About the role#
This is a paid, hands-on internship within the Professional Services Group. You will gain a broad understanding of the insurance business through real-world experience and on-the-job training. Your work will focus on design and miscellaneous professional liability, supporting the underwriting, risk management, and operations functions.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with staff to assist underwriting, risk management, operational, and support teams.
- Analyze and interpret data from various sources to support business processes.
- Prepare quotes and attend department meetings.
- Work across business units to collect and organize information.
- Complete project-based assignments.
- Participate in the RLI Summer Internship program, which includes travel to the home office in Peoria, IL, to network with other interns and present to leadership.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in any major, with a strong preference for a 3.0 GPA or higher.
- Ability to analyze and resolve basic issues using critical thinking.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- A strong work ethic, integrity, and reliability.
- Ability to work independently and maintain technical accuracy.
- Excellent customer service skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania.
- Term: Winter 2027 and Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Part-time.
About RLI Insurance Company
RLI Insurance Company is a specialty insurer based in Peoria, Illinois. It focuses on niche property, casualty, and surety markets. The firm was founded in 1965 and currently employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. It operates as a public company and maintains an underwriting focus designed to ensure performance across market cycles.
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