Underwriting Internship - Philadelphia Summer 2025

About the Role  As an intern at Zurich, you'll dig into real projects that make a difference for customers, colleagues, communities - and you. Gain valuable experience working for a global industry leader in commercial insurance. Emerge more confident, connected and prepared for a bright future. Zurich offers 10- to 12-week full-time summer internships between May and September in areas such as Actuarial, Claims, Corporate Communications, Finance, Human Resources IT, Marketing, Operations, Predictive Analytics and Underwriting.  Zurich interns enjoy competitive pay, paid time off and 401(k) contributions, while adding solid credentials from a renowned global insurance organization to their resumes. Our well-structured internship program provides opportunities to participate in community impact projects, mentorship and networking activities. Your experiences here can open doors and build lasting bonds.  About Us  Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®.  This position will be responsible for: Underwriting basics - Mentor will teach what an underwriter does by topicBasic business unit financial reportingFinancial reports for upcoming meetings through UW Desktop and Power BIPipeline management Preparation and participation in presentations and stewardship meetingsLoss summary review and inputsAttending a broker meeting with MentorYou will learn: Insurance underwriting basicsRelationship managementOrganizational skillsPresentation skillsCollaboration skillsTime management skills Basic Qualifications: Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university degree program in the fall semester following the internship Must be a rising junior or rising senior at the time of the internship Must be eligible to work in the U.S.  Preferred Qualifications: Minimum cumulative GPA average of 3.0 (current GPA reported by your school)Demonstrates problem solving skills in a customer-focused environmentExcellent communication skillsAnalytical skillsExcel and PowerPoint experienceSelf-motivated, punctual, professional and able to work independently  As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time (future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich? Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more. As a global company, Zurich recognizes the diversity of our workforce as an asset. We recruit talented people from a variety of backgrounds with unique perspectives that are truly welcome here. Taken together, diversity and inclusion bring us closer to our common goal: exceeding our customers' expectations. Zurich does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. EOE disability/vet  Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.  Location(s): AM - Philadelphia Remote Working: HybridSchedule: Full TimeEmployment Sponsorship Offered: No   Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI   

Created: 2024-11-01