Associate Degree Apprenticeship Program - Underwriting Associate Summer

Associate Degree Apprenticeship Program - Underwriting Associate - Multiple Locations (Summer 2026)

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.

About the program:

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, Chicago, Philadelphia, or New York City office Apprentices will support our Excess Casualty - Underwriting Account Service Associate Team with:

• 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, Chicago, Philadelphia, or New York City combines targeted virtual coursework at Harper Community College with relevant work rotations at Zurich North America’s local office. The ideal candidate is seeking a first-time associate degree and has minimal college credits completed.

Apprentices who successfully complete this two-year program will:

• Work 3x a week, School 2x a week, paid for all 40 hours/week
• 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

Basic Qualifications:

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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
• Collaboration and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate with impact
• High degree of self-discipline and focus
• 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

Compensation and general information:

At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including location, role, skill set, and level of experience. Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about Total Rewards, please . Additional rewards may include short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. Candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range will be considered based on experience, skills, and education.

The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The proposed hourly range for this position is $19.24-$24.04
, with a 5% short-term incentive bonus eligibility.

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. We are a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions with a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries and insure 90% of the Fortune 500.

Zurich is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants regardless of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on experience, skills, and education.

Location(s):
Remote Working:
Hybrid
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Schedule:

Full Time
• Employment Sponsorship Offered:
No

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