Associate Degree Apprenticeship Program - Underwriting Associate - Atlanta, GA; Summer

Associate Degree Apprenticeship Program – Underwriting Associate – Atlanta, GA (Summer 2026)

Apply for the Associate Degree Apprenticeship Program – Underwriting Associate – Atlanta, GA (Summer 2026) role at Zurich North America
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Zurich is accepting resumes for our 2026 Apprentice Program. The program launches at the beginning of summer 2026, as early as June 16 through July 20.

Our innovative General Insurance Apprentice Program allows participants to simultaneously gain their first‑time higher education and the experience to launch a rewarding career in commercial insurance.

In our Atlanta office, apprentices will support our Middle Markets – Underwriting Account Service Associate Team with the following responsibilities:

• Servicing accounts through our end‑to‑end process
• Accessing and evaluating underwriting processes while implementing best practices
• Following instructions from underwriters in areas of policy rating and pricing
• Reviewing application of mandatory policy forms in relation to accounts
• Resolving inquiries from brokers, underwriters, and internal customers

The two‑year program offered in Atlanta combines targeted virtual coursework at Harper Community College with relevant work rotations at Zurich North America’s Atlanta, GA office. The ideal candidate is seeking a first‑time associate degree and has minimal college credits completed.

Apprentices who successfully complete this program will:

• Work in a paid, benefit‑eligible full‑time position at Zurich
• Earn a tuition‑free Associate in Applied Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Insurance (virtually at Harper College)
• Receive a Department of Labor Certificate of Apprenticeship
• Possess credentials and skills for today’s ever‑changing marketplace

• Work Monday/Wednesday/Friday
• School Tuesday/Thursday (40 hours per week)

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Professional work experience not required
• Must be enrolled and validated as college‑ready by Harper Community College Admissions (this is a separate application process that can take place concurrently to Zurich's application process)

• 1 or more years of work experience and/or leadership role in student activities and/or significant voluntary community service
• Interest in pursuing a career in the insurance industry
• Ability to balance multiple priorities between work and school deadlines
• Strong customer service skills
• Collaboration and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to communicate with impact
• High degree of self‑discipline and focus
• Attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate and work successfully in a team environment
• Intermediate computer skills, specifically Excel
• Ability to navigate learning and interactions in an online environment

As an entry‑level apprenticeship, the proposed hourly rate for this position is $19.24, with short‑term incentive bonus eligibility set at 5 %. Zurich is committed to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about our Total Rewards, please .

Zurich North America is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Zurich does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Any unsolicited resume will become the property of Zurich American Insurance. If you are a preferred vendor, please use our Recruiting Agency Portal for resume submission.

Location(s):
Remote Working:
Hybrid

Schedule:

Full Time Employment Sponsorship Offered:
No