Risk Management and Insurance Intern

Southwire Company; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching & Pension Plan

Flexible Work Schedules

Job summary

Southwire Company LLC invites driven students to a Risk Management Insurance Intern/Co-op role. This remote program blends classroom learning with practical projects, delivering a structured onboarding, mentorship, and senior leadership exposure.

Internships run in summer (May 17–Aug 6). Interns typically work 10–12 weeks; co-ops 16–18 weeks, and high performers may be considered for full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in Risk Management, Insurance, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest in risk management, insurance, compliance, or related business functions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet due dates.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment while handling confidential and sensitive information with professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Research and compile risk exposure data to support insurance policy renewals.
• Review, audit, and track incoming and outgoing Certificates of Insurance (COIs) for compliance with company and contractual requirements.
• Maintain and update the insurance policy database, including policy records, coverage information, and renewal dates.
• Assist with collecting, organizing, and validating insurance and risk management data from internal stakeholders.
• Support insurance documentation, record retention, and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Currently enrolled in a college/university pursuing Risk Management, Insurance, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Company: Southwire Company LLC

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.

The purpose of Southwire’s College Programs is to provide valuable experience to students pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher. Our goal is to give students meaningful work that builds on what they are learning in the classroom. Our programs are project based. Students will receive a project at the beginning of the summer and present it in our project expo at the end of the summer. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to develop innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?

Location:Remote

Shift: May 17th - Aug 6th

Pay Rate: $19.00– $21.00

Job Description

Job Summary/Objective:
The purpose of Southwire’s College Programs is to help early career professionals bring together formal learning and

after graduation. Each student will have a variety of responsibilities and assigned projects that relate to their field of

study and be responsible for developing a timeline, progress updates, and final delivery in a senior leadership expo.

Note: All new interns and co-ops must begin in the summer rotation.

Ready to explore new horizons in your own development as a Southwire Intern or Co-op and help us power what’s possible?

Key Responsibilities

• Your intern assignment is generally 10-12 weeks, and co-op assignment is generally 16-18 weeks and will include an assigned project and opportunities to present your work.
• You will also collaborate on other exciting projects and work with talented peers and inspirational leaders, many of whom began as interns and co-ops themselves.
• You will be provided a robust developmental experience through an immersive onboarding and offboarding experience, assigned a mentor, networking opportunities, organized events, activities, and
• You will have the opportunity to impact the future of the organization, all the while being exposed to a world-class program community.
• Finally, our rising senior interns and co-ops are considered for full-time employment opportunities.

Long Description

Project Summary

The Risk Management & Insurance Intern will support the Risk Management & Insurance team as we advance initiatives that strengthen the company’s strategy. This individual must be a self-starter, be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team, have the ability to proactively identify challenges and recommend effective solutions, and possess strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

Description of Responsibilities

• Research and compile risk exposure data to support insurance policy renewals.
• Review, audit, and track incoming and outgoing Certificates of Insurance (COIs) for compliance with company and contractual requirements.
• Maintain and update the insurance policy database, including policy records, coverage information, and renewal dates.
• Assist with collecting, organizing, and validating insurance and risk management data from internal stakeholders.
• Support insurance documentation, record retention, and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in Risk Management, Insurance, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Demonstrated interest in risk management, insurance, compliance, or related business functions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet due dates.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment while handling confidential and sensitive information with professionalism.

Benefits We Offer

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
• Flexible Work Schedules

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.