Underwriting Summer Internship - Scottsdale, AZ (Hybrid)

Selective Insurance Group, Inc.•Scottsdale, AZ

39d•$21 - $24•Hybrid

About The Position

Calling all college students! Planning to intern during the summer of 2026? Kick-off your career at Selective Insurance by joining our award-winning Ignite Internship program at our office in Scottsdale, AZ. The Ignite Internship Program is an 11-week, full-time experience that offers a sneak peek into the world of insurance. Level up your skills and knowledge by diving into your business area of choice. Throughout the program, you'll get a feel for the corporate environment with on-the-job assignments, team projects, exposure to senior leadership & executives, and even a community volunteer day. All of this and more will help you build meaningful relationships throughout the organization. Come and make summer 2026 one to remember with Selective! As an Underwriting Intern, you'll have a chance to build your business acumen by supporting the underwriting department's growth and profitability goals, making meaningful contributions to the business. Underwriting involves assessing risks and determining the terms of insurance policies, making it a critical function in the financial industry. This internship offers a unique opportunity to develop analytical skills and gain insights into risk management, and to learn & experience different areas of the insurance industry including but not limited to underwriting, risk management, internal audit, & claims. Please note, this is a hybrid position, therefore, applicants must be within commuting distance of our Scottsdale, AZ location.

Requirements

Must be a self-starter, able to take direction and follow instructions. Must possess excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment and perform under pressure. Must have the ability to multi-task successfully. Must have proficient PC skills specifically Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
High School Diploma required.
Ideal internship candidates will be full-time undergraduate college Juniors or Seniors, with the ability to perform at a professional level.

Nice To Haves

Candidates should be working towards an applicable degree, for the internship they are interested, in their field of study preferred.
Relevant classroom experience in Accounting, Actuary, Audit, Bonds, Claims, Finance, Information Technology, Marketing and/or Underwriting preferred.
Presentation skills and attention to detail a plus.
Desire to work for Selective Insurance after graduation preferred.

Responsibilities

Learn about Selective's history, mission and operations.
Acquire and apply the skills and knowledge necessary to achieve business goals related (but not limited) to 1) Compile daily cash balances and perform cash forecasting, 2) Assist in upload of any daily/monthly journal entries to the general ledger, 3) Prepare monthly cash analysis, 4) Maintain Sarbanes Oxley documentation and perform test-work, 5) Evaluate
Cultivate strong customer relationships and respond promptly to customer requests.
Develop and maintain mutually beneficial relationships in order to achieve business goals.
Demonstrate a sense of urgency and commitment to achieving business goals.
Convey facts and information effectively in both verbal and written communications.

Benefits

Selective Insurance offers a total rewards package that includes a competitive base salary, incentive plan eligibility at all levels, and a wide array of benefits designed to help you and your family stay healthy, achieve your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life.
These benefits include comprehensive health care plans, retirement savings plan with company match, discounted Employee Stock Purchase Program, tuition assistance and reimbursement programs, and paid time off plans.
Additional details about our total rewards package will be provided during the recruiting process.

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