About the role#
The Business Insurance Underwriting Professional Development Program Internship is a 10-week summer program designed for students interested in a career in insurance. You will gain first-hand experience in commercial underwriting, receive on-the-job training, and work alongside industry professionals. This role serves as a potential pathway to our full-time Underwriting Professional Development Program.
What you'll do#
- Complete core assignments and training modules focused on insurance and underwriting principles.
- Work on projects assigned by your manager, which may include territorial risk assessments or business process analysis.
- Present your project findings to local leadership.
- Complete self-paced courses in areas like time management and presentation skills.
- Use modern analytical and AI tools, while applying critical thinking to evaluate the quality and accuracy of AI-assisted outputs.
- Learn about other corporate functions such as Risk Control and Claims.
- Join agency visits with Account Executives.
- Participate in the Enterprise Internship experience, including networking events and the Rising Senior Intern Symposium.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing or obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Management, Marketing, Risk Management and Insurance, or Liberal Arts with a business focus.
- Preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work on-site for the duration of the summer 2027 term.
Location & details#
- Location: Independence, Ohio.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Schedule: Full-time.
- Compensation: $25.00 to $26.00 per hour, plus eligibility for performance-based cash incentive awards.
- Note: This position does not provide sponsorship for work authorization.
About Travelers
Travelers provides property and casualty insurance for individuals and businesses. The company offers coverage for homes, vehicles, and commercial assets. Founded in 1853, it maintains a presence in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. The firm employs approximately 37,598 people and is headquartered in New York.
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