If you’re passionate about helping people protect what matters most to them, as well as innovating and simplifying processes and operations to provide the best customer value, then Nationwide’s Property and Casualty team could be the place for you!

　　Job Description Summary

　　Job Description

Our Team

　　Success on our team requires a blend of customer service skill and analytical prowess. There’s no shying away from challenges here. Each account we work on is complex and interesting. Satisfaction comes from finding solutions that provide the best coverage and give our partner agents a way to differentiate themselves from the competition. If you are adaptable, responsive, love customers and really want to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

　　Job Summary

　　A day in the life of an Associate Underwriter Intern might include:

　　Captures information from multiple sources, account to company guidelines to support underwritingReview individual risks for acceptability and handles those within authority, based on company guidelines and standards.Completes assigned Underwriting transactions and tasks within established time and service standard.Determines necessary steps to process work. Decides to accept, reject, or modify based on level of authorityConsults with agents and internal partners. Recommends opportunities for business development and service capabilitiesParticipates in the management of business performance as part of the underwriting team.* Geographic location is flexible.

About You

　　Education

　　High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience . Undergraduate studies in Insurance, Business Management, or a related field of studyCompletion of sophomore or junior year is preferredInvolvement in student activities and/or some work experience3.0 GPA or higher is desired

　　Skills/Competencies

　　Basic business policies, practices and procedures.General understanding of basic analytical and financial techniques preferred.Gathers information from multiple sources according to company guidelines, to support proper policy entry and underwriting analysis.Reviews individual risks for acceptability based on company underwriting guidelines and standards within authority that is provided.Ensures file handling quality and workflow efficiency. This will include completing assigned underwriting transactions and tasks within established time and service standards.Enters policies and runs reports for the underwriting file.Underwrite both new and renewal business accounts and endorsements in line with the letter of authority provided. Works cooperatively and builds strong working relationships with territory, field, claims, sales, and other associates to share and gather information necessary to complete work.Strengthens agency relationships through regular contact on underwriting matters, promoting profit and new business growth, renewal retention and service capabilities.  Smoke-Free Iowa Statement: Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company, its affiliates and subsidiaries comply with the Iowa Smokefree Air Act. Smoking is prohibited in all enclosed areas on or around company premises as well as company issued vehicles. The company offers designated smoking areas in which smoking is permitted at each individual location. The Act prohibits retaliation for reporting complaints or violations. For more information on the Iowa Smokefree Air Act, individuals may contact the Smokefree Air Act Helpline at 888-944-2247.