Paid Underwriting Intern: Real-World Insurance Experience

H.W. Kaufman Group; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 9,600 - 14,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & Wilcox, the flagship organization of H.W. Kaufman Group, invites undergraduates to a 12-week summer internship in San Francisco. This paid program develops business acumen, communication, and leadership through hands-on experience across departments in the specialty insurance sector.

As an Underwriting Intern you will work 40 hours per week on-site, immerse in commercial, personal, or professional lines, and support renewals, client meetings, and special projects alongside senior leaders.

Qualifications

• Enrolled as an undergraduate pursuing a degree in Risk Management and Insurance (strongly preferred)
• Expected graduation in December 2027 or May 2028
• Previous internship experience is preferred
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Responsibilities

• Participate in agent marketing calls and attend client meetings
• Engage in insurance policy renewals
• Update new business and renewals in Microsoft Excel
• Determine which program or market best meets the needs of agency clients
• Communicating loss notices and policy changes
• Work alongside senior leaders on special projects

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Risk Management and Insurance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Burns & Wilcox, the flagship organization of H.W. Kaufman Group, invites undergraduates to a 12-week summer internship in San Francisco. This paid program develops business acumen, communication, and leadership through hands-on experience across departments in the specialty insurance sector.

As an Underwriting Intern you will work 40 hours per week on-site, immerse in commercial, personal, or professional lines, and support renewals, client meetings, and special projects alongside senior leaders.