Underwriting Internship
Zurich North America
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- OperationsStakeholder managementMicrosoft OfficeNetworking
- Work
- On-site in Los Angeles · internship
- Pay
- $21–$23 an hour
- Skill demand
- Microsoft Office38%Operations29%Stakeholder management17%Networking10%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 8, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
Zurich is a leading global insurance company seeking to nurture talent through internship opportunities within its Underwriting organization for Summer 2027. This internship offers hands-on experience and the chance to contribute to meaningful projects.
The Role
As an Underwriting Intern, you will be an integral part of the Underwriting organization, working under the guidance of experienced professionals. You will contribute to real projects and tasks supporting business growth, customer relationships, and risk management strategies.
Key responsibilities may include:
- Learn underwriting fundamentals through mentorship and hands-on training
- Support business unit financial reporting and analysis
- Assist with preparing financial and operational reports using underwriting and business intelligence tools
- Support pipeline management and underwriting operations activities
- Participate in client, broker, and stakeholder meetings
- Review loss summaries and assist with account analysis
- Gain exposure to customer, broker, and partner relationships within the insurance industry
Requirements & Tech Stack
Basic Qualifications:
- Actively pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Risk Management, Finance, Economics, Business, or related field
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program and will be enrolled in the Fall of 2027
- Two or more years of college coursework (rising Junior or Senior)
- Microsoft Office experience
- Be legally eligible to work in the U.S indefinitely
Preferred Qualifications:
- Cumulative GPA at/above 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Problem-solving skills in a customer-focused environment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Analytical and critical thinking abilities
- Experience in leadership roles, campus organizations, or extracurricular activities
Compensation
- Hourly range: $21.00 - $23.00
What We Offer
- Hands-on experience working on impactful projects
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals
- Opportunities to participate in community impact projects
- Networking activities with professionals and fellow interns
- Exposure to insurance industry leaders and underwriting professionals
- Insights into the operations of a global industry leader in commercial insurance