Underwriting Trainee, International

CNA Insurance; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The CNA Insurance Underwriting Trainee Program offers a hands-on path with built-in skills development, mentoring, and exposure to multiple lines of business. This hybrid role works from CNA’s Chicago, IL offices and supports your growth within the underwriting discipline.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree (minimum 3.0 GPA preferred), strong analytical and sales aptitude, and legal work authorization in the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with GPA 3.0+ strongly preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Interest in underwriting and insurance basics.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing applications and risk assessments.
• Participate in pricing decisions and policy selection.
• Support managers in handling new and renewal business.
• Engage in training modules, hands-on projects, and mentorship within the program.

Skills

Underwriting concepts

Analytical thinking

Sales aptitude

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

CNA’s Underwriting Trainee Program offers a rewarding career path for individuals interested in working for a company that provides hands‑on experience and unique opportunities. As an Underwriting Trainee, you will have access to professional skills development, productivity courses and much more. Our curriculum provides:

• Instruction in insurance basics; underwriting, professional, sales and marketing skills.
• Technical training within discipline(s) and deeper knowledge of the broader industry.
• A combination of on-the-job and virtual training.
• Exposure to multiple lines of business and industry segments through a formal mentoring program.
• Instructor‑led training, testing, self‑study courses, Web‑based training and practical application.
• A working relationship with critical enterprise‑wide support functions.
• A unique opportunity to interact with senior leadership.

We offer an opportunity for you to work with other underwriting, risk control and claim consultants to meet the evolving insurance needs of our clients. CNA’s underwriters are responsible for selecting and pricing risks that have profit potential. The process requires underwriters to evaluate a business by reviewing industry, business, and government data, then deciding whether to accept or decline the risk. The underwriter is also responsible for pricing, as well as maintaining a steady flow of new and renewal business. Our effective career pathing programs, including our leadership tracks, offer you the opportunity to grow your career at CNA. This position will work on a hybrid schedule from our offices in Chicago, IL.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Commitment to develop knowledge and understanding of underwriting.
• Strong sales aptitude.
• Effective analytical and problem‑solving skills, good verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to learn rapidly.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence, overcome obstacles, and develop positive business relationships.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

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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. CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees – and their family members – achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals. For a detailed look at CNA’s benefits, please visitcnabenefits.com.

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