2027 Starr Summer Intern - Chicago

Starr Insurance Companies; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Capstone project opportunity

First class training and development

Job summary

Starr Insurance Companies in Chicago, IL offers a 10-week internship within the Property/Casualty sector. You will receive hands-on training from seasoned managers to learn core functions and gain practical industry knowledge.

As part of the program, interns interact with teams across claims, underwriting, audit, IT, marketing, and HR, culminating in a Capstone presentation that captures key takeaways and showcases learning.

Qualifications

• Risk Management or Insurance major preferred, but not mandatory.
• Hands-on training from seasoned managers and mentors.
• Capstone project at end of internship with final presentation.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to one of the core functions within Property/Casualty (claims, underwriting, audit, IT, marketing, HR, etc.).
• Support business needs and gain understanding of the industry during the 10-week program.
• Develop professional skills including presentation, networking, and communication.

Skills

Risk management understanding

Insurance fundamentals

Professional communication

Education

Risk Management or Insurance major

Job description

Join Starr, a global leader in commercial insurance with over a century of expertise. We empower our employees to innovate, make impactful decisions, and build lasting client relationships worldwide.

At Starr, you'll work in an entrepreneurial culture alongside accessible leaders, leveraging our financial strength and vast industry experience to deliver solutions for our clients, no matter how complex. Grow your career with a rapidly growing company that invests in its people and their ability to drive real progress.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for contributing to one of the core functions of the Property/Casualty industry (Claims, Underwriting, Audit, IT, Marketing, HR, etc.). Depending on the department, interns are expected to support the business needs and gain an understanding of the industry and business.

Program Objectives Offer hands-on training from seasoned managers/mentors to learn the nuances of key functions and departments within a leading commercial insurance company.

Deliver opportunities to develop professionally in a corporate workplace. This includes programming built to improve presentation, networking, communication, and other non-technical skills.

Interact with other interns in an intensive 10-week training program that helps them to understand different full-time career opportunities at Starr. Opportunity to present a final Capstone project capturing key takeaways and provide a point of accumulation of knowledge and skills learned throughout the summer.

Skills and Experience Required

Risk Management or Insurance major preferred, but not mandatory. Relevant coursework preferred, but not mandatory.

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in New York, Starr Insurance Companies is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets: experience and training: licensure and certifications: and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $25-$30/hour

Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic.

We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.

Starr is a global insurance and investment organization providing property and casualty insurance solutions to business and industry, and one of the fastest-growing insurance companies in the world. Our talented and experienced associates manage risk and ultimately support the profitable growth of organizations in a dynamic, competitive and ever-changing marketplace.

Join us and become part of our talented and passionate workforce. https://starr.com/About/Careers