Starr Associates Program - Claims

Starr Insurance • Houston, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The 2027-2028 Starr Global Associates Program is a dynamic, accelerated training program designed to identify, cultivate, and retain high-potential college graduates. This program offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience and build a strong foundation in the insurance industry. As an Associate, you will work in one of Starr’s various departments, learning the business and contributing to your team. The Associates Program complements your department work by offering professional development opportunities, including direct exposure to senior leadership, technical training, and a comprehensive understanding of key functions throughout the organization. This is not a rotational program.

Requirements

• Recent graduate or early-career professional with little to no industry experience.
• A proactive and collaborative mindset with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with ability to problem-solve and think analytically.
• Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• A self-motivated, entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for learning and growth and demonstrated leadership potential.
• A completed undergraduate degree is required before the program begins in June 2026.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant internship or work experience during college years preferred.
• Risk Management/Insurance and Business majors preferred; some positions may require different areas of study.

Responsibilities

• Study for and pass an exam or designation related to your job function during the program (i.e. a course offered through The Institutes).
• Collaborate with fellow Associates on a project related to emerging technologies, internal initiatives, or process improvement.
• Participate in home office visits to New York City for hands-on training, management discussions, and team-building social events.
• Hear from professionals in key insurance areas like claims, credit, actuarial science, underwriting, and reinsurance to get holistic understanding of Starr’s operations.

Benefits

• Build confidence and foundational expertise through hands-on experience in your department.
• Develop professionally through training, formal and informal mentorship, and exposure to leadership.
• Establish a network of professionals across the organization.
• Learn in a supportive and collaborative program, tailored for recent graduates.
• Improve your business acumen in presentation skills, building your brand, and negotiations, time management, and other skills needed for corporate work.
• Strengthen your business acumen with practical experience in presenting, branding, prioritizing your time, and other key areas for corporate success.
• First class training and development opportunities to all employees.
• We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees.
• Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level