About the role#
The Resilience Intern supports the business continuity and disaster recovery program at Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies. This part-time role involves working with stakeholders to update continuity plans and identifying potential operational risks. You will gain experience in crisis management while working directly with program leadership.
What you'll do#
- Update and maintain Excel and Word documents for business continuity and disaster recovery initiatives.
- Meet with business process owners to gather information for departmental continuity plans.
- Assist program leadership with training sessions and process updates.
- Act as a scribe for CAT/MAT teams during live events, drills, and practice exercises.
- Help develop exercises to test and refine continuity strategies.
- Monitor for interruption threats and notify leadership of potential risks.
- Collaborate with the Safety Committee on emergency management initiatives.
What you'll need#
- Current undergraduate student with at least Sophomore standing.
- Two years of education in Risk Management, Emergency Management, or Resilience, or equivalent work experience.
- Understanding of Operational Resilience principles and Emergency Management standards.
- Proficiency with personal computers and standard software.
- Strong communication skills for interacting with all levels of the organization and agents.
- Ability to manage multiple high-priority tasks and meet deadlines.
- Aptitude for problem-solving, training personnel, and organizing workflows.
Location & details#
- Location: Omaha, Nebraska.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Part-time, 15-25 hours per week during the school year and up to 40 hours per week in the summer. Flexible hours between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
About Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies - Workers Compensation Division
Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies operates as a national insurance group with a focus on workers compensation. The organization provides commercial auto, commercial property, and public entity insurance products across the United States. It maintains a presence in multiple states including California, Nebraska, and Texas. The company employs approximately 999 people and has been in business for over 50 years.
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