Summer 2027 Intern - Property & Casualty Claims - Claim Specialist - Proximity, VA

State Farm; Lynchburg (VA); Hybrid; USD 27.000 - 39.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Stipend $2,000

Remote internship

Mentorship access

Hub week in-person

Volunteer opportunities

Zusammenfassung

State Farm is offering a summer internship in the Property & Casualty Claims Department in Lynchburg, Virginia. Open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors from the United States, with potential for two summers and mentorship from experienced claims professionals.

The internship runs June 2, 2027 to August 11, 2027, with hours of 38.75 per week. Pay is $24.00/hour and a $2,000 stipend is provided. Eligible interns must be full-time students enrolled throughout the program.

Qualifikationen

• Sophomore, junior, or senior year student eligible for internship.
• Majors aligned with Claims business needs (Business, Risk Management/Insurance, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Construction Management, Property Management, or related).
• Team player with sharp critical thinking, decision-making, communication, attention to detail, and customer focus.

Aufgaben

• Build claim-handling skills including investigation and evaluation.
• Negotiate and apply policies on property claims.
• Inspect residential and commercial properties.
• Develop safe field-inspection practices.
• Receive mentorship and access to senior leadership.
• Engage in volunteer opportunities to build your network.

Kenntnisse

Critical thinking

Decision-making

Communication

Attention to detail

Customer focus

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Being good neighbors – helping people, investing in our communities, and making the world a better place – is who we are at State Farm. It is at the core of how we operate and the reason for our success. We're moving with urgency to become a Next Gen Good Neighbor, with technology that strengthens human connections and enhances the customer experience. As an employee, you'll spend less time navigating systems and more time applying judgment, empathy, and expertise in the moments that matter most.

Responsibilities

Grow Your Skills, Grow Your Potential

Get ready to CLAIM your future with an exciting internship opportunity! Our dynamic Property & Casualty Claims Department is on the hunt for driven students entering their sophomore, junior, or senior year, graduating in December 2027, May 2028, or May 2029. Even better? This internship could extend across two summers, giving you an unforgettable, immersive experience!

As an intern, you'll:

• Build claim-handling skills, including investigation, evaluation, negotiation, and policy application.
• Work alongside experienced claims professionals on property claims, including fire-related and weather-related losses.
• Learn to inspect residential and commercial properties.
• Develop safe field-inspection practices and use appropriate equipment in accordance with safety guidelines.
• Benefit from mentorship and access to senior leadership.
• Make an impact through volunteer opportunities while building your professional network.

Qualifications

We are looking for the following:

• Students majoring in Business, Risk Management/Insurance, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Construction Management, Property Management -or other majors that align with our Claims' business needs.
• Passionate team players with sharp critical thinking, sound decision-making skills, excellent communication, keen attention to detail, and a strong customer focus.

Internship Information

• Dates: The internship will occur between June 2, 2027 - August 11, 2027
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 38.75 hours per week
  • Due to the short duration of the summer program, it is an expectation that hired interns will be available for the duration of the summer internship with little to no disruption in work schedule.
• Pay: $24.00/hour
• Stipend: Interns selected for our summer internship program will be eligible for a $2,000 stipend!
• Internship Program Eligibility: To be eligible for the internship program, you must be a full-time student currently enrolled throughout the duration of the internship.

Work Arrangement

• Remote(with occasional in-person requirement): This position is based in Lynchburg, Virginia, and is open to college sophomores, juniors, and seniors throughout the state. The internship is primarily remote, with most work completed from home. You'll also spend one scheduled week working in person at a hub location.
• Hub Locations: Dunwoody, GA; Richardson, TX; Tempe, AZ; or Bloomington, IL
• Reliable transportation is required, as you may have several opportunities to ride along with a licensed claims professional. Work-related mileage will be reimbursed.
• Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity.***

Our Benefits

Time Off

• 40 hours of Life Leave
• Military Leave

Financial Benefits

• 401(K) Savings Plan (Eligible at age 18)
• Mutual Funds (Eligible at age 18)
• Commuter Benefits

Miscellaneous Benefits

• Wellness programs
• US Discount program
• Good Neighbor Grant program
• Matching Gift program
• Employee Assistance Fund
• Company Holidays