Underwriting Intern-Employee Benefits

MARSHALL+STERLING•City of Poughkeepsie, NY

26d•$19 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

At Marshall+Sterling, you’re not just joining a company — you’re joining an inclusive culture built on integrity, impact, and people-first values. Your ideas matter, your growth is prioritized, and your work helps shape a more secure future for all. As a 100% employee-owned company with roots dating back to 1864, Marshall+Sterling offers the strength of a time-tested organization and the energy of an ownership-driven culture. Guided by our mission to empower clients to predict, prepare for, and preempt risk, we are relentlessly focused on helping people and businesses protect what matters most — so they can move forward with confidence. Our vision of creating a future that’s safer and more secure drives everything we do. Innovation is not optional here — it's imperative. We constantly seek better, smarter ways to serve our clients and improve as a company. Collaboration is at our core, because we know we are stronger together — across teams, with our clients, and in the communities we serve. Our employee-owners are not only valued and empowered, but also directly invested in our collective success. This position will be based out of Marshall+Sterling’s Poughkeepsie Office. Gain hands-on exposure to the underwriting function while learning how insurance decisions are evaluated, risks are assessed, and operations are supported across the organization. This internship offers a behind-the-scenes look at how underwriting teams collaborate with agencies, maintain compliance, and use data and systems to support the business. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, problem-solving, and learning by doing in a fast-paced professional environment. Throughout the internship, you’ll support a variety of projects and activities, including: Conducting competitor and market research Participating in agency visits and meetings Supporting system user acceptance testing (UAT) Assisting with lead research through the MyEdge system Supporting underwriting processes and core system workflows Maintaining accurate documentation and tracking progress

Requirements

Enrolled in a relevant degree program.
Working knowledge of basic office procedures, Internet, and Microsoft Office products.
Ability to work effectively and relate well with others including superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the company in a professional manner.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
High level of organizational ability with attention to detail.