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Western National Insurance Group / Umialik Insurance Company

Commercial Lines Underwriting Intern

Western National Insurance Group / Umialik Insurance Company, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127


Job Type

Internship

Description

Who are we?

Western National Insurance Group is a private mutual insurance company with over 120 years of experience serving customers' property-and-casualty insurance needs in the Midwestern, Northwestern, and Southwestern United States. Known as "The Relationship Company®," we define success as a measure of the relationships we have built over time. In everything that we do, we know that delivering a friendly and helpful interaction makes for a better experience for everyone involved. That is the power of "nice." At Western National, nice is something we work to bring to every person and organization with whom we partner and serve.

Does this interest you?

Western National is seeking a Commercial Lines Underwriting intern to join our team!

Are you looking to jump start your career in the Insurance Industry?Directly assisting the Underwriting team with a wide range of projects related to the writing of Commercial Insurance policiesWe ARE? The Relationship Company ®! We are successful because we differentiate ourselves through exceptional service and the customer experience. We are here for our policyholders and independent agents in their time of greatest need. Our super-regional footprint in the Midwest, northwest and Alaska extends our reach and expands our network.

Western National Intern Program Summary:

Western National provides a robust internship program designed for individuals aiming to acquire valuable experience in the insurance industry. This program not only offers practical, hands-on opportunities and project work in partnership with our underwriters; but interns will also have the opportunity to enhance their existing skill sets through a range of professional development activities, cultivate relationships with employees and fellow interns, and participate in impactful volunteer initiatives within the community.

Position Summary:

As our Underwriting Intern, you will be a key contributor not only within Underwriting Department, but across the office including departments such as Loss Control, Sales, and Claims. In addition to supporting our various teams, you will:

Learn about the Commercial Insurance industry, policy formation and agency partnershipsAssist with the growth of our Region by ensuring policies are issued correctlyHelp with ongoing projects that help better serve or insureds and agentsHave the opportunity to grow in both responsibilities and have access to potential growth and career opportunities in the insurance industryRequirements

What You'll Need to Succeed:

Completed two years of college preferredAbility to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail.Ability to follow established processes and procedures.Effective oral and written communication skills.Excellent time management skills.Intermediate experience with Word and Excel required.Compensation Overview:

The base pay offered for this position will be $22.00/hour.

More About Western National Mutual Insurance Company:

Western National is a growing, A+ rated group of property/casualty insurance companies serving individuals, families, and businesses in 20 states across the Midwest and Northwest U.S., including Alaska. Some of the recognitions we have received include:

2021 - 2024 Star Tribune Top WorkplaceWards Top 50 performing Property/Casualty Insurance Company - 15 consecutive years41st largest private company by revenue in Minnesota (Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal)Wellness by Design Platinum +Green Award (Hennepin County)

Western National has long been known as "The Relationship Company®" and caring for our employees is part of that relationship commitment. We value connectiveness, empowerment, and accountability, and we believe that our employees are our biggest asset. We also offer competitive pay, robust wellbeing programs, and a healthy work-life balance; and these attributes are just some of the reasons why half of our employees have chosen to stay with us for 10 or more years. ?Check out our website ( https://www.wnins.com/ ) for additional information about our company and the many reasons to work with Western National Insurance Group.

Western National provides employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.