Employee Benefits Intern

hilbgroup; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hilb Group offers an internship for students to explore multiple career paths within a growing insurance brokerage. Interns gain hands-on experience, work with experienced teams, and contribute to meaningful analytics initiatives for our benefits department.

You will also have the opportunity to travel to our corporate office in Richmond, VA for networking and volunteer events. This internship may lead to full-time employment opportunities upon graduation.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Curious, motivated, and eager to learn about the insurance industry.

Responsibilities

• Learn and utilize the agency management system to support employee benefits analysis, reporting, and client deliverables.
• Develop a foundational understanding of the employee benefits industry, including health and welfare plans, compliance requirements, and carrier operations.
• Support benefits analysts, service, and sales teams by shadowing client meetings and internal strategy discussions.
• Assist with data analysis, entry, and validation related to employee benefits plans, renewals, and client reporting.
• Compile and maintain records, reports, and benefit plan documentation to support client service and compliance efforts.
• Research and analyze employee benefits data files for group clients, identifying trends, discrepancies, and opportunities.
• Gain exposure to the clients we serve and the industries they operate in, with an emphasis on benefits strategy and cost management.
• Learn about benefits carriers and vendors, including plan structures, funding arrangements, and reporting requirements.
• Build an understanding of key employee benefits coverages and how they are applied to meet client needs and objectives.

Skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Curiosity and learnability

Education

Risk Management & Insurance

Actuarial Science

Mathematics

Business Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Why an Internship with the Hilb Group?

An internship with the Hilb Group offers students the opportunity to explore multiple career paths within a growing insurance brokerage. As a rapidly expanding organization, we provide hands-on learning experiences and exposure to real-world projects that support both personal and professional development. Interns work closely with experienced team members, gain insight into our business operations, and contribute to meaningful analytics initiatives for our benefits department. You will also have the opportunity to travel to our corporate office in Richmond, VA, where you'll connect with fellow interns, network with company leaders, and participate in a volunteer event.

This internship may lead to full-time employment opportunities upon graduation. We're excited to help you grow with us!

Key Responsibilities:

• Learn and utilize the agency management system to support employee benefits analysis, reporting, and client deliverables.
• Develop a foundational understanding of the employee benefits industry, including health and welfare plans, compliance requirements, and carrier operations.
• Support benefits analysts, service, and sales teams by shadowing client meetings and internal strategy discussions.
• Assist with data analysis, entry, and validation related to employee benefits plans, renewals, and client reporting.
• Compile and maintain records, reports, and benefit plan documentation to support client service and compliance efforts.
• Research and analyze employee benefits data files for group clients, identifying trends, discrepancies, and opportunities.
• Gain exposure to the clients we serve and the industries they operate in, with an emphasis on benefits strategy and cost management.
• Learn about benefits carriers and vendors, including plan structures, funding arrangements, and reporting requirements.
• Build an understanding of key employee benefits coverages and how they are applied to meet client needs and objectives.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program.
• Preferred majors include Risk Management & Insurance, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Business Management, or related fields.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Curious, motivated, and eager to learn about the insurance industry and grow professionally.

The Hilb Group is an equal opportunity employer, and we actively support and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting all forms of discrimination in employment. Additionally, we have a zero-tolerance policy for all forms of harassment in violation of federal, state, and local laws.