About the role#
The 2027 Finance Internship Program at Markel offers students hands-on experience within our accounting, finance, and internal audit operations. As an intern, you will work directly with our team to learn about financial operations at a global, publicly traded company. This is a paid, full-time opportunity running from June through August.
What you'll do#
- Execute actual work deliverables and contribute toward team goals.
- Complete valuable business projects across departments including accounting, finance, global procurement, global disbursements, or internal audit.
- Apply educational insights in a real-world business setting.
- Participate in networking opportunities and educational sessions.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a college degree program, with a preference for rising juniors and rising seniors.
- Pursuing a degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration.
- Strong academic performance with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities and analytical skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Computer proficiency.
- Must have authorization to work in the United States. Markel does not provide visa sponsorship for this role.
Location & details#
- This role is based at our headquarters in Richmond, Virginia.
- The position follows a hybrid work schedule of 3 days in the office and 2 days remote.
- Interns are responsible for their own housing for the duration of the program.
About Markel
Markel operates as an insurance entity within the Markel Group Inc. The company focuses on specialty insurance products for complex risks. It maintains a presence in Glen Allen, Virginia. The organization employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people.
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