Hands-On Underwriting Intern

RLI Corp.; Eagan (MN); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

RLI Corp in Minnesota offers a paid internship program that provides hands-on learning in underwriting, risk evaluation, and account analysis. Interns work with experienced professionals, gain industry knowledge, and build professional and team-building skills.

Typical hours are 10-15 per week during the school year and 30+ per week in summer; pay varies by track: General $20/hour, IT & Underwriting $22/hour, Legal $25/hour, Actuarial $22–$28/hour, with potential growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to gather, organize, and analyze information with accuracy.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to learn concepts, processes, and systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist underwriting team with review and analysis of new and renewal business.
• Gather and review account information to support underwriting decisions.
• Research and analyze accounts, industries, market trends, or projects.
• Gain exposure to risk selection, pricing, coverage, and profitability.
• Complete project-based assignments and present findings to the team.
• Collaborate with underwriting, operations, and other partners.
• Develop professional and team-building skills through mentoring and collaboration.
• Participate in planned educational and social activities to understand our business.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Independent learner

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

MS Office (Excel/PowerPoint)

Education

High school diploma

College coursework

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

RLI Corp in Minnesota offers a paid internship program that provides hands-on learning in underwriting, risk evaluation, and account analysis. Interns work with experienced professionals, gain industry knowledge, and build professional and team-building skills.

Typical hours are 10-15 per week during the school year and 30+ per week in summer; pay varies by track: General $20/hour, IT & Underwriting $22/hour, Legal $25/hour, Actuarial $22–$28/hour, with potential growth opportunities.