Claims Apprentice
Great West Casualty Company
Posted 14 Nov 2026, 06:30 ET
This job at a glance
- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 1 year · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
- Auditing
- Work
- On-site in Knoxville
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Auditing11%of 100 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 14, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
The Liability Claims Trainee role is an entry-level position designed to prepare individuals for a career as a claims professional through a structured, hands-on training program. Successful completion of the program prepares the trainee to manage liability claims independently. This role provides a clear pathway into an Associate Claims Specialist position upon successful program completion.
Key Responsibilities
- Investigate and document liability, bodily injury, and property damage claims.
- Complete coverage reviews and understand liability exposure.
- Communicate professionally with insureds, claimants, attorneys, and agents.
- Document claim activity accurately and in compliance with company standards.
- Participate in claim evaluations, reserving, and settlement discussions.
- Progress from training scenarios to live claim handling with support.
Training Program Overview
- Months 1–3: Claims fundamentals, systems training, written exams.
- Months 4–6: Supervised live claim handling with audits and coaching.
- Month 7: Job shadowing, final assessment, and graduation to independent handling.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Trainees participate in a multi-month development program combining classroom instruction, system training, supervised claim handling, coaching, and job shadowing.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Willingness to obtain required adjuster licenses.
- Interest in long-term career growth in claims.