Liberty Mutual's Spark Summit is a two-day virtual program for college freshmen and sophomores, offering skill building, technical interview preparation, mentorship, and access to internship interviews.
Description
Join Liberty Mutual's Spark Summit - a two-day, immersive virtual program for college freshmen and sophomores exploring careers in technology. Taking place Thursday, August 6 - Friday, August 7, 2026, Spark Summit offers hands-on skill building, exposure to real-world engineering practices, and meaningful connections with Liberty Mutual technologists, leaders, recruiters and peers. Participants will sharpen technical interview skills, practice practical engineering techniques, learn about diverse career pathways in tech at Liberty Mutual, and gain early access to interviews for the 2027 TechStart Summer Internship Program.
What to expect
We encourage current full-time undergraduate freshmen and sophomores to apply if you:
Pay Philosophy: The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications, and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.
As a purpose-driven organization, Liberty Mutual is committed to fostering an environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. Through strong relationships, comprehensive benefits, and continuous learning opportunities, we seek to create an environment where employees can succeed, both professionally and personally.
At Liberty Mutual, we believe progress happens when people feel secure. By providing protection for the unexpected and delivering it with care, we help people embrace today and confidently pursue tomorrow.
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. By actively seeking employee feedback and amplifying the voices of our seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are open to all, we create an environment where every individual can make a meaningful impact so we continue to meet the evolving needs of our customers.
We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to make things better, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit: https://LMI.co/Benefits
Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
Fair Chance Notices
USD $0.00 - $0.00
Join Liberty Mutual's Spark Summit - a two-day, immersive virtual program for college freshmen and sophomores exploring careers in technology. Taking place Thursday, August 6 - Friday, August 7, 2026, Spark Summit offers hands-on skill building, exposure to real-world engineering practices, and meaningful connections with Liberty Mutual technologists, leaders, recruiters and peers. Participants will sharpen technical interview skills, practice practical engineering techniques, learn about diverse career pathways in tech at Liberty Mutual, and gain early access to interviews for the 2027 TechStart Summer Internship Program.
What to expect
- Hands-on skill building: Interactive sessions and exercises designed to strengthen technical, analytical and problem-solving abilities you can use immediately.
- Technical interview preparation: Practice and feedback to help you prepare for technical interviews and internships.
- Career insight and mentorship: Hear from senior leaders and engineers about career paths in software engineering and related fields, and connect with mentors and recruiters.
- Networking and community: Meet peers, current interns and Liberty Mutual employees to build relationships that can help shape your tech career.
- Internship interview access: Learn about the TechStart Summer Internship Program and receive early access to interviews for the 2027 intern class.
We encourage current full-time undergraduate freshmen and sophomores to apply if you:
- Are pursuing or exploring a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Informatics, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, or a related technology field.
- Demonstrate strong technical aptitude, analytical thinking, communication skills, and a desire to learn and collaborate.
- Are fully authorized to work in the U.S. without restrictions now and in the future.
Pay Philosophy: The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications, and location. The full salary range for this role reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings at rates that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan for the role.
As a purpose-driven organization, Liberty Mutual is committed to fostering an environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. Through strong relationships, comprehensive benefits, and continuous learning opportunities, we seek to create an environment where employees can succeed, both professionally and personally.
At Liberty Mutual, we believe progress happens when people feel secure. By providing protection for the unexpected and delivering it with care, we help people embrace today and confidently pursue tomorrow.
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where employees from all backgrounds can build long and meaningful careers. By actively seeking employee feedback and amplifying the voices of our seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are open to all, we create an environment where every individual can make a meaningful impact so we continue to meet the evolving needs of our customers.
We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to make things better, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being. To learn more about our benefit offerings please visit: https://LMI.co/Benefits
Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.
Fair Chance Notices
- California
- Los Angeles Incorporated
- Los Angeles Unincorporated
- Philadelphia
- San Francisco
USD $0.00 - $0.00
Top Skills
Artificial Intelligence
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Informatics
Software Engineering
What you need to know about the Chicago Tech Scene
With vibrant neighborhoods, great food and more affordable housing than either coast, Chicago might be the most liveable major tech hub. It is the birthplace of modern commodities and futures trading, a national hub for logistics and commerce, and home to the American Medical Association and the American Bar Association. This diverse blend of industry influences has helped Chicago emerge as a major player in verticals like fintech, biotechnology, legal tech, e-commerce and logistics technology. It’s also a major hiring center for tech companies on both coasts.
Key Facts About Chicago Tech
- Number of Tech Workers: 245,800; 5.2% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
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- Notable Investors: Pritzker Group Venture Capital, Arch Venture Partners, MATH Venture Partners, Jump Capital, Hyde Park Venture Partners
- Research Centers and Universities: Northwestern University, University of Chicago, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Illinois Institute of Technology, Argonne National Laboratory, Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory
