Summer 2027 State Product Analyst Intern - Personal Lines

If you’re passionate about helping people protect what matters most to them at a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales, as well as innovating and simplifying processes and operations to provide the best customer value, then Nationwide’s Property and Casualty team could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers and partners are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

This internship offers a hybrid opportunity that can be filled in either Columbus, OH or Des Moines, IA

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Nationwide is a leader in the insurance and financial services industry in America. We are a Fortune 100 company with a mission to protect people, businesses and futures with extraordinary care.

The Nationwide summer internship program is designed to empower you, allowing you to forge a strong foundation for your career. Over the course of 12 weeks, Nationwide interns take part in key business assignments that make a difference, all while enhancing their leadership competencies.

As a Nationwide intern, you’ll enjoy everything that makes us great. From professional development sessions and networking events to collaborations with company leaders, your internship will take on a meaningful journey through the Nationwide experience. Our award-winning culture will ensure you feel welcomed, challenged and encouraged every step of the way!

Are you our next Personal Lines Product Intern?

Our work is essential to helping Nationwide build future capability to serve customer needs. Keeping existing products relevant and marketable and building new products takes research, critical thinking, practicality and collaboration. If you enjoy gathering input and information, working on a team and creating innovative solutions for customers, we want to know more about you!

As an Intern, you'll provide detailed data analysis in support of the State Management team. Under direct supervision, you'll perform data extraction and analysis on detailed data to highlight issues and support resolution

Key Responsibilities: 

• Gathers information from multiple sources according to company guidelines to perform analysis. May require acquiring and compiling verbal information from internal subject matter authorities or partners and data through reports or other external published or non-published electronic means.
• Analyzes data from various business processes. Applies judgment, understanding and curiosity to data to develop effective recommendations. Selects appropriate consumable data formats to explain data. Key areas include pricing, underwriting, agency management, product distribution and claims.
• Completes assigned analysis and tasks within established time and service standards.
• Determines vital steps to process work. Defines data sets, data sources and assumptions needed to complete analysis. Determines most appropriate format to display data.
• Plans completion of assignments to meet agreed upon timelines and service level agreements.
• Provides support, as needed, to internal partners on technical issues. Consults with leader and product manager regarding outcomes of analysis work and ideas.
• Communicates with internal and external business partners by requesting or providing requested information.
• Builds and strengthens relationships with peers and internal partners to support completion of ongoing assignments.
• Using analytical tools, applies learned knowledge of core business functions, underwriting standard methodologies, and performance measurement techniques to provide recommended actions.
• Participates in training classes, department and company meetings.
• ​May perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Typical Skills and Education: 

Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in insurance, actuarial science, mathematics, risk management, economics, finance, accounting, business administration or related field preferred.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills: Strong word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software skills. Ability to analyze data, identify underlying issues, devise alternative solutions, select most appropriate action and follow through to completion. Strong verbal and written communication skills necessary to interact with internal and external contacts. Ability to organize and present detailed analysis, information and concepts. Ability to prioritize own work/time, learn quickly, initiative and drive action, and work independently.

Other criteria, including leadership skills, competencies and experiences may take precedence.

Values: Regularly and consistently demonstrates Nationwide Values.

Nationwide does not participate in the Stem OPT Extension program. At its sole discretion, Nationwide determines whether to offer sponsorship for qualifying positions based on business need and budget. However, it is not usually available for entry level roles.

Smoke-Free Iowa Statement: Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, its affiliates and subsidiaries comply with the Iowa Smokefree Air Act. Smoking is prohibited in all enclosed areas on or around company premises as well as company issued vehicles. The company offers designated smoking areas in which smoking is permitted at each individual location. The Act prohibits retaliation for reporting complaints or violations. For more information on the Iowa Smokefree Air Act, individuals may contact the Smokefree Air Act Helpline at 888-944-2247.

Nationwide pays on a geographic-specific salary structure and placement within the actual starting salary range for this position will be determined by a number of factors including the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; and other conditions of employment.

The national hourly pay range for Nationwide Internships is: $23 - $50