About the role#
Auto-Owners Insurance is hiring an intern for our Personal Lines Underwriting team in Columbia, South Carolina. This is a full-time, paid position for the Summer 2027 term. You will work on-site to gain experience in insurance operations and risk assessment.
What you'll do#
- Learn insurance coverages, contracts, company philosophy, and internal procedures.
- Study company policies, manuals, forms, and endorsements to understand how they function.
- Analyze risk factors, including loss experience and financial conditions.
- Gain a working knowledge of different underwriting department sections.
- Communicate with independent agents and internal staff regarding underwriting decisions.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in college, entering your junior or senior year.
- Preferred majors include Business Administration, Finance, or Economics.
- Ability to organize data, manage multiple tasks, and make independent decisions.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Skill in resolving complex issues.
- Interest in building product knowledge through educational programs.
Location & details#
- Location: Columbia, South Carolina.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $18.00 per hour.
- Note: You must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship.
About Auto-Owners Insurance
Auto-Owners Insurance provides life, home, car, and business insurance through a network of independent agents. The company operates as a privately held organization and has been in business since 1916. It maintains its headquarters in Lansing, Michigan. The firm employs over 5,700 people and appears on the Fortune 500 list.
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