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The Hartford · 1 month ago

Global Specialty Underwriting, Summer Associate - Financial Lines

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad

The Hartford is an insurance company that is committed to making a difference and helping others achieve their goals. They are offering a Global Specialty Emerging Underwriter Program for Summer Associates, which prepares college students for the specialty insurance market through a combination of learning, job shadowing, and networking opportunities.

Auto InsuranceCommercial InsuranceEmployee BenefitsFinanceFinancial ServicesInsuranceLife InsuranceProperty Insurance

Responsibilities

Assist team by performing tasks and business specific curriculum designed to gain an understanding of the insurance marketplace while providing information / research to the team

Achieve standards established for success in the program by completing daily assignments; plan and prioritize work activities to achieve desired results within necessary time frames

Actively participate by asking questions, volunteering answers, and assisting teammates as appropriate

Participate fully with the other Summer Associates on any group/team activities, as assigned by the manager or program leader

Effectively use online resources, automation tools, and computer software packages

Continuously develop and strengthen the skills required for success in the underwriting position

Qualification

Analytical thinkingRelationship buildingCommunication skillsMS Office SuiteEntrepreneurial spiritCompetitive natureTime managementPresentation skillsInterpersonal skillsSelf-motivation

Required

Students expecting to graduate with a bachelor's degree in Risk Management and Insurance, Business Administration, Finance and Accounting, Economics, Marketing, or Liberal Arts

Must have a record of high achievement, analytical thinking, self-motivation, relationship building and a solid work ethic

Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Ability to analyze and reason through complex problems and make sound recommendations in a fast-paced environment

High energy self-starter, good decision maker with an entrepreneurial spirit

Solid time management skills

Computer savvy, experience with MS office suite

Competitive nature and strong desire to win