What are the responsibilities and job description for the Semester Underwriting Intern position at Berkley Specialty Excess (a Berkley Company)?
Berkley Specialty Excess, a W. R. Berkley Company, is a wholesale-dedicated excess and surplus lines commercial insurance carrier. We specialize in underwriting difficult-to-place moderate to high-risk commercial business looking for creative solutions to new and unusual complex Environmental and Energy risks.
Company URL: https://www.berkleyse.com/
The company is an equal opportunity employer.
The Intern, Underwriting will train with key team members to learn and participate in the process of underwriting and servicing of renewal accounts. The intern will provide general operations support to the Underwriting Department including the processing of binders, policies, endorsements, submissions and other client related correspondence for new and existing accounts.
The internship is for the semester with opportunity to extend based on company need and job performance.
15-20 hours per week
- Supports underwriting through processing of endorsements and related correspondence.
- This temporary based position requires strong analysis skills applied in supporting and meeting service standards, objectives, and following Berkley Specialty Excess’s underwriting guidelines.
- Availability to work independently, both on a remote and potential on a hybrid based in-person schedule through the summer months.
- Ability to prioritize work with little assistance.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Interest in enhancing classroom learning through practical career related work experience within the industry.
- Career Interest in Underwriting/Excess and Surplus Lines.
- Ability to assess priorities and manage deadlines effectively.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven attention to detail, with excellent organizational skills.
- Strong research and analytical skills.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
Education:
- Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree with a focus in Risk Management and Insurance (or other applicable major) preferred.
- A rising Junior or Senior is preferred.
- GPA of 3.0 and above required.