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

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

Zurich North America’s Apprentice Program invites applicants to join the 2026 cohort, launching in early Summer 2026 (June 16th – July 20th). The program offers a two‑year pathway that integrates virtual coursework at Harper Community College with hands‑on rotations in our Atlanta office, giving participants a first‑time associate degree and a solid foundation for a career in commercial insurance.

• Service accounts through the end‑to‑end process.
• Access and evaluate underwriting processes while implementing best practices.
• Follow instructions from underwriters for policy rating and pricing.
• Review the application of mandatory policy forms in relation to accounts.
• Resolve inquiries from brokers, underwriters, and internal customers.

The apprenticeship combines targeted virtual courses at Harper Community College with professional experience in Zurich’s Atlanta office. The ideal candidate seeks a first‑time associate degree and has minimal college credits.

• Upon successful completion:
  Paid, benefit‑eligible full‑time position at Zurich
  .
• Work schedule:
  
  M/W/F, School T/Th, 40 hours/week.
• 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.
• Develop credentials and skills for today’s evolving marketplace.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Professional work experience not required.
• Must be enrolled and validated as college‑ready by Harper Community College Admissions (separate application process).

• 1+ 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, collaboration, problem‑solving, communication, self‑discipline, attention to detail, and teamwork skills.
• Intermediate computer skills, especially Excel.
• Comfort navigating learning and interactions in an online environment.

Hourly rate: $19.24. Short‑term incentive bonus eligibility: 5%. Geographic differentials are not factored into the posted rate.

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

Hybrid remote working. Full‑time schedule. Employment sponsorship not offered.