Underwriting Internship (Political Risk & Credit)

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Alexandria, VA, USA
In-Office
25-25 Hourly
Internship
Insurance • Financial Services
The Role
Underwriting interns assist with evaluating financial statements, credit reports, industry trends, and political risk profiles. They support new and renewal business underwriting, help determine coverage terms, analyze reports and industry data, and collaborate with claims, legal, and finance teams. The program provides mentorship, hands-on projects, and exposure to political risk insurance products, with a hybrid schedule requiring at least four days in the office weekly.
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MSIG USA continues to grow! 

Company Overview:

MSIG USA is the US-based subsidiary of MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings, Inc., one of the world’s top P&C carriers and a global Class 15 insurer, with A+ ratings and a reach that spans 40+ countries and regions. Leveraging our 350-year heritage, MSIG USA brings the financial strength, expertise, and global footprint to offer commercial insurance solutions that address your business’s unique risks.


Are you someone who loves to dive into details, analyze risks, and make informed decisions? Are you ready to gain hands-on experience in the exciting world of Political Risk Underwriting? This is your chance to join our innovative team and discover the dynamic field of insurance underwriting!


Who We Are: At MSIG USA, we’re passionate about empowering businesses and professionals by offering them the best insurance solutions. We are the US-based subsidiary of MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings, Inc., one of the world’s top Property &Casualty carriers, with A+ ratings and a reach that spans 40+ countries and regions. Leveraging our 350-year heritage, MSIG USA brings the financial strength, expertise, and global footprint to offer commercial insurance solutions that address your business’s unique risks.


Today, our organization is admitted in all P&C lines in all 50 states, as well as the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. As a US-based company with a global footprint, we cover the country with 10 offices across the United States and tap into many more experts in our sister companies around the globe. In the Americas, the MSIG network reaches from Canada to Brazil, with MSIG-affiliated companies like MSI Guaranteed Weather and MS Amlin providing access to a wide range of specialty products.


Now, we’re inviting curious, motivated, and analytical interns to join our underwriting team and learn the ropes of risk assessment, policy management, and much more!


What You’ll Do:

As an Underwriting Intern, you'll get hands-on experience and valuable exposure to a variety of Political Risk insurance products. You’ll be guided by industry experts, helping evaluate risk, craft policies, and make strategic decisions.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Risk Assessment and Analysis: Assist in evaluating financial statements, credit reports, and industry trends to assess the risk profiles of potential clients.
  • Underwriting Assistance: Support underwriting for new and renewal business in Political Risk insurance, helping determine coverage terms and conditions.
  • Data-Driven Decisions: Dive into reports, analyze industry data, and learn how political and financial insights influence underwriting strategies.
  • Collaborate with Experts: Work closely with teams in claims, legal, and finance to develop a well-rounded understanding of underwriting challenges and solutions.
  • Continuous Learning: Stay up-to-date with industry trends and gain the knowledge needed to build a successful career in underwriting.

Why Join Us?

  • Real-World Experience: Apply classroom knowledge to real underwriting challenges.
  • Mentorship: Learn from experienced underwriters who will help you build your skills and expertise.
  • Exciting Projects: Work on projects that matter, contributing to underwriting decisions that shape the business.
  • Fun, Collaborative Environment: We value your input and believe in fostering a fun, engaging workplace where learning never stops.

Who We’re Looking For:

  • Pursuing a degree and/or strong interest in Risk Management, Political Risk, International Relations, Business, or a related field.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a passion for understanding financial data.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Eagerness to learn and tackle challenges head-on.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Program Overview/Benefits:

  • Program Dates: June 7, 2027- August 13, 2027
  • 3 Day Induction: June 7 - June 9, 2027 (location, Warren, NJ)
  • Hybrid Schedule: Minimum 4 days in the office per week
  • Compensation: Hourly rate of $25.00

It's an exciting time for our company and a great opportunity to join a financially sound and growing global insurance group!  

It is the policy of MSIG USA to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, MSIG USA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Skills Required

  • Pursuing a degree and/or strong interest in Risk Management, Political Risk, International Relations, Business, or a related field
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Passion for understanding financial data
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
  • Eagerness to learn and tackle challenges head-on
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
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The Company
HQ: Tokyo
644 Employees

What We Do

MSIG USA is the partner that businesses rely on for creative, customized insurance solutions. Owned by a global P&C carrier with an A+ rating and a 300-year heritage, MSIG USA helps protect leading businesses across a wide range of industries. The company’s financial strength and deep capacity enable it to cover a wide range of risks and deliver responsive, personalized service through a nationwide team. MSIG USA is admitted in all P&C lines in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. MSIG USA is the marketing name used to refer to certain underwriting subsidiaries of MSIG Holdings (U.S.A.), Inc. (“MSIGH”), and its subsidiary companies. U.S. Companies Only: MSIG insurers are subsidiaries of Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Company, Limited, a member of MS & AD Insurance Group. MSIG refers to the insurers underwriting coverage: Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Company of America, Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance USA Inc. and MSIG Specialty Insurance USA Inc

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