About the role#
This is a 10-week internship program based in our Toronto office. You will work alongside experienced underwriters to gain hands-on knowledge of our business units and underwriting philosophy. This role offers professional growth for those interested in the insurance and reinsurance industry.
What you'll do#
- Assist underwriters with exposure and operational analysis of insureds.
- Compile competitor analysis using publicly available databases.
- Collaborate with underwriting assistants to develop renewal lists.
- Contact brokers to request submissions.
- Attend internal meetings and join underwriters for occasional external marketing calls.
- Participate in leadership sessions, networking events, and team activities.
- Complete a project to present to your manager and mentor.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a bachelor or graduate degree program for the duration of the internship.
- Status as a rising junior or senior with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
- A genuine interest in building a career in the insurance industry.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Data analytical skills and a solution-oriented mindset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to work on-site in Toronto.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
Location & details#
- Location: Toronto, Ontario.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
- Compensation: CAD $30 per hour.
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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