Vendor Management Intern

Job Summary

The Vendor Management internship provides experience supporting the analysis of strategic vendor performance, risk and other contractual commitments. The intern will assist with coordinating the timely completion and follow-up activities for “health checks” with key vendors by working with a cross functional team from procurement, IT, claims, and/or any underwriting business units. The internship will build practical skills in analysis, communication and stakeholder coordination.

Job Responsibilities

• Assists the business unit in completing the tasks assigned to them, which often includes, but is not limited to, project work and covering the day-to-day operations of the business unit.
• Participates in training programs, workshops, and on-the-job learning opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills related to the field or industry of the internship.
• Participates in summer internship program events, including Lunch and Learns.
• Completes assigned tasks and projects efficiently and effectively, following instructions and guidelines provided by supervisors or mentors.
• Conducts research, gathers data, and analyzes information relevant to the internship focus or assigned projects.
• Takes responsibility for administrative and support tasks of the department.
• Collaborates with colleagues, supervisors, and other stakeholders to effectively communicate progress, challenges, and ideas, and actively participates in team meetings or discussions.
• Works on projects that provide opportunity to collaborate with other interns as well as associates in other departments, ranging from data analysis to mentors.
• Identifies and resolves issues or challenges that arise during the internship, demonstrating problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to finding solutions.
• Demonstrates professionalism, punctuality, and a strong work ethic by being reliable, responsible, and maintaining a positive attitude towards assigned responsibilities.
• Develops business skills in communication and shadowing other professionals.
• Maintaining accurate records, documenting progress, and preparing reports or presentations as required by the internship program or supervisors.
• Attends business unit meetings as assigned and creates and delivers presentations.
• Seeks feedback from supervisors or mentors, actively seeking opportunities for improvement, and applying learning to enhance performance throughout the internship.
• For field roles, only: Expected to drive/travel at least 25% of working time to perform essential functions.
• This may involve traveling on short notice or other daily driving duties as assigned.
  
  

Job Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) and/or commensurate experience.
• Either actively enrolled in an academic institution in pursuit of a degree in a relevant course of study or is a recent college graduate, typically having attained a degree within the past 12 months.
  
  

Location

Hybrid defined as three (3) or more days per week in the office.

Behavioral Competencies

• Collaborates
• Customer focus
• Communicates effectively
• Decision quality
• Nimble learning
  
  

Technical Skills

• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Information Systems
• Continuous Learning
• Data Entry
• Time Management
• Business Analysis
• Problem Solving
  
  

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.

About Us

Founded in 1848, Westfield is a global leader in property and casualty insurance, delivering superior risk insights and innovative solutions to customers through a diverse portfolio of insurance products. Westfield underwrites commercial, personal, surety, and specialty lines of coverage through a network of leading independent agents and brokers in the United States and specialty products through Lloyd’s of London Syndicate 1200. As a mutual insurance company with more than 3,000 employees, Westfield has revenues in excess of $4 billion and more than $10 billion in assets.

Equal Opportunity Employer

United States: All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

United Kingdom: Westfield is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.