Travelers is looking to provide qualified students with an opportunity to gain industry knowledge and on-the-job training in fire investigation, contributing to the resolution of low-value, low-complexity fire claims.
Requirements
- Applies the techniques of critical thinking to dismantle complex problems and reasoning through to its logical conclusion utilizing the scientific method as outlined in NFPA921.
- Develops knowledge of Local, State and Federal statutes to ensure investigations are carried out within the requirements of applicable laws and applicable theories of fraud.
- Analytical and problem solving skills to use and interpret information and facts which may require refining and improving existing methods of analysis; ability to use abstract reasoning - Basic.
- Proficient computer skills required - Intermediate.
- Apply critical thinking techniques to investigation review - Basic.
- Analytical capabilities - Basic.
- Adapting to changes in process and shifting priorities - Intermediate.
Responsibilities
- Investigating low value, low complexity fires generally involving occupational risks, including: burns, cuts, nausea from exposure to fumes, or back injury sustained while moving or assisting in the moving or lifting of equipment or material.
- Working in an assigned area as an intern partners with a Fire Investigator on issues of origin and cause fire investigations, subrogation, arson motive, and opportunity investigations.
- Completes internship program including 150 hours of fire scene investigations.
- Works directly with senior fire investigative staff on fire scenes.
- Observes the development of action plans and investigates the origin and cause of low levels, less complex fires and explosions investigations.
- Develops knowledge of general fire scene safety and potential hazards during investigations.
- Collects, identifies and safeguards all evidence necessary to the determination of an origin and cause fire claim, will also maintain a chain of custody of all collected evidence.
Other
- Approximate work availability from June through August (10-12 weeks).
- Intern is expected to work a flexible work schedule, to include additional daily or weekly work hours; occasional weekends; overnight travel and multiple day deployments, which may be on short-notice.
- The position requires travel for periods of 3-5 consecutive days.
- Requires working in adverse conditions such as a post fire, explosion and catastrophic event sites, as well as adverse weather.
- Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. The company does not sponsor/support H-1B petitions, TN, or Forms I-983/STEM OPT, for this role.
