RLI Insurance Company
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Reinsurance Accounting Intern (Peoria, IL Fall 2026 - Spring & Summer 2027)
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The Role
Year-round accounting intern supporting the Reinsurance Accounting team through data analysis, reporting, balance sheet and systems reconciliations, journal entries, financial statement review, and maintenance of reinsurance accounting transactions. The role provides hands-on training and requires collaboration, organization, analytical ability, accuracy, and effective communication. School-year hours are flexible and part-time, while summer hours are full-time in the Peoria, Illinois home office.
Summary Generated by Built In
About Us We’re not like other insurance companies. From our specialty products to our business model, our culture to our results — we’re different. Different is who we are, and how we work, interact, deliver and succeed together. At RLI, we're always looking to hire and develop tomorrow's leaders. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain the best talent from diverse backgrounds while promoting an environment where all viewpoints are valued and individuals feel respected, are treated fairly and have an opportunity to excel. Our unique internship program is a paid, hands-on learning experience that allows students to gain practical industry knowledge, network with RLI professionals in their field of interest, develop and refine skills, and build confidence in their abilities. RLI is a Glassdoor Best Places to Work company with a strong, successful background. For decades, our financial track record has been stellar — a testament to our culture and validation of our reputation as an excellent underwriting company. Our insurance subsidiaries are rated A+ “Superior” by AM Best company and A “Strong” by Standard & Poor’s. Check out our strong financial track record here.RLI's Accounting department is currently hiring for a year-round internship starting Fall 2026. This intern will assist with various accounting duties and projects in the Reinsurance Accounting area. This internship is available in our Peoria, IL home office. Work hours during the school year (12-15 hours per week) are flexible based on your school schedule. Work hours during the summer are full time (8:30-5:00, Monday-Friday).Position PurposeUnder frequent supervision, gain a broad understanding of the RLI business through a real-world experience and on-the-job training.Principal Duties & Responsibilities
Our Application Process
- Compile and analyze data for various reporting for both internal and external customers.
- Perform various balance sheet reconciliations.
- Perform various systems reconciliations.
- Journalize various transactions & review impact on financial statements.
- Maintain and update various transactions & entries in reinsurance accounting system
- Assist with other project/duties as needed.
- Sophomore, Junior, or Senior majoring in Accounting
- Minimum 3.0/4.0 cumulative GPA preferred
- Organized, detail-oriented, analytical, and problem solver
- Experience in Excel, solid grammar, and writing skills
- Demonstrated success in a classroom setting, and a desire to learn
- Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with others while working as part of a team
- Critical thinking/analytic skills
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work independently
- Integrity and reliability
- Technical accuracy
- General Internship: $20/hour
- IT & Underwriting: $22/hour
- Legal: $25/hour
- Actuarial: $22-$28/hour*
Our Application Process
- For those who get through the initial review, someone from our recruiting team will reach out for an initial phone call.
- Qualified candidates will receive an invitation for first-round interviews with the team (could be in-person or virtual depending on circumstances).
- Some internships may require a second-round interview in a similar format to the initial interview.
- If an offer is received and accepted, the final step is completing a brief background check consisting of criminal check, education verification, and reference.
- Typical intern hours are dependent on the time of year that an individual is working for RLI. 10-15 hours/week during the school year and 30+ hours/week during the summer.
Skills Required
- Currently a sophomore, junior, or senior majoring in Accounting
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Experience with Excel
- Solid grammar and writing skills
- Organized, detail-oriented, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
- Demonstrated success in a classroom setting and desire to learn
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively while working as part of a team
- Critical thinking and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently
- Integrity and reliability
- Technical accuracy
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The Company
What We Do
RLI is a U.S.-based specialty insurer that serves niche property, casualty and surety markets. We provide peace of mind to the customers we serve by safeguarding their assets and helping them manage risk. We hire smart, ethical people, make them owners of the business and give them the freedom to succeed. These are the principles that drive our success, and they’re the reasons we have been successful for more than 50 years. We believe in a different way of doing business and RLI is not what you’d expect from a typical insurance company. Our creative and collaborative workplace is cultivated by employee owners empowered to make good decisions for customers and the business. We have a reputation for niche expertise, superior service and an entrepreneurial culture. In the industry and among our peers, we’re known for: The best and brightest people in the industry who build strong relationships and provide outstanding service. An underwriting focus so we perform well in all market cycles. Our empowered, creative ownership culture. A customized approach to developing insurance products to meet very specific needs. Proven financial strength.
