About the role#
This is a 12-week paid internship based in Boston for Summer 2027. You will join the Commercial Property team to gain hands-on experience in risk assessment, policy structuring, and portfolio management. The role involves working alongside underwriters, risk engineers, and claims professionals to support business decision-making and protect client assets.
What you'll do#
- Analyze commercial property exposures to learn how underwriters assess, price, and structure insurance solutions.
- Assist with underwriting research, portfolio analysis, and strategic projects.
- Gain exposure to industries such as manufacturing, real estate, healthcare, education, and hospitality.
- Collaborate with fellow interns across North America.
- Present your findings and recommendations through a capstone project at the end of the summer.
- Learn the fundamentals of catastrophe exposure, including hurricane, earthquake, and flood risk.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a degree in Business, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Risk Management, Actuarial Science, or a related field.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in math, including comfort with statistics, probability, and financial principles.
- Ability to work effectively as a team player and communicate clearly.
- Adaptability and a self-motivated approach to learning.
- Experience with Microsoft Excel and comfort working with data are preferred.
- Interest in insurance, underwriting, and market trends.
Location & details#
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts (On-site).
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $22 to $26 per hour, based on skills and experience.
- Employment type: Full-time.
About Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance
Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance provides commercial property, casualty, and professional liability insurance products. The company operates as a public entity and maintains its headquarters in Boston, Massachusetts. It employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. The firm focuses on risk analysis and the creation of customized insurance solutions for various business sectors.
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