About the role#
The Business Insurance Underwriting Professional Development Program Internship is a 10-week summer program designed for students interested in a career in commercial insurance underwriting. This full-time, on-site role in Glendale, California, offers exposure to risk evaluation and product pricing. It serves as a potential pathway to our full-time Underwriting Professional Development Program.
What you'll do#
- Complete core training modules focused on insurance and underwriting principles.
- Work on projects assigned by your manager, either independently or with other interns, and present your findings to local leadership.
- Participate in self-paced professional development courses covering time management and presentation skills.
- Learn to use analytical and artificial intelligence tools while applying critical thinking to evaluate the quality and accuracy of AI-assisted outputs.
- Explore other company functions such as Risk Control and Claims.
- Engage in agency visits with Account Executives.
- Participate in the Enterprise Internship experience, including networking events, an Executive Speaker Series, and the Rising Senior Intern Symposium.
What you'll need#
- A Bachelor's degree or current pursuit of one.
- Preferred majors include Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Marketing, Management, or Risk Management and Insurance. Students with a Liberal Arts degree and a business focus are also encouraged to apply.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred.
- A working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Glendale, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid position.
About Travelers
Travelers provides property and casualty insurance for individuals and businesses. The company offers coverage for homes, vehicles, and commercial assets. Founded in 1853, it maintains a presence in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Ireland. The firm employs approximately 37,598 people and is headquartered in New York.
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