Underwriting Intern - Paid, On-Site, Hands-On Insurance

Burns & Wilcox; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & Wilcox is seeking a 12-week summer internship in Metairie, LA, on-site, to develop business acumen, communication, and leadership skills through hands-on experience within our underwriting teams. The paid internship offers exposure to commercial, personal, or professional lines and interaction with executive leadership and peers.

Candidates should be undergraduates pursuing Risk Management and Insurance (preferred) or related fields, with strong Microsoft Office skills and a stated

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

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership potential

Team collaboration

Education

Undergraduate pursuing Risk Management & Insurance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Burns & Wilcox is seeking a 12-week summer internship in Metairie, LA, on-site, to develop business acumen, communication, and leadership skills through hands-on experience within our underwriting teams. The paid internship offers exposure to commercial, personal, or professional lines and interaction with executive leadership and peers.

Candidates should be undergraduates pursuing Risk Management and Insurance (preferred) or related fields, with strong Microsoft Office skills and a stated