2025 Summer Intern Program- Claims Intern, Berkeley Heights, NJ

Job Description

Our Summer Internship Program is a paid, ten-week program that offers students the opportunity to obtain firsthand insight into the insurance business. Every day you'll learn and develop your skills but you'll also have a clear and supportive path ahead of you. You'll gain the confidence to take on real projects, build your network and learn from senior leaders across our business.

Program Elements Include

• Classroom and On The Job Training
• Weekly Lunch and Learn Series with Senior Leaders
• Formal Mentor Program
• Presentations from Major Brokerage Partners
• Teambuilding and Social Activities; including Community Service Event
• Industry based Group Project
  
  

Participants in the Westfield Specialty Summer Intern Program are immersed in the day-to-day operations of a fast-moving, growing insurance company. You will gain valuable, hands-on experience and insurance industry knowledge during the 10-week program. As a summer intern you will work side-by-side with industry leaders on dynamic projects that provide ample opportunity for challenges, learning and achievement. At Westfield Specialty, we are proud to emphasize the education and development for the future leaders of the insurance industry.

2025 Summer Intern Program Openings

• Alpharetta, GA: Underwriting
• Berkeley Heights, NJ: Claims, IT, Operations
• Chicago, IL:, IT, Underwriting
• New York, NY: Actuary, HR, Marketing, Underwriting
  
  

For those who excel in the program, we would welcome the opportunity to discuss full-time employment opportunities at Westfield Specialty after graduation as part of our Trainee Program.

As Part Of Our Internship Program You Will Receive

• Targeted business training designed to help you refine your professional skills and acumen critical to the success of Westfield professionals;
• Technical training to deepen your skill level within your chosen discipline; and an understanding of the broader insurance industry;
• Access to additional training to compliment your professional development.
• Opportunity to expand your professional network with talented insurance professionals
  
  

Responsibilities

• Assists the business unit in completing the tasks assigned to them, which often includes, but is not limited to, project work and covering the day-to-day operations of the business unit.
• Participates in training programs, workshops, and on-the-job learning opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills related to the field or industry of the internship.
• Participates in summer internship program events, including Lunch and Learns.
• Completes assigned tasks and projects efficiently and effectively, following instructions and guidelines provided by supervisors or mentors.
• Conducts research, gathers data, and analyzes information relevant to the internship focus or assigned projects.
• Takes responsibility for administrative and support tasks of the department.
• Collaborates with colleagues, supervisors, and other stakeholders to effectively communicate progress, challenges, and ideas, and actively participates in team meetings or discussions.
• Works on projects that provide opportunity to collaborate with other interns as well as associates in other departments, ranging from data analysis to mentors.
• Identifies and resolves issues or challenges that arise during the internship, demonstrating problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to finding solutions.
• Demonstrates professionalism, punctuality, and a strong work ethic by being reliable, responsible, and maintaining a positive attitude towards assigned responsibilities.
• Develops business skills in communication and shadowing other professionals.
• Maintaining accurate records, documenting progress, and preparing reports or presentations as required by the internship program or supervisors.
• Attends business unit meetings as assigned and creates and delivers presentations.
• Seeks feedback from supervisors or mentors, actively seeking opportunities for improvement, and applying learning to enhance performance throughout the internship.
• For field roles, only: Expected to drive/travel at least 25% of working time to perform essential functions. This may involve traveling on short notice or other daily driving duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Currently matriculated students enrolled at a 4 year college or university pursuing either a Bachelors or Masters degree (required)
• Strong GPA preferred (Minimum GPA of 3.2 required)
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Leadership experience through work or involvement in community service, athletics, clubs, or other activities preferred
• Technically adept/digitally savvy
• Ability to be onsite in office 4 days a week
  
  

This is a paid internship. Intern will be paid on an hourly basis at the rate of $25/hour.

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