Aetna/CVS Health Virtual Underwriting Externship Program - Intro to Insurance & Underwriting
About The Position
The Aetna/CVS Health Virtual Underwriting Externship is a three-week educational program introducing current college students to insurance underwriting, risk analysis, and pricing strategies. Participants take part in interactive virtual training sessions led by industry experts, apply concepts through collaborative case studies, and receive professional development and mentorship. The program offers networking opportunities and a view into the responsibilities of a full-time underwriter and Aetna’s underwriting organization. Participants who complete the program receive a certificate and priority consideration during the following underwriting internship recruiting season. Externs may also apply and interview for the 2028 Summer Corporate Underwriting Internship Program, which is intended to take place at the Hartford, Connecticut office under a hybrid work model. The externship itself is remote and unpaid, and participants use their own computer and internet connection. Sessions run Tuesday through Thursday, 3:00–4:30 p.m. ET, for three weeks: January 26–28, February 2–4, and February 9–11. Applicants submit a resume and participate in an on-demand virtual interview; applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program with sophomore standing and an expected graduation date between December 2028 and May 2029.
- Access to a computer with a reliable internet connection for virtual sessions.
- Availability for all listed externship dates.
Nice To Haves
- Major in Risk Management/Insurance, Mathematics, Statistics, Business Analytics, Economics, or a related field.
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Curiosity about the insurance industry and eagerness to learn about underwriting and risk analysis.
Responsibilities
- Attend interactive virtual sessions on underwriting concepts and practices.
- Apply underwriting knowledge to real-world case studies, collaborate with peers to analyze risks, make underwriting decisions, and present recommendations.
- Participate in professional development, mentorship, and networking activities.
- Build foundational communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Benefits
- Certificate of completion.
- Priority consideration during the following underwriting internship recruiting season.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
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