Intern - Personal Lines Underwriting Strategy

The Hanover Insurance Group; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hanover Insurance Group in Massachusetts offers a 10-week Summer Internship Program for rising college students to work on real business projects, gain mentorship, and explore a potential full-time path after graduation. In this role, you will support Personal Lines Underwriting Strategy with data analysis, create Power BI reports, and present insights to leaders.

You will collaborate cross-functionally and deliver a final management presentation.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in risk management, Economics, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Business Administration, or related analytical field.
• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree or advanced program
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred
• Ability to commit to a full time 10-week internship program
• Ability to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future
• Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills
• Excel, SQL and Power BI experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Support Personal Lines Underwriting Strategy initiatives through data analysis, research, and performance monitoring across products, segments, and geographies.
• Analyze underwriting, pricing, and portfolio performance data to identify trends, opportunities, and emerging risks, and present findings to business leaders.
• Assist in the development and evaluation of underwriting strategies, guidelines, and appetite enhancements to support profitable growth.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Underwriting, Product, Pricing, Actuarial, and Analytics, to support strategic projects and business initiatives.
• Create reports, presentations, and dashboards that translate complex data into actionable insights and recommendations for decision-making.
• Create and present a final presentation for management and leadership members at the close of the internship program highlighting the work you accomplished throughout the summer
• Develop data and Power BI reports for field and customers to articulate value to agent partners and customers
• Assist in various projects, meet deadlines, and handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving business environment

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in progress or related field

Tools

Excel

SQL

Power BI

Job description

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, Sustainability initiatives and inclusive corporate culture.

SUMMER INTERNSHIP OVERVIEW

The Hanover’s Internship Program provides college students with the opportunity to work on a variety of critical business assignments, test your skills, use your academic knowledge, and match your interests to a real job.

Through the 10-week summer program (June – mid August), You will:

• Take on meaningful projects and work alongside some of the very best talent in the industry
• Be supported and mentored by a community of exceptional talent (leaders, managers, subject matter experts and recent graduates)
• Participate in a cross-functional team building project focused on corporate philanthropy
• Attend weekly development workshops with your intern peers
• Join in engagement and social activities with other interns

We recruit highly skilled students for potential future full‑time employment opportunities, upon graduation.

Our Personal Lines team is seeking exceptional college students for our Summer Internship Program which provides meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth, as well as rewarding career path options.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL

• Support Personal Lines Underwriting Strategy initiatives through data analysis, research, and performance monitoring across products, segments, and geographies.
• Analyze underwriting, pricing, and portfolio performance data to identify trends, opportunities, and emerging risks, and present findings to business leaders.
• Assist in the development and evaluation of underwriting strategies, guidelines, and appetite enhancements to support profitable growth.
• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Underwriting, Product, Pricing, Actuarial, and Analytics, to support strategic projects and business initiatives.
• Create reports, presentations, and dashboards that translate complex data into actionable insights and recommendations for decision‑making.
• Create and present a final presentation for management and leadership members at the close of the internship program highlighting the work you accomplished throughout the summer
• Develop data and Power BI reports for field and customers to articulate value to agent partners and customers
• Assist in various projects, meet deadlines, and handle multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing and evolving business environment

WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in risk management, Economics, Business Analytics, Data Analytics, Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Business Administration, or a related analytical field.
• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree or advanced program
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher preferred
• Ability to commit to a full time 10-week internship program
• Ability to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future
• Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills
• Excel, SQL and Power BI experience preferred

EEO statement

The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers. The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.

Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

As an equal opportunity employer, Hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at: [e-mail] include the link of the job posting in which you are interested.

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Compensation

The target hiring range for this role may vary based on geographic location and other factors, including merit or performance, demonstrated proficiency, skills for the role, education, travel requirements, and experience. Additional compensation may include an annual bonus (which could take the form of a general bonus, sales incentive, or short‑term incentive), long‑term incentive or spot recognition awards. The posted range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.