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 work within a business unit to gain first-hand experience in commercial underwriting. This role serves as a potential pathway to the full-time Underwriting Professional Development Program.
What you'll do#
- Complete training modules and core assignments focused on insurance and underwriting principles.
- Work on meaningful projects, which may include territorial risk assessments or business process analysis, and present your findings to local leadership.
- Use modern analytical and artificial intelligence tools to evaluate risk and assess the quality of AI-assisted outputs.
- Complete self-paced professional development courses in areas such as time management and presentation skills.
- Learn about other company functions, including Risk Control and Claims, and join Account Executives on agency visits.
- Participate in the Enterprise Internship experience, including networking events, an executive speaker series, and the Rising Senior Intern Symposium.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing or have obtained a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Management, Marketing, Risk Management and Insurance, or Liberal Arts.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above is preferred.
- You have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- You are authorized to work in the United States, as this position does not offer sponsorship.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site internship located in Diamond Bar, California.
- The program runs for 10 weeks during the summer of 2027.
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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