Risk Control Intern

Travelers • St. Paul, MN

10d • $25 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Travelers is hiring a paid Risk Control Intern for a 10–12 week internship based in Hartford, Connecticut, or the immediate area. Company-subsidized housing is available for those who meet the mileage-radius requirement. Under direct supervision, the intern develops knowledge of risk control and the general insurance industry while supporting home office leadership, field consultants, or staff in specialist disciplines such as property, casualty services, and the forensics or industrial hygiene laboratory. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis beginning in October. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; Travelers does not sponsor or support H-1B petitions, TN status, or Forms I-983/STEM OPT for this role.

Requirements

• GPA of 3.0 or higher in a relevant degree program, such as Environmental Health and Safety, Occupational Health, Allied Health, Fire Protection Engineering, Kinesiology, Construction Safety, Construction Management, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Computer and Digital Forensics, Civil or Industrial Engineering, Science, or Business.
• Must be registered as a returning student and have completed related work studies.
• Available to work 40 hours per week for the duration of the internship.
• Must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; the company does not sponsor or support H-1B petitions, TN status, or Forms I-983/STEM OPT for this role.

Nice To Haves

• Social Science and Humanities students with interest and aptitude will also be considered.
• Leadership.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and presentation abilities.
• Strong self-awareness, interpersonal skills, and relationship-building abilities.
• Effective organizational skills.
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Propensity and desire to learn rapidly and adapt quickly to change.
• Ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other business-related software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing, conducting, and completing risk evaluations of client locations.
• Determine potential hazards and risk factors relevant to risk selection.
• Identify uncontrolled hazards and make appropriate recommendations.
• Consult with clients about controlling hazards to reduce, mitigate, or prevent losses.
• Research and apply technical information to support risk control service efforts.
• Attend co-surveys with experienced Risk Control staff to learn and develop consulting skills.
• Collaborate with Underwriting, Claim, Clients, BI Business Partners, and other Risk Control staff.
• Complete a capstone project and present it to senior management on a relevant Risk Control topic.
• Ensure timely completion of assignments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Company-subsidized housing for those meeting the mileage radius requirement.
• Performance-based cash incentive awards; employees are eligible as part of the compensation and benefits program.
• Comprehensive benefit programs are referenced, but specific benefits are not listed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed