Underwriting Internship Program

CNA; New Providence (NJ); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

CNA in New York City invites you to join its Underwriting Summer Internship Program, a dynamic 10-12 week training experience designed to build hands-on underwriting skills.

Interns are paired with a manager and work on real assignments in Commercial Property & Casualty or Specialty Lines (Management Liability, Cyber). The program blends in-office days with one remote day, and offers learning sessions, development activities, and potential full-time placement after graduation.

Qualifications

• Must be a sophomore or higher standing.
• Expected graduation between Dec 2027 and May 2029, open to all majors.
• Insurance, Risk Management, Finance or related degrees preferred.
• GPA of 3.25 or higher preferred.
• Interest in the Insurance Industry.
• Familiarity with the Actuarial exam process.
• Ability to learn quickly and work both independently and in a team.
• Strong organization and project management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Analytical problem solving and adaptability.
• Leadership ability is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Learning sessions covering topics related to the insurance industry.
• Professional and personal development activities including broker meetings and shadow activities.
• Data gathering, account preparation, and analysis exercises; presenting findings.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Teamwork

Adaptability

Relationship building

Insurance industry interest

GPA 3.25+

Education

Sophomore standing

Insurance

Risk Management

Finance

Expected graduation Dec 2027 - May 2029

Job description

About CNA

You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential. CNA is one of the country’s largest writers of commercial insurance, backed by more than 125 years of experience. We offer unique expertise for the businesses we serve, allowing us to anticipate customers’ needs and provide quality products and services that help prevent and minimize loss. At CNA, we pride ourselves on promoting a culture that challenges and engages people, and offers them the chance to expand their expertise and develop their careers. CNA’s Underwriting Summer Internship Program is a dynamic 10-12 week training program (summer 2027) that provides hands‑on Underwriting experience and unique opportunities in the insurance industry. This program gives each intern their own manager and practical Underwriting assignments to gain real‑world experience. Works in a business area on projects and other activities which support the business, and may perform other duties related to the internship. Interns can be placed in one of the following areas within the Actuarial organization Commercial Property & Casualty Lines or Specialty Lines (Management Liability, Cyber): Our internships are based out of our New York City office (1166 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY) and work a hybrid schedule typically consisting of 4 days in office and one day optional remote.

Program Features and Benefits

• Learning sessions covering various topics related to the insurance industry.
• Professional and personal development activities which may include attending broker meetings, job shadow activities, data gathering and account preparation, account review and analysis exercises, public speaking, and preparing a presentation.
• Consideration for potential full‑time placement upon graduation.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Must have at least sophomore standing.
• Expected graduation date between Dec 2027 - May 2029 Open to all majors.
• Insurance & Risk Management, Finance or other related degrees preferred.
• GPA of 3.25 or higher preferred.
• Interest in the Insurance Industry.
• Must be familiar with the Actuarial exam process.
• Ability to learn quickly, work both independently and as part of a team, and cultivate and maintain positive business relationships.
• Strong organization and project management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Effective problem solving, analytical aptitude, and ability to embrace change.
• Demonstrated leadership ability a plus.

Compensation

In certain jurisdictions, CNA is legally required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. In District of Columbia, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York and Washington, the national base pay range for this job level is $35,000 to $65,000 annually. Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location.

Benefits

CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees - and their family members - achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social well‑being goals. For a detailed look at CNA’s benefits, please visit cnabenefits.com.

CNA utilizes AI-enabled technology during the recruiting process. For more information, please visit our careers page. CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [e-mail]

Company Culture and Values

At CNA, we are focused on success, individually and collectively. We pride ourselves on promoting a culture that challenges and engages people. We strive to connect people, departments and business areas, to function as a team, and to serve our customers and communities with professionalism and respect. Our dedication to employee engagement, continuous learning and the open exchange of ideas is the cornerstone of our business. These ideals, combined with our focus on the customer, enable us to explore new market opportunities and build on our success. Our values, culture and financial strength are what differentiates us from other employers and make CNA the place you want to work. At CNA, we are committed to advancing a culture of inclusion – one that attracts talent from all walks of life, fosters respect and collaboration, and enables all of our colleagues to do their best work. At CNA, we have a long standing commitment to the diverse communities in which we live and work. We actively make a difference for the greater good through partnerships, sustainability, initiatives, and working together for a better tomorrow. Corporate Social Responsibility is not one person, or one department, it's the entire enterprise coming together to make the world a better place.