Associate Degree Apprenticeship Program - Underwriting Associate
Zurich North America's 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 San Francisco, Los Angeles, or Denver office, apprentices will support our Middle Markets - 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 San Francisco, Los Angeles, or Denver 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 in a paid, benefit-eligible full-time position at ZurichWork 3x a week, School 2x a week, paid for all 40 hours / weekEarn 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 ApprenticeshipPossess credentials and skills for today's ever-changing marketplaceBasic qualifications include :
High School Diploma or equivalentProfessional work experience not requiredMust be enrolled and validated as college ready by Harper Community College AdmissionsPreferred qualifications include :
1 or more years of work experience and / or leadership role in student activities and / or significant voluntary community serviceInterest in pursuing a career in the insurance industryAbility to balance multiple priorities between work and school deadlinesStrong customer service skillsCollaboration and problem-solving skillsAbility to communicate with impactHigh degree of self-discipline and focusAttention to detailAbility to collaborate and work successfully in a team environmentIntermediate computer skills, specifically ExcelAbility to navigate learning and interactions in an online environmentAt Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. The proposed hourly range for this position is $21.16-$25.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 5%.
Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation.