NYL Underwriting Externship

the Program • Phoenix, AZ

14d

About The Position

Discover what it’s like to be part of New York Life’s Group Benefit Solutions (GBS) team. The GBS Underwriting Externship is a one-day immersive experience designed to introduce students to the world of group insurance underwriting, financial analysis, and career opportunities within New York Life. Through this experience, you’ll gain firsthand insight into the vital role underwriters play in assessing risk, supporting clients, and driving business decisions that help protect organizations and their employees. This full-day externship provides a real-world look into “A Day in the Life” of a group insurance underwriter at New York Life—helping students make informed, confident career choices.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, Risk Management, or a related field
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with data and numbers
• Strong in communication and problem-solving skills
• Innovative, business-minded, and customer-focused
• Interested in leadership and professional growth within financial services
• Maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Job shadowing experienced underwriters to observe real-world decision-making and client interaction.
• Hands-on financial and risk analysis to understand the fundamentals of underwriting.
• One-on-one mentorship with professionals in the Group Benefit Solutions division.
• Networking opportunities with leaders and underwriters across the organization.
• Career exploration and role-fit assessment to help you evaluate your interests in the insurance and financial services industry.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees