Underwriting Intern: Hands-On Risk & Market Insights

Howden Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-office internship

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

DUAL North America, Inc. is seeking an Underwriting Intern for a summer internship in Chicago, IL. You will work with experienced underwriters, support submissions, and gain hands-on exposure to risk assessment and underwriting processes.

You'll collaborate with teams across underwriting, marketing, and broader DUAl business. The role is in-office with 0–10% travel, and compensation is $22.00 per hour. Applicants should be enrolled in a bachelor’s program and graduating between 2027 and 2028.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program, graduating between December 2027 and May 2028.
• Majoring in risk management, business, finance, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Basic understanding of insurance principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partner with underwriters to review submissions and assess risk.
• Learn risk assessment, pricing, and underwriting strategy through real examples.
• Organize underwriting information, update records, and maintain access to details.
• Research industry trends, emerging risks, and market insights; summarize findings.
• Contribute to team projects and day-to-day coordination.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Insurance basics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, or related field

Majoring in risk management, business, finance, or related field

Job description

DUAL North America, Inc. is seeking an Underwriting Intern for a summer internship in Chicago, IL. You will work with experienced underwriters, support submissions, and gain hands-on exposure to risk assessment and underwriting processes.

You'll collaborate with teams across underwriting, marketing, and broader DUAl business. The role is in-office with 0–10% travel, and compensation is $22.00 per hour. Applicants should be enrolled in a bachelor’s program and graduating between 2027 and 2028.