Summer 2027 Internship - Property & Casualty Claims

The Silver Lining; West Bend (WI); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Silver Lining in West Bend, WI offers an award-winning internship program designed to provide meaningful, hands-on experience in the insurance industry. As a Property and Casualty Intern you will review and analyze policies to verify coverage, establish reserves, and settle less complex claims.

You will contact customers to explain coverage and assist with catastrophe-claims support. This in-office role requires pursuing a bachelor's degree in business, communications or insurance related

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in business, communications or insurance.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze policies to verify coverage and settle simple claims.
• Contact customers to explain coverage and settle claims.
• Assist various claims teams after catastrophe storms.
• Contribute to high customer service results in the claims department.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

MS Office

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, communications or insurance field

Job description

Company Overview

Recognized as aMilwaukee Journal SentinelTop Workplace for 15 consecutive years, including three years of being honored as number one! Join us at West Bend, where we believe that our associates are our greatest asset. We hire talented individuals who are conscientious, dedicated, customer focused, and able to build lasting relationships. We create and maintain an environment where you feel a sense of belonging and appreciation. Your diversity of thought, experience, and knowledge are valued. We’re committed to fostering a welcoming culture, offering you opportunities for meaningful work and professional growth. More than a workplace, we celebrate our successes and take pride in serving our communities.

Award-Winning Internship ProgramWe’re proud to be named to the RISE Professionals Elite 50 Internships List, a national recognition that honors top internship programs in the insurance industry. This award highlights our commitment to providing meaningful, high-impact experiences through mentorship, education, leadership development, diversity and inclusion efforts, networking opportunities, and more. Our internship program offers students a dynamic opportunity to gain hands-on experience, build valuable relationships, and develop essential skills while contributing to projects that support our mission and values. From day one, interns are empowered to make meaningful contributions and participate in professional development programming designed to prepare them for future success.

Job Summary

As a Property and Casualty Intern you will review and analyze policies to verify coverage, establish reserves, and settle claims for less complex losses. Other responsibilities will include contacting customers to explain coverage, settling customer claims and contributing to the high customer service results within the claims department. You will also assist various claims teams following catastrophe storms.

Work Location

This position is an in-office role located in West Bend, WI. No remote opportunities for this position are available at this time.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in business, communications or insurance related field
• Interpersonal skills
• Effective problem solving skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
• Able to comprehend and utilize various computer programs

EEO

West Bend provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and promotion.