Underwriting Associate, Financial Lines - Fall 2026 Co-op/Intern

Definity Insurance Company • Toronto, ON

21h • Hybrid

About The Position

This is a co-op placement for Fall 2026, lasting 4 months. Definity offers rewarding work and real-life experience where contributions, creativity, and energy are valued. This role provides an opportunity to be involved in initiatives that support strategic goals and utilize skills in a supportive team environment. Definity is a company that cares for its people, including co-op students, and has a track record of significant achievements.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program (Business, Finance, Commerce, or related field preferred).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Effective communication skills and willingness to collaborate with a team.
• Eagerness to learn and develop knowledge of the insurance industry.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Familiarity with data systems is an asset (e.g., Guidewire PolicyCenter).

Responsibilities

• Assist Account Executives with new business and renewal activities by gathering and organizing account information for underwriting review and quoting.
• Support the preparation of reports and documentation required to assess and process policies.
• Help process transactions within internal systems, including new business submissions, renewals, policy changes, and cancellations, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail.
• Maintain accurate underwriting documentation and update account information in internal systems in accordance with established standards.
• Monitor team inboxes and workflow queues, assisting with task tracking and follow-ups.
• Support timely servicing of accounts to meet internal and external service expectations.
• Communicate with internal teams and assist with responding to basic broker or customer inquiries, escalating as needed.
• Assist with quoting activities within established guidelines and supported supervision.
• Provide administrative support, including data entry and file maintenance.
• Participate in team projects and assignments as required.
• Actively learn about underwriting processes and Financial Lines products through training and on-the-job experience.

Benefits

• Meaningful work forwarding our purpose of building a better world by helping our clients and communities adapt and thrive in their hardest times of need.
• Culture of accountability, empowerment, and collaboration.
• Opportunities to support personal and professional growth through real-life experience and unique learning opportunities.
• Leadership Essentials program builds knowledge and skills to Team Leaders to Directors.
• Opportunity to join employee groups focused on women's empowerment, LGBTQ+, anti-racism and cultural equity, and environmental activism.
• Determined to create positive change for our environment, our people, and our communities, now and in the future.
• Hourly compensation starts at $22.50 per hour and will increase based on factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, and the recommended rates as set by the respective educational institution.
• Inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree