Risk Management Intern

Equity Residential • Chicago, IL

5h • $21 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Risk Management intern, you will work as a valuable member of our team, responsible for work that will leave a lasting impact on the department and the organization. You will have an inside look at the corporate insurance and enterprise risk management processes that support a dynamic organization. You will interact with individuals in other departments and across the country, enhancing Equity Residential’s understanding of its risk profile while growing your own skill set.
The selected intern will work with the Risk Management and Insurance group for the length of the program and will have the opportunity to collaborate with various interns in other business areas (HR, Property Operations, Investments).
The purpose of Equity's Corporate Internship Program is to attract emerging diverse talent and promote learning about Equity and the real estate industry. Participants will have the opportunity to accelerate their professional growth and diversify their work experience by engaging with different business partners throughout the program.

Requirements

• Students entering their junior or senior year who are curious to explore careers in Risk Management & Insurance will be considered.
• Coursework in Risk Management and Insurance is required.
• Ability to effectively and objectively communicate and work with internal and external customers, as well as strong organizational skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Must be comfortable working autonomously and multi-tasking in a fast paced environment with changing deadlines.
• Familiarity and previous experience with Microsoft Excel and Google Applications (Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets) preferred.
• Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States (currently, we are not offering this program under OPT or CPT or sponsoring work visas for these roles).

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity and previous experience with Microsoft Excel and Google Applications (Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with insurance brokers and internal stakeholders to gather and explore data sources that will improve the business' ability to navigate risk
• Participate in insurance renewals for insurance placements, including gathering information for applications and communicating with brokers, insurers and business partners
• Support day-to-day risk management efforts by reviewing contracts, researching and distributing information, and coordinating certificates of insurance
• Refresh internal Risk Management resources to educate and communicate with EQR stakeholders about risk
• Complete a final capstone project presenting data-driven recommendations on a key risk management priority
• Participate in special projects, as needed

What This Job Offers

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