About the role#
This 10-week summer internship program provides hands-on experience within the crop insurance industry. You will work within our AgriSompo group to gain industry knowledge, receive on-the-job training, and build professional relationships. The program includes structured learning sessions, networking events, and interaction with leadership. You will also complete and present a capstone project to your manager and other business leaders.
What you'll do#
- Support regional staff with projects, reporting, research, and administrative tasks.
- Learn the crop insurance policy lifecycle, covering sales, underwriting, acreage reporting, claims administration, and policy servicing.
- Shadow team members to observe underwriting, field claims, quality control, and operations support.
- Assist with data analysis and process improvement initiatives.
- Participate in field visits and customer interactions to understand agricultural operations and risk management.
- Gain exposure to the Federal Crop Insurance Program and the technology used for underwriting and claims processing.
- Learn how weather, market conditions, and agronomic factors impact agricultural risk.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program with a minimum GPA of 3.3.
- Interest in agriculture, agribusiness, business, insurance, risk management, or finance.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with changing priorities and deadlines.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and initiative.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- At least 18 years of age and authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027.
- The role is based on-site in Lenexa, Kansas; Topeka, Kansas; or Lubbock, Texas.
- The position may require approximately 25% travel.
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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