Early Careers: Underwriting Internship Affinity

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Aon is looking for 2023 Summer Interns to join our Affinity Underwriting Internship Program! As part of an industry-leading team, Aon Summer Interns help empower results for our clients by delivering innovative and effective solutions.  Availability in various locations, see below:  Available Locations: Chicago, IL This is a unique opportunity for rising college Seniors to learn, contribute, and gain real-world work experience in a collaborative environment. Interns have the chance to learn more about Aon’s culture and businesses while developing practical skills necessary for future success and postgraduate opportunities. The program equips interns with an understanding of working in an environment dedicated to exceeding client expectations and delivering products and services distinct to unique client needs. Affinity is a leading provider of specialty insurance solutions with decades of experience in the design, administration, marketing, underwriting, broking, and delivery of customized programs to a variety of professional, small & medium enterprise and consumer markets.  Through sponsor partnerships with 300 plus corporate and association clients, we add value to their member, customer, and affiliate relationships.  Affinity’s 1,400 colleagues across 15 offices place more than $4.4 billion USD in premium on behalf of 34 million customers through 18,000 active broker distributors.  We partner with many leading insurance companies as their managing general underwriter. 10-week paid program in offices throughout the U.S.Challenging work on significant client projectsWeekly global roundtables with leadersOne on one Internship mentoringFormal and informal feedback throughout the programPlanned social outingsCommunity service activity During this 10 week internship, Affinity Underwriting Interns will work directly with underwriters to analyze, select risks and price accordingly. Interns will also work directly with internal brokers to gain insight into client relationship skills.  The goal of the internship is to impart, via formal training and hands on experience, a meaningful introduction to the vigor of helping clients protect their financial assets and interests via risk transfer and management.   A Typical Day Could Include:Be exposed to and learn the essentials of insurance (risk, perils, hazards, risk transfer and management, etc.) from an underwriting mentor.Benefit from specific product training sessions.Learn to analyze applications/submissions Generate a risk analysis of existing Affinity client or prospective client.Prepare provisional quotes for review and approval by your underwriting mentor.  Review, contrast and compare policy forms and prepare coverage summaries.Evaluate available data and create benchmarking reports.Work closely within the assigned Affinity business unit attending team meetings learning client relationship management and sales skills.Attend claims review meetings and become familiar with the loss management processParticipate in strategy sessions with Affinity marketing department as promotional campaigns are developed and implemented.  Conduct informational interviews with colleagues to gain a better understanding of diverse professions within the given business unit and Affinity and thereby initiate a network of colleagues at all levels of the organization.Work to contribute to and execute a group project with fellow Affinity Interns and actively participate in a formal presentation. What We ValueAbility to work in teams and cultivate relationshipsAnalytical thinking and problem solvingAdaptabilityIntellectual curiosityExcellent verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated leadership or initiative at school, work and/or community Preferred QualificationsCurrent Juniors with an expected graduation date of December 2023 - June 2024Overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above at the time of application and start dateALL MAJORS ACCEPTED!  Insurance, Risk management, Finance, Business, Accounting, and Economics degrees preferred.Unrestricted U.S. work authorization is required for U.S. office locations. We do not offer sponsorship for this position – CPT and OPT are restricted forms of work authorization.Diversity MattersAffinity believes that diversity and inclusion are vitally important.  In this dynamic marketplace we are committed to providing opportunities in an Aon United team environment whereby each colleague may bring their unique abilities to the given Affinity business unit to the benefit of the client. What’s Next?We will review application submissions on a rolling basis. You will be contacted only if you are selected for a first-round interview. The first-round interview will consist of virtual, on-demand video interview.   A Value Adding Program Development Plan (Curriculum)In addition to on the job training, our interns actively participate, along with their fellow intern colleagues, in a formal Development Plan. This provides interns:An understanding of the basic functions and types of clients within Aon’s businessesAn understanding of Aon’s ethical standardsTraining geared toward enabling interns to demonstrate an ability to work in a professional business environmentOpportunities to network with fellow peers, Aon colleagues and executive leadership at program social events and interactive speaker forumsOpportunities to learn and utilize Aon’s internal systemsOpportunities to demonstrate interpersonal and team building skills through many networking events An Opportunity to Explore Post Graduation Career Path OpportunitiesThe goal of the Aon Summer Internship Program is to give students significant exposure to Aon through project deliverables, continuing education and a training curriculum. The program also provides students with an excellent opportunity to learn and prepare for post‐graduate career opportunities at Aon. Upon successful completion of the Aon Summer Internship Program, highly qualified interns may be offered post-graduation full‐time positions within the Launch Program, Aon’s Early Career Development Program.  How we support our colleagues  In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself.  We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.   Aon provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.  Aon is committed to a diverse workforce and is an affirmative action employer. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.  We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation on ReasonableAdjustments@Aon.com Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.  #LI-HYBRID#AonInternUS  2519459,qualifications:UNAVAILABLE,responsibilities:Aon is looking for 2023 Summer Interns to join our Affinity Underwriting Internship Program! As part of an industry-leading team, Aon Summer Interns help empower results for our clients by delivering innovative and effective solutions.  Availability in various locations, see below:  Available Locations: Chicago, IL This is a unique opportunity for rising college Seniors to learn, contribute, and gain real-world work experience in a collaborative environment. Interns have the chance to learn more about Aon’s culture and businesses while developing practical skills necessary for future success and postgraduate opportunities. The program equips interns with an understanding of working in an environment dedicated to exceeding client expectations and delivering products and services distinct to unique client needs. Affinity is a leading provider of specialty insurance solutions with decades of experience in the design, administration, marketing, underwriting, broking, and delivery of customized programs to a variety of professional, small & medium enterprise and consumer markets.  Through sponsor partnerships with 300 plus corporate and association clients, we add value to their member, customer, and affiliate relationships.  Affinity’s 1,400 colleagues across 15 offices place more than $4.4 billion USD in premium on behalf of 34 million customers through 18,000 active broker distributors.  We partner with many leading insurance companies as their managing general underwriter. 10-week paid program in offices throughout the U.S.Challenging work on significant client projectsWeekly global roundtables with leadersOne on one Internship mentoringFormal and informal feedback throughout the programPlanned social outingsCommunity service activity During this 10 week internship, Affinity Underwriting Interns will work directly with underwriters to analyze, select risks and price accordingly. Interns will also work directly with internal brokers to gain insight into client relationship skills.  The goal of the internship is to impart, via formal training and hands on experience, a meaningful introduction to the vigor of helping clients protect their financial assets and interests via risk transfer and management.   A Typical Day Could Include:Be exposed to and learn the essentials of insurance (risk, perils, hazards, risk transfer and management, etc.) from an underwriting mentor.Benefit from specific product training sessions.Learn to analyze applications/submissions Generate a risk analysis of existing Affinity client or prospective client.Prepare provisional quotes for review and approval by your underwriting mentor.  Review, contrast and compare policy forms and prepare coverage summaries.Evaluate available data and create benchmarking reports.Work closely within the assigned Affinity business unit attending team meetings learning client relationship management and sales skills.Attend claims review meetings and become familiar with the loss management processParticipate in strategy sessions with Affinity marketing department as promotional campaigns are developed and implemented.  Conduct informational interviews with colleagues to gain a better understanding of diverse professions within the given business unit and Affinity and thereby initiate a network of colleagues at all levels of the organization.Work to contribute to and execute a group project with fellow Affinity Interns and actively participate in a formal presentation. What We ValueAbility to work in teams and cultivate relationshipsAnalytical thinking and problem solvingAdaptabilityIntellectual curiosityExcellent verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated leadership or initiative at school, work and/or community Preferred QualificationsCurrent Juniors with an expected graduation date of December 2023 - June 2024Overall cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above at the time of application and start dateALL MAJORS ACCEPTED!  Insurance, Risk management, Finance, Business, Accounting, and Economics degrees preferred.Unrestricted U.S. work authorization is required for U.S. office locations. We do not offer sponsorship for this position – CPT and OPT are restricted forms of work authorization.Diversity MattersAffinity believes that diversity and inclusion are vitally important.  In this dynamic marketplace we are committed to providing opportunities in an Aon United team environment whereby each colleague may bring their unique abilities to the given Affinity business unit to the benefit of the client. What’s Next?We will review application submissions on a rolling basis. You will be contacted only if you are selected for a first-round interview. The first-round interview will consist of virtual, on-demand video interview.   A Value Adding Program Development Plan (Curriculum)In addition to on the job training, our interns actively participate, along with their fellow intern colleagues, in a formal Development Plan. This provides interns:An understanding of the basic functions and types of clients within Aon’s businessesAn understanding of Aon’s ethical standardsTraining geared toward enabling interns to demonstrate an ability to work in a professional business environmentOpportunities to network with fellow peers, Aon colleagues and executive leadership at program social events and interactive speaker forumsOpportunities to learn and utilize Aon’s internal systemsOpportunities to demonstrate interpersonal and team building skills through many networking events An Opportunity to Explore Post Graduation Career Path OpportunitiesThe goal of the Aon Summer Internship Program is to give students significant exposure to Aon through project deliverables, continuing education and a training curriculum. The program also provides students with an excellent opportunity to learn and prepare for post‐graduate career opportunities at Aon. Upon successful completion of the Aon Summer Internship Program, highly qualified interns may be offered post-graduation full‐time positions within the Launch Program, Aon’s Early Career Development Program.  How we support our colleagues  In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself.  We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.   Aon provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status.  Aon is committed to a diverse workforce and is an affirmative action employer. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.  We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. 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Aon PLC.
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