About the role#
This internship is a 10-week development program based in our New York City office for the Summer 2027 term. You will work directly with the Ceded Reinsurance Accounting team to support the processing, recording, and reporting of reinsurance premiums and loss recoverables. This role offers exposure to niche accounting practices and the opportunity to engage with executive leaders and brokerage firms.
What you'll do#
- Gain a solid understanding of our ceded reinsurance accounting practices.
- Contribute to team goals by assisting with the processing and entry of Facultative Certificates into FSRI.
- Review Facultative contract set-ups within our reinsurance systems.
- Analyze data and statistics to support team objectives.
- Liaise with the Underwriting and Ceded Reinsurance Operations teams regarding data, systems, and ongoing projects.
- Assist the team with special projects as needed.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program studying Business, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- An interest in accounting and a desire to learn reinsurance contract language.
- You must be at least 18 years old and authorized to work in the United States.
- We prefer candidates with accounting experience, rising seniors, and local applicants who can work in the office.
Location & details#
- Location: New York City, New York.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
About Sompo
Sompo provides commercial and consumer property, casualty, and specialty insurance. The company operates as a global provider of insurance and reinsurance products. It maintains a workforce of 5,001 to 10,000 employees. The organization is based in Pembroke, Bermuda and was founded in 2001.
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