the status-quo, these are some of the defining qualities for participants of our Engineering Development Program (EDP). The EDP is a one-year program where you will be placed in one of the four designated Engineering tracks: Software, Data, Cybersecurity or Infrastructure & Cloud. Each track is designed to grow and develop your technical and self-leadership skills. Within your assigned track, you will receive a combination of hands-on opportunities, an immersive learning journey, and a mentoring program to prepare you for a dynamic career. You will have the opportunity to explore multiple technologies while learning from different engineers within Travelers. Our three technical learning accelerators are classroom style learning designed to fine-tune your skills and introduce you to Travelers technology. The first accelerator will take place for four-weeks within your first month, the second is for one week at the half-way point of the program, and the final accelerator is a week long capstone. As an EDP participant, you will model the way for others and set a personal example of what is expected. You will be expected to positively challenge processes and identify new and innovative ways to get work done more effectively and efficiently. You will be expected to take initiative, embrace change, actively listen to, and support diverse points of view and celebrate the success of others. Travelers offers a hybrid work location model that is designed to support flexibility.What Will You Do?
  • Travelers' Software Engineers contribute to the overall software design strategy by planning, developing, debugging, testing, troubleshooting, documenting, and implementing software solutions that enable our products, distribution workflows, customer, agent, and employee experiences
  • EDP participants in this track will have duties that vary based on the specific opportunities presented within each experience. These experiences include leveraging modern software engineering and analytic tools and practices, design, deliver, and support state-of-the-art and high performing infrastructure platforms and services enabling business operations and technology solutions.
  • EDP participants in this track will experience an immersive learning journey focused on disruptive technologies, insurance, strategy, leading self and influencing others. Additional program components include mentoring, networking, and career guidance.
  • Please note that occasional travel for business meetings and events is an expectation of program participants.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater preferred; Suggested majors include (but are not limited to: Computer Science, Software Engineering, and Computer Engineering.
  • 3 years or less of technology related experience (may include one or more internship experiences in the Technology field).
  • Exposure to Object-oriented programming (OOP) in one major language.
  • Self-starter with a strong track record of exploring new technologies, applications, and environments beyond required job and/or educational commitments.
  • Strong track record of taking ownership and responsibility for actions and outcomes, performance, and results.
  • Ability to proactively manage time and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Strong collaboration skills with the ability to actively engage with others while maintaining a positive attitude.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Demonstrated aptitude in identifying current or future problems or opportunities, analyzing data, synthesizing, and comparing information to understand issues, identifying cause/effect relationships, and exploring alternative solutions to support sound decision making.


What is a Must Have?
  • An undergraduate or graduate degree with a technology major or minor; or the successful completion of a state-licensed technical bootcamp.
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future.


What Is in It for You?
  • Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners, and children - are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment.
  • Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers.
  • Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays.
  • Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs.
  • Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice.


To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit http://careers.travelers.com/life-at-travelers/benefits/.

About The Travelers Companies, Inc

Travelers is an insurance leader, committed to keeping pace with the ever-changing needs of their customers and anticipating their needs for the future. There is no stronger testament to their dedication to protecting customers from loss than their continued innovation and ability to transform their industry. In fact, from the first-ever auto and space travel policies and hybrid car discount, to the 2009 founding of The Travelers Institute for public policy, their history of advancements has propelled their company—and their industry—towards ever higher standards for customers. Travelers is a company that works hard at the science of what they do: they analyze information, process perspectives and measure results to create the best combination of products and services. They work equally hard at customer service and how they interact with the people whom they do business. Over the years, they've strived to earn their customer's loyalty by continually improving their abilities to listen and respond to their needs.

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Learn more about The Travelers Companies, Inc
Size
30,800 employees
Market Cap
$44.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.6 billion
Founded
1853
5 Year Trend
+4.7%
Revenue
$32 billion
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