About the role#
This internship provides exposure to life insurance underwriting operations, case management, and field engagement. You will work alongside hiring managers and mentors to support initiatives that improve the underwriting experience for advisors, clients, and Network Offices. The program offers hands-on experience in both case management and relationship management while developing your analytical and communication skills.
What you'll do#
- Support Life Underwriting teams with workflow tasks and underwriting select cases.
- Partner with case managers and underwriters to manage the progression of life insurance applications.
- Analyze data and operational trends to identify insights and process improvements.
- Test and optimize AI-enabled tools, such as Microsoft Copilot, to drive productivity.
- Assist Underwriting Relationship Managers in building partnerships with Network Office leaders.
- Help offices navigate underwriting questions, challenges, and opportunities.
- Coordinate underwriting education efforts by creating presentations, training materials, and communications.
- Research field feedback and service trends to identify opportunities for enhancing advisor engagement.
- Partner with field teams to support issue resolution and escalation management.
What you'll need#
- Current status as an incoming junior or senior with graduation expected within 1 to 2 years.
- Enrollment in a bachelor's degree program in Business, Finance, Risk Management, Insurance, Management, Communications, Operations, or a related field.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to evaluate information and make recommendations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products including PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- High degree of initiative and a willingness to learn about underwriting processes and client experience.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
Location & details#
- Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June through August).
- Modality: On-site.
- Residency: Must reside in the Milwaukee area for the duration of the program.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Paid internship with rates determined by academic tenure and major.
- Sponsorship: Employer immigration sponsorship is not available for this role.
About Northwestern Mutual
Northwestern Mutual is a financial services company founded in 1857. It provides insurance, annuities, and wealth management services to over 4.5 million clients. The firm operates with offices in Milwaukee and New York. It manages over 125 billion dollars in client assets.
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