Summer 2026 Property Claim Internship

Hybrid or Onsite • Hastings, MI

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

Make Your Summer Count Spend your summer gaining hands-on experience with real insurance claims, working alongside experienced professionals who are invested in your growth. Hastings Insurance’s Summer 2026 Internship Program is designed for students who want more than a résumé line. Here, you will learn how claims are handled from start to finish and see how your work directly supports our policyholders, agents, and communities. Our internships are full-time, paid, and built around meaningful work, structured learning, and personal mentorship. About the Internship Experience: As a Property Claim Intern, you will be paired with a dedicated mentor who will support and guide you throughout the summer. You will be part of a collaborative, down-to-earth culture where questions are encouraged and learning is prioritized. In addition to day-to-day work, interns: Network with interns across other functional areas Meet with members of Hastings’ executive leadership Participate in a community-service-related project Gain exposure to long-term career paths within the insurance industry With 140 years of experience, Hastings is proud to share its knowledge and help prepare the next generation of insurance professionals. Property Claim Internship Overview: Property Claim Interns rotate through both Automotive Physical Damage (APD) and Property Claims, spending approximately six weeks in each area. By the end of the internship, you will understand how a claim is handled from initial report through resolution. This rotation provides broad exposure and a strong foundation for students interested in claims, insurance operations, or related business careers. Internship Dates, Schedule & Location: Program dates: May 11, 2026 through July 31, 2026 (12 weeks) Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Work format: Hybrid Interns are expected to work in-office 1–2 days per week at our headquarters in Hastings, Michigan, with the remaining days worked remotely Housing assistance is not provided, so candidates should live in or be able to commute to the Hastings area. What You’ll Do: Work alongside experienced Claim Adjusters to learn the full claim handling lifecycle Use Hastings Insurance systems and tools to support real-world claim evaluation and settlement Communicate professionally with internal teams, agents, and policyholders Support daily departmental operations and assist with active claims Participate in individual and team-based projects aligned with Claims and company-wide initiatives What We’re Looking For: Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program from an accredited institution Majoring in Insurance, Risk Management, or another business-related field Junior- and Senior-level students are preferred, though all class levels will be considered Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 (3.0 or higher within your major is preferred) Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to work a full-time schedule for the duration of the internship Ability to work at least one day per week in our Hastings, Michigan office Familiarity with common business applications, such as Microsoft Office Prior internship or part-time work experience is helpful, but not required. About Hastings Insurance: Hastings Insurance is a regional property and casualty insurer with a long-standing reputation for financial strength, stability, and customer focus. Our balanced strategy emphasizes strong independent agency relationships, thoughtful growth, and the use of emerging technologies to better serve our policyholders. For more than 135 years, Hastings has helped customers protect what matters most and rebuild after loss. We are proud to be rated A (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company and to be recognized for the expertise and dedication of our employees. Our Commitment as an Employer: Hastings Insurance values the strength of a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to equal opportunity and do not tolerate discrimination or harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to any legally protected status. Hastings Insurance provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in compliance with applicable laws. Candidates needing accommodation to apply or interview may contact the Talent Acquisition team or call 800-442-8277.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program from an accredited institution
• Majoring in Insurance, Risk Management, or another business-related field
• Junior- and Senior-level students are preferred, though all class levels will be considered
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 (3.0 or higher within your major is preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work a full-time schedule for the duration of the internship
• Ability to work at least one day per week in our Hastings, Michigan office
• Familiarity with common business applications, such as Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship or part-time work experience is helpful, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside experienced Claim Adjusters to learn the full claim handling lifecycle
• Use Hastings Insurance systems and tools to support real-world claim evaluation and settlement
• Communicate professionally with internal teams, agents, and policyholders
• Support daily departmental operations and assist with active claims
• Participate in individual and team-based projects aligned with Claims and company-wide initiatives

What This Job Offers

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