2027 Summer Intern Program- Claims Intern, Berkeley Heights, NJ

Westfield Specialty Insurance; Berkeley Heights (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Westfield Specialty Insurance is offering a paid ten-week intern program in Berkeley Heights, NJ, with opportunities to learn across claims, IT, and operations. The program runs June 7 to August 13, 2027 and includes training, mentorship, and exposure to senior leaders.

Interns will support the claims team, gain hands-on insurance industry knowledge, and may discuss full-time opportunities after graduation. Compensation is $25/hour, with onboarding and professional development experiences.

Qualifications

• Currently matriculated student enrolled at a 4 year college or university pursuing either a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (required).
• Strong GPA preferred (Minimum GPA of 3.2 required).
• Strong interpersonal skills, including strong oral and written communication skills.
• Leadership experience through work or involvement in community service, athletics, clubs, or other activities preferred.
• Technically adept/digitally savvy.
• Ability to be onsite in office 4 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the intake and setup of new claims in internal systems.
• Review loss notices and verify the completeness and accuracy of documentation.
• Organize and maintain digital and physical claim files, ensuring all relevant documents are properly stored.
• Assist with gathering and summarizing key claim information (timelines, policy terms, limits, exclusions).
• Review and summarize relevant contracts, policies, or legal documents under the guidance of a claims examiner.
• Liaise with underwriters, legal counsel and internal stakeholders to request additional claim-related information.
• Participate in claim review meetings or status calls with claims adjusters, legal teams, and risk managers.
• Input claim details into claims management systems and update claim status as required.
• Help identify and correct data inconsistencies or errors in claims files.
• Track deadlines for litigation or investigation milestones (response dates, settlement discussions).
• Learn the end-to-end claims lifecycle in specialty lines (FNOL, investigation, coverage, litigation, resolution).
• Observe claim strategies in high-risk areas like cyber, malpractice, or D&O liability.
• Attend trainings on insurance law, policy interpretation, and regulatory compliance specific to specialty lines.
• Attend training sessions to learn about insurance products, policy administration systems, and regulatory requirements.
• Gain exposure to business operations and how they support the insurance value chain (underwriting, claims, billing, customer service).
• Shadow professionals across departments to understand cross-functional operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Digitally savvy

Onsite 4 days a week

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's or Master's degree

Job description

Job Description The Westfield Specialty Intern Program is a paid, ten-week program that offers students the opportunity to obtain firsthand insight into the insurance business. Every day you'll learn and develop your skills but you'll also have a clear and supportive path ahead of you. You'll gain the confidence to take on real projects, build your network and learn from senior leaders across our business. The 2027 Summer Intern Program will run from June 7 th to August 13 th.

Job Description The Westfield Specialty Intern Program is a paid, ten-week program that offers students the opportunity to obtain firsthand insight into the insurance business. Every day you'll learn and develop your skills but you'll also have a clear and supportive path ahead of you. You'll gain the confidence to take on real projects, build your network and learn from senior leaders across our business. The 2027 Summer Intern Program will run from June 7 th to August 13 th. We are seeking Intern candidates to work with our Claims team in our Berkeley Heights, NJ office.

Program Elements Include

• Classroom and On The Job Training
• Weekly Lunch and Learn Series with Senior Leaders
• Formal Mentor Program
• Presentations from Major Brokerage Partners
• Teambuilding and Social Activities; including Community Service Event
• Industry based Group Project

Participants in the Westfield Specialty Summer Intern Program are immersed in the day-to-day operations of a fast-moving, growing insurance company. You will gain valuable, hands-on experience and insurance industry knowledge during the 10-week program. As a summer intern you will work side-by-side with industry leaders on dynamic projects that provide ample opportunity for challenges, learning and achievement. At Westfield Specialty, we are proud to emphasize the education and development for the future leaders of the insurance industry.

2027 Summer Intern Program Openings

• Alpharetta, GA: Underwriting
• Berkeley Heights, NJ: Claims, IT, Operations
• Chicago, IL: IT, Underwriting
• New York, NY: Actuary, Marketing, Underwriting

For those who excel in the program, we would welcome the opportunity to discuss full-time employment opportunities at Westfield Specialty after graduation as part of our Trainee Program.

As Part Of Our Internship Program You Will Receive

• Targeted business training designed to help you refine your professional skills and acumen critical to the success of Westfield professionals;
• Technical training to deepen your skill level within your chosen discipline; and an understanding of the broader insurance industry;
• Access to additional training to compliment your professional development.
• Opportunity to expand your professional network with talented insurance professionals

Responsibilities

• Assist with the intake and setup of new claims in internal systems.
• Review loss notices and verify the completeness and accuracy of documentation.
• Organize and maintain digital and physical claim files, ensuring all relevant documents (e.g., legal filings, policy forms, correspondence) are properly stored.
• Assist with gathering and summarizing key claim information (e.g., timelines, policy terms, limits, and exclusions).
• Review and summarize relevant contracts, policies, or legal documents under the guidance of a claims examiner.
• Liaise with underwriters, legal counsel and internal stakeholders to request additional claim-related information.
• Participate in claim review meetings or status calls with claims adjusters, legal teams, and risk managers.
• Input claim details into claims management systems and update claim status as required.
• Help identify and correct data inconsistencies or errors in claims files.
• Track deadlines for litigation or investigation milestones (e.g., response dates, settlement discussions).
• Learn the end-to-end claims lifecycle in specialty lines, including first notice of loss (FNOL), investigation, coverage determination, litigation, and resolution.
• Observe claim strategies in unique or high-risk areas like cyberattacks, malpractice, or directors & officers liability.
• Attend trainings on insurance law, policy interpretation, and regulatory compliance specific to specialty lines.
• Attend training sessions to learn about insurance products, policy administration systems, and regulatory requirements.
• Gain exposure to business operations and how they support the overall insurance value chain (underwriting, claims, billing, customer service).
• Shadow professionals across different departments to understand cross-functional operations.

Desired Qualifications

• Currently matriculated student enrolled at a 4 year college or university pursuing either a Bachelors or Masters degree (required)
• Strong GPA preferred (Minimum GPA of 3.2 required)
• Strong interpersonal skills, including strong oral and written communication skills
• Leadership experience through work or involvement in community service, athletics, clubs, or other activities preferred
• Technically adept/digitally savvy
• Ability to be onsite in office 4 days a week

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.

This is a paid internship. Intern will be paid on an hourly basis at the rate of $25/hour.

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.