Travelers was founded in 1864 by James G. Batterson, and its first product was accident insurance, followed by the additions of workers' compensation and auto insurance in 1889 and 1897, respectively. Interestingly, Travelers issued accident insurance policies for the space program, including for space flight and lunar exploration, beginning in 1969. Travelers’ headquarters is located in New York City.

Travelers offers a variety of insurance products and services, including vehicle insurance, homeowner’s insurance, renter’s insurance, pet insurance, and jewelry and valuable item insurance. Those looking to start a career with Travelers will find opportunities in claims, sales and underwriting, corporate, and more. Many of its departments help employees develop their skills through online certification courses, virtual and hands...