Avon, Ohio, United States
Hybrid
About Our Surety Underwriting Team
Do you thrive in an environment where you can put your critical thinking and communication skills to work every day? Do you appreciate being able to contribute individually as well as collaboratively? Our Surety Underwriting team values initiative, the ambition to grow and learn, a broad skill set that includes everything from marketing to finance to risk analysis and a solutions focused approach. We’re technology savvy and highly motivated to grow our business with excellent career advancement opportunities. Each account we work on is complex and interesting. Satisfaction comes from finding solutions that provide the best coverage and give our partner agents a way to differentiate themselves from the competition. If you are adaptable, responsive, love customers and really want to make a difference, we want to hear from you!
A day in the life of a Surety Underwriting Intern might include:
Captures information from multiple sources, account to company guidelines to support underwriting
Review individual risks for acceptability and handles those within authority, based on company guidelines and standards.
Completes assigned Underwriting transactions and tasks within established time and service standard.
Analysis and review of CPA and company financial statements and schedules. Input of those into the surety system.
Determines necessary steps to process work. Decides to accept, reject, or modify based on level of authority
Consults with agents and internal partners. Recommends opportunities for business development and service capabilities
Enters policies and runs reports for the underwriting file.
Works cooperatively and builds strong working relationships with territory, field, claims, sales, and other associates to share and gather information necessary to complete work.
About You
A successful Surety Underwriting Intern at Nationwide has:
Education
Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Finance, Accounting, Risk Management, Insurance, economics, or related field
Completion of junior year is preferred
Involvement in student activities and/or some work experience
Skills/Competencies
General understanding of basic analytical and financial techniques preferred.
Verbal and written communication skills necessary to interact with all levels of internal and external contacts.
Ability to evaluate and recommend solutions to work-related problems.
Ability to analyze insurance risks to determine the degree of acceptability and pricing.
Effective time management skills and competencies preferred.
This internship will be hybrid (3 days in office) in one of the following office locations:
- New York City (Battery Park)
- Des Moines, IA
- Avon, CT
- Philadelphia, PA
- Houston, TX
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.
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!
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