Remote Summer Intern: Operations & Underwriting

About Berkley Specialty Excess (BSE)

Berkley Specialty Excess (BSE) was founded in 2023 as a member company of W.R. Berkley Corporation. It is an excess and surplus lines commercial insurance carrier that provides coverages for mid‑market companies with hard‑to‑place, specialized risks, including environmental (excess and primary), excess energy, and excess general casualty. These risks involve moderate to high degrees of hazard and require highly negotiated terms to meet buyer’s needs.

Distribution of products is limited to industry‑specialized brokers, wholesale for all products, and large retail brokers for environmental and energy products.

This internship provides training with key team members and participation in the servicing of new and renewal underwriting accounts to support the development and retention of BSE business. It lasts approximately 10 weeks and requires strong analytical skills applied to learning all aspects of evaluation and pricing in accordance with service standards, objectives, and underwriting guidelines.

• Service new and renewal business in accordance with service standards, objectives, and underwriting guidelines.
• Work independently in a remote or hybrid‑based in‑person schedule throughout the summer months.
• Perform ad‑hoc financial analysis as needed to support business partners.
• Complete additional duties as assigned.

• Interest in enhancing classroom learning through practical career‑related work experience within the industry.
• Career interest in Underwriting and Excess and Surplus Lines.
• Ability to assess priorities and manage deadlines effectively.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational skills.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.

• Pursuit of a bachelor’s degree with a focus in Risk Management and Insurance or another applicable major (preferred).
• Rising Junior or Senior (preferred).
• GPA of 3.0 and above required.

The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer.