Intern, Commercial Lines

About the Role

Encova Insurance has again been recognized as a RISE Elite Top 50 internship program, making this our sixth year in a row! Rising Insurance Star Executives (RISE) is the voice of young professionals who are looking for ways to share their innovative ideas and spread a new message about who the insurance industry is. As an intern at Encova Insurance you will be part of a dynamic, results-driven team and learn to manage real world situations alongside Encova associates. Our successful internship program attracts students from across our region and our diverse opportunities ensure that our interns are provided with a wide range of learning possibilities!

Encova is only able to employ associates who reside and work within specific U.S. states. Our current policies are based on the laws in states in which we are registered for payroll. Our current footprint includes: Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin.

Job Objective

The Intern will perform tasks, projects and research in support of functional areas with underwriting and the underwriting office. The objective is to provide meaningful and impactful support to the business teams. Will also be exposed to different areas within the company to gain a broad understanding of insurance.

Essential Functions

• Opportunities with corporate and regional underwriting teams.
• Perform routine transactional activities on non-complex risks and established accounts following established procedures.
• Assist in issuance, assembly and other support of policies based on the strategy at the direction and guidance of the manager in underwriting.
• Field routine service and research project requests, referring more complex issues.
• Ensure accurate and timely servicing of accounts and projects.

Other Functions

• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be currently enrolled and have completed at least 60 credit hours with an accredited college or university.
• This is a full-time summer internship and will require someone who can work at least 40 hours per week. Start and end dates will be based on availability and business need.
• Preference may be given to those pursuing a degree in Business Administration and/or Finance.
• Good computer skills.
• Proficient in Excel.
• Good communication skills.
• Responsiveness to customer needs.
• Ability to work well with both internal and external customers.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Must be detailed oriented.
• Ability to work as an outstanding team member and perform based on established standards and expectations.

What You Can Expect From Us

An internship at Encova is a great way to jump-start your career. Our award-winning, structured summer intern program offers:

• Competitive compensation
• An introduction to the insurance industry through authentic work experiences
• Networking opportunities with industry professionals
• Flexible start and end dates
• Community involvement and volunteer opportunities

Through our collaborative team structure, we find professional and personal growth. We never stop learning and always seek to improve ourselves. Our commitment to growth makes us a winning organization and an ideal place for interns.