Underwriting Internship - AIR Chicago

Amwins; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Furnished housing in downtown Chicago

Intern dinners and events

Trip to Charlotte corporate office

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Amwins invites motivated students to join the Summer 2027 ASCS Intern Rotation (AIR) Program in Chicago, offering a 10-week, up-to-three-rotation experience. Interns work on real projects, gain exposure to underwriting, brokerage, data analytics, and more, with access to mentors and senior leaders.

You'll develop practical business skills, build a professional network, and participate in structured rotations, meetings, and events. Housing is provided, and the program is full-time and paid.

Qualifications

• Current students enrolled at an accredited college or university.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher recommended.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Interest in risk management, insurance, or business analytics.

Responsibilities

• Support teams with research, data analysis, reporting, and documentation.
• Apply classroom knowledge to real insurance, financial, and client-focused challenges.
• Contribute to projects that support ASCS programs and business objectives.
• Participate in meetings, professional development sessions, and networking opportunities.
• Build relationships with mentors, peers, and leaders across ASCS and Amwins.

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Team oriented

Initiative

Education

Pursuing college degree

Tools

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Summer 2027 Internship | Chicago, Illinois

10-week program

Full-time and paid

Up to 3 rotations

Build your career through real experience

Amwins Specialty Casualty Solutions (ASCS) is seeking motivated students for its Summer 2027 ASCS Intern Rotation (AIR) Program. AIR is an immersive internship designed for students who want meaningful work, broad exposure to the specialty insurance industry, and direct access to experienced professionals and senior leaders.

Over 10 weeks, interns will complete up to three business rotations selected based on their interests, skills, and business needs. Interns will contribute to active projects, develop practical business skills, and learn how different teams work together to create and manage specialty insurance programs.

About ASCS

ASCS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Amwins Group and an industry-leading specialty insurance program manager and product creator. Our team of approximately 80 employees manages more than 30 specialized programs representing over $1 billion in annual premium. We combine deep industry expertise, data-driven decision-making, innovative analytics, and proprietary technology to build solutions for complex risks.

Potential rotation areas

• Underwriting
• Brokerage
• Data Analytics
• Finance
• Accounting
• Operations
• Marketing
• Compliance
• Claims
• Reinsurance
• Actuarial
• Program Management

What you'll do

• Support teams with research, data analysis, reporting, documentation, and other business-critical work.
• Apply classroom knowledge to real insurance, financial, operational, and client-focused challenges.
• Contribute to projects that directly support ASCS programs and business objectives.
• Participate in team meetings, presentations, professional development sessions, and networking opportunities.
• Build relationships with mentors, peers, and leaders across ASCS and Amwins.

What you'll gain

• A practical understanding of specialty insurance and the functions that support a successful program business.
• Exposure to multiple career paths through structured rotations and hands‑on assignments.
• Strong analytical, communication, problem‑solving, collaboration, and presentation skills.
• Personal mentorship from experienced professionals and opportunities to connect with senior leaders and executives.
• A professional network of fellow interns and Amwins.

The AIR experience

• Private, furnished housing in downtown Chicago within walking distance of the office.
• Intern dinners, happy hours, and events throughout the summer.
• An all-expenses-paid trip to the Amwins corporate office in Charlotte, North Carolina.
• Participation in Amwins' broader intern programming, including professional development and community service opportunities.

Who we're looking for

• Current students enrolled at an accredited college or university.
• Students pursuing a degree in risk management and insurance, actuarial science, business, finance, accounting, economics, data analytics, marketing, or a related field.
• A recommended cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Curious, dependable, team-oriented candidates who take initiative and are eager to learn.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work full-time in Chicago for the duration of the 10‑week program.

Why Amwins?

At Amwins, we succeed together. Our culture is built around collaboration, mentorship, professional growth, inclusion, community involvement, and shared success. Interns are trusted to contribute from day one and are supported as they explore the industry, build confidence, and begin shaping their careers.

Amwins provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other status protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Pursuant to Illinois regulation, the compensation range for this position is as stated and includes eligibility for performance-based bonuses. $22 an hour

Pursuant to Illinois regulation, the compensation range for this position is as stated and includes eligibility for performance-based bonuses.

Illinois Pay Range: $22 USD - $22 USD