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Nationwide · 2 months ago

Summer 2026 Commercial Agribusiness Underwriting Intern

Iowa - Des Moines, 1100 Locust Street

Internship

Onsite

Intern

$23/hr - $50/hr

Start in 2026 Summer

Nationwide is a leader in the insurance and financial services industry in America. The Nationwide summer internship program is designed to empower interns, allowing them to forge a strong foundation for their career while participating in key business assignments. Interns will gain exposure to various departments and products, with a focus on Commercial Ag Underwriting.

BankingFinancial ServicesInsuranceLife Insurance

Responsibilities

Assisting in the ongoing administration and operation of key strategic product initiatives and programs, potentially including assisting in the development, analysis, and delivery of programs and product improvements

Learning about farm owner and commercial agribusiness products while experiencing and participating in the underwriting process and projects

Exposure to a variety of departments and products

The position will assist in evaluation and utilization of new AI tools to help reduce the amount of time it takes underwriters to document accounts

Leading a project to help increase efficiencies in the areas of underwriting, systems, and documentation

Qualification

Agricultural operations experienceMicrosoft Office proficiencyAnalytical skillsNetworking skillsProject prioritizationDetail orientedCommunication skills

Required

Pursuit of undergraduate degree or extensive coursework in Insurance, Agribusiness, Food Science, Business Management, Risk Management, Marketing, Economics, Finance or other related field desired

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Ability to prioritize multiple projects

Strong networking and relationship building skills

Analytical skills

Detail Oriented

Strong oral and written communication skills

Preferred

Junior status is preferred

Involvement in student activities and/or some work experience

Agricultural or farm operations familiarity or experience is desired

Benefits

Professional development sessions

Networking events

Collaborations with company leaders

Company

Nationwide

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Nationwide, a Fortune 100 company based in Columbus, Ohio, is one of the largest and strongest diversified insurance and financial services organizations in the United States.

Founded in 1925