Employee Benefits Intern

Brown & Brown Insurance•Syracuse, NY

1d•$16 - $18

About The Position

Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Brown & Brown is seeking an Employee Benefits Intern to join our growing team in Syracuse, NY. This is an opportunity for a paid internship in Syracuse, NY where participants will learn about career potential in the insurance industry. Interns will gain understanding about insurance brokerage, and what operations on the brokerage side look like. In addition, you will gain a general understanding of Brown & Brown’s unique culture, along with our mission and values as an organization. You will also develop some key skills that will benefit you in any future office setting and career journey. How You Will Contribute: Execute assigned projects and tasks with detail and high quality, while meeting all deadline expectations. Gain experience in their assigned department through networking and job shadowing. Explore other areas of interest to include learning more about the facets of the company, both within and outside of the assigned department. Additional duties as assigned. Skills & Experience to Be Successful: Currently enrolled in a post-secondary course of study, preferably in the field of Risk Management, Insurance or Business Administration. Self-Direction – The internal drive to excel in a chosen path; a desire to make continual improvement on oneself. Attitude - Exhibits an attitude which is positive, open to new ideas, and committed to achieving the desired results. Communication Skills - Communicates clearly and accurately using written, verbal and electronic methods. Pay Range $16 - $18 Hourly The pay range provided above is made in good faith and based on our lowest and highest annual salary or hourly rate paid for the role and takes into account years of experience required, geography, and/or budget for the role. Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including: Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more. Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations. The Power To Be Yourself As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”. We think of ourselves as a team, so we have teammates - not employees. We strive to attract people who are competitive, driven, and disciplined. Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. Founded in 1939 as a small, two-partner firm, Brown & Brown (NYSE: BRO) and our team of companies have grown into one of the world’s largest insurance brokerages while staying true to our foundation of trust, resilience, and delivering results. With a team that is as connected locally as it is globally, our high-performing, highly collaborative team delivers innovative risk and insurance solutions. We look for individuals who embrace our culture, thrive in a collaborative environment, are driven to grow and succeed, and are committed to always doing what is right. With a unique culture built on integrity, superior capabilities and grit, we value teamwork, trust and courage. We think of ourselves as a team, so we have teammates—not employees, and leaders—not managers. Everything we do is about the greater “WE”—never “me.” While diverse in abilities and experience, we are all connected through our core values, a commitment to our local communities and a shared mission—always doing what is best for our customers. If you are an existing Brown & Brown teammate, please click here to apply to a job on our internal career site.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a post-secondary course of study, preferably in the field of Risk Management, Insurance or Business Administration.
Self-Direction – The internal drive to excel in a chosen path; a desire to make continual improvement on oneself.
Attitude - Exhibits an attitude which is positive, open to new ideas, and committed to achieving the desired results.
Communication Skills - Communicates clearly and accurately using written, verbal and electronic methods.

Responsibilities

Execute assigned projects and tasks with detail and high quality, while meeting all deadline expectations.
Gain experience in their assigned department through networking and job shadowing.
Explore other areas of interest to include learning more about the facets of the company, both within and outside of the assigned department.
Additional duties as assigned.