Under frequent supervision, gain a broad understanding of the RLI business through real-world underwriting experience and on-the-job training.
Principal Duties & Responsibilities
· Collaborate and work closely with underwriters and management to support the underwriting operation.
· Analyze and interpret data from various systems and underwriting sources.
· Set-up submissions and prepare quotes for underwriters.
· Research and deliver investigative findings to underwriters and management.
· Complete project-based assignments as assigned.
· Participate in RLI Summer Internship program which is coordinated by our home office. All interns will have the opportunity to travel to our home office in Peoria, IL to network with interns from across the country and meet with and present to RLI leaders.
Education & Experience
Open to all majors. Strong preference toward candidates with a 3.0 GPA or higher.
Knowledge, Skills, & Competencies
· Ability to analyze and resolve basic issues utilizing critical thinking skills.
· Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with others.
· Demonstrates strong work ethic.
· Possesses relationship building skills.
· Possesses basic computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
· Demonstrates excellent customer service skills.
Who We're Looking ForInterns at RLI are some of the best and brightest in the industry. Our internships have been nationally recognized as a top 50 internship within the Insurance industry and was the highest rated company for providing high quality assignments. When recruiting the next generation of RLI employees, we look for candidates who have:- 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.
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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.
