Growing Tech Talent

Women make up just 24% of the U.S. computing workforce – down from 37% in 1995 – according to Girls Who Code, a nonprofit with the mission to close the gender gap in entry-level technology jobs.

In 2023, Travelers once again teamed up with Girls Who Code to provide a two-week virtual Summer Immersion Program focused on computer programming and technology job opportunities to rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors across the United States. 

The program engaged the students in a computer science curriculum and workshops taught by Girls Who Code staff and supported by approximately 70 Travelers employee volunteers. As part of the program, Travelers led workshops on topics such as artificial intelligence, mentoring, resume building and job interviewing. Employee volunteers from EmpowHER+, our women’s professional group in Technology & Operations, organized and facilitated the workshops.

In a survey conducted at the end of the program, 100% of students reported higher confidence in their ability to pursue a career in technology, and 88% indicated that they were likely to apply for a Travelers internship or open position. Since 2020, the Travelers-sponsored Summer Immersion Program has accumulated more than 200 alumni, including five students who were hired at Travelers following a Girls Who Code hiring summit – three as interns and two as full time employees.

Community Benefits

• The program provides hands-on computer science experience and networking opportunities to girls considering college and career paths in technology and operations.

Travelers Benefits

• The program is aligned with our commitment to lead the industry in advocating for women in insurance, including through our various EmpowHER+ initiatives to help broaden and enhance the pipeline of women technologists.
• The program introduces students to Travelers as potential future employees or customers, while exposing the company to an additional pool of future talent.
• Employee volunteers had an opportunity to build their own capabilities, such as project management and presentation skills, which helps us develop our talent base.
• Travelers participants expressed satisfaction with the company making an investment in the next generation, which deepens engagement and helps with retention.