Summer 2027 Internship
West Bend Insurance Company
About the Role
This is a Summer 2027 internship position located in West Bend, WI. The role focuses on Property & Casualty Claims.
Key Responsibilities
- Take ownership of property and casualty claims from initial review through resolution.
- Build relationships with customers, agents, attorneys, medical professionals, and other stakeholders to gather facts and move claims forward.
- Analyze policy language and claim details to determine coverage and next steps.
- Assess liability, damages, and overall claim exposure to support sound claim decisions.
- Contribute to reserve recommendations and help monitor claim trends and outcomes.
- Conduct investigations by reviewing records, interviewing involved parties, gathering statements, and evaluating evidence.
- Partner with claimants and other parties to negotiate fair settlements and achieve timely resolutions.
- Maintain thorough and accurate claim documentation while managing follow-up activities and key deadlines.
- Develop a strong foundation in claims handling, insurance principles, coverage analysis, and legal concepts.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree, preferably in Business, Risk Management, Insurance, Finance, or a related field.
- Anticipated graduation date of December 2027 or May 2028.
- Strong communication skills and a genuine desire to help others.
- Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Naturally curious with the ability to analyze information and think through challenges.
- Comfortable learning new technology and navigating a variety of systems and tools.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently while also contributing as part of a team.
- Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and a willingness to take on new opportunities and responsibilities.
What You'll Gain
- Real-world experience handling claims from start to finish.
- Exposure to insurance operations and decision-making.
- Professional development and mentorship from industry experts.
- Opportunities to strengthen communication, negotiation, investigative, and analytical skills.
- A collaborative and people-focused culture recognized as a top workplace.
Work Location
- This position is an in-office role located in West Bend, WI.
- No remote opportunities are available for this position.
Compensation
- The hourly pay for this position is $21.00+.