Associate Degree Apprenticeship Program - Underwriting Associate - Los Angeles, CA (Summer 2026)

Zurich in North America•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Zurich North America’s Apprentice Program Zurich is accepting resumes for our 2026 Apprentice Program, apply today! The program launches at the beginning Summer 2026 as early as June 16th through July 20th. About the program: Our innovative General Insurance Apprentice Program allows participants to simultaneously gain their first-time higher education and the experience to launch a rewarding career in commercial insurance. In our Los Angeles office Apprentices will support our Large Property - Underwriting Account Service Associate Team with: Servicing accounts through our end-to-end process Accessing and evaluating underwriting processes while implementing best practices Following instructions from underwriters in areas of policy rating and pricing Reviewing application of mandatory policy forms in relation to accounts Resolving inquiries from brokers, underwriters, and internal customers Earn & Learn: The two-year program offered in Los Angeles, CA combines targeted virtual coursework at Harper Community College with relevant work rotations at Zurich North America’s Los Angeles office. The ideal candidate is seeking a first-time associate degree and has minimal college credits completed. Apprentices who successfully complete this two-year program will: Work in a paid, benefit-eligible full-time position at Zurich Work 3 days a week, School 2 days a week, paid for all 40 hours/week Earn a tuition-free Associate in Applied Science degree in: Business Administration with a concentration in Insurance (Virtually at Harper College) Receive a Department of Labor Certificate of Apprenticeship Possess credentials and skills for today’s ever-changing marketplace

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Professional work experience not required.
Must be enrolled and validated as college ready by Harper Community College Admissions. This is a separate application process that can take place concurrently to Zurich's application process.

Nice To Haves

1 or more years of work experience and/or leadership role in student activities and/or significant voluntary community service
Interest in pursuing a career in the insurance industry
Ability to balance multiple priorities between work and school deadlines
Strong customer service skills
Collaboration and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate with impact
High degree of self-discipline and focus
Attention to detail
Ability to collaborate and work successfully in a team environment
Intermediate computer skills, specifically Excel
Ability to navigate learning and interactions in an online environment

Responsibilities

Servicing accounts through our end-to-end process
Accessing and evaluating underwriting processes while implementing best practices
Following instructions from underwriters in areas of policy rating and pricing
Reviewing application of mandatory policy forms in relation to accounts
Resolving inquiries from brokers, underwriters, and internal customers