Spring CUNY Apprenticeship - Business/Underwriting
About The Position
The Travelers Underwriting Apprenticeship Program is a semester-long opportunity for qualified students to gain first-hand insurance underwriting experience, receive on-the-job training, and learn about the property and casualty insurance industry from industry professionals. The program may provide a pathway to the 12-month Underwriting Professional Development Program. This position is intended for students applying to the 2024 apprenticeship opportunities starting in January; applications from outside this audience will not be considered. Apprentices are assigned to a business unit and a designated coach. They complete insurance and underwriting training, professional development courses, and meaningful project work. Projects may involve territorial risk assessments or business process analyses, and apprentices may present findings to local leadership. They also learn about related areas such as Risk Control, Claims, and Corporate functions, and may participate in agency visits with Account Executives.
Requirements
- Must be pursuing an undergraduate degree.
- Must be available to work approximately January through May.
- Must be legally eligible to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Preferred cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Interest in entering the insurance industry and pursuing underwriting as a career.
- Targeted majors include Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Liberal Arts (business focus preferred), Management, Marketing, and Risk Management and Insurance.
Responsibilities
- Complete core assignments and training modules on insurance and underwriting principles.
- Complete self-paced professional development courses, including topics such as time management and presentation skills.
- Complete project work assigned by the manager, independently or with other interns, and present findings to local leadership.
- Learn about Risk Control, Claims, and related Corporate functions.
- Participate in agency visits with Account Executives, as applicable.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards.
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
