Summer 2027 MLS Underwriting Intern

Nationwide•New York, NY

12d•$23 - $50

About The Position

Nationwide is a leader in the insurance and financial services industry in America. We are a Fortune 100 company with a mission to protect people, businesses and futures with extraordinary care. The Nationwide summer internship program is designed to empower you, allowing you to forge a strong foundation for your career. Over the course of 12 weeks, Nationwide interns take part in key business assignments that make a difference, all while enhancing their leadership competencies. As a Nationwide intern, you’ll enjoy everything that makes us great. From professional development sessions and networking events to collaborations with company leaders, your internship will take on a meaningful journey through the Nationwide experience. Our award-winning culture will ensure you feel welcomed, challenged and encouraged every step of the way! Are you our next MLS (Management Liability Specialty) Underwriting Intern? If you can take initiative, use both your analytical and creative abilities to make sound decisions and have a desire to help people solve real challenges, we want to know more about you! About Our MLS Underwriting Team Nationwide specializes in providing professional liability insurance. We provide public and private D&O products along with ancillary coverages. The Underwriting department consists of a Commercial team, a Financial Institution team, a Cyber team, an Excess Casualty team, and a Private team. Each group has underwriters and managers with various levels of expertise. As an MLS Underwriting Intern, you will gain tangible, hands-on experience and insight into the Cyber team’s day to day.

Requirements

Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Risk Management, Finance, Economics, Accounting, Insurance, or a related field of study
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required
Problem solving and analytical skills, including ability to use judgement in recognizing problems, determining appropriate actions, and implementing solutions
Ability to work independently and to collaborate in a team environment
Natural curiosity to explore and question
Negotiation and interpersonal skills
Time management and service orientation

Nice To Haves

Completion of junior year is preferred
Involvement in student activities and/or some work experience
Exposure to insurance or finance concepts/coursework is preferred

Responsibilities

Learning the importance of customer relationships and what underwriters are looking for in each risk
Involvement in company projects
Working through case studies with mentors and individually
Learning about the unique accounts we insure