Berkley Southwest offers commercial property and casualty products and services through independent agents in Arizona, Arkansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas. We maintain a strong local presence in each of our markets, keeping underwriting and support close to the customer.

 

Now more than ever, financial strength is critical to a successful, long term insurance relationship. Berkley Southwest is a member company of W. R. Berkley Corporation, a Fortune 500 company, whose insurance company subsidiaries are rated A+ (Superior) by A.M. Best.  #

 

This position will be based in our Irving, TX, San Antonio, TX or Little Rock, AR offices 3 days a week on site.  #LI-hybrid, #LI-LD1, #LI-Intern

 

The company is an equal opportunity employer.

 

 

As an Underwriting Intern, you will apply your talents in the fundamental principles of underwriting commercial lines insurance policies. Participants will gain an understanding of the underwriting thought process and learn to utilize underwriting guidelines, procedures, rating manual rules and insurance laws/regulations. 

 

The Berkley Southwest (BSW) 10-week framework ensures that interns not only get a comprehensive understanding of Berkley Southwest's insurance operations but also feel engaged and prepared to contribute effectively in their future careers.

 

Interns are provided the opportunity to work on innovative projects and gain experience through various of departments: including underwriting, claims, marketing and actuarial. During their final week of their internship, students present their findings and recommendations to Berkley Southwest's management team.

What you need to have:

• Must be enrolled in accredited University pursing a bachelor’s degree in risk management or business-related field and complete 50 hours of credit toward graduation.
• Must be available to commit to a 10-week internship (work hours: 3 days a week).
• Internships offered at various BSW locations (Little Rock, AR - 2 openings; Irving, TX - 1 opening and San Antonio, TX - 1 opening).

Please note, internships are planned for employment start dates in Summer 2026.

We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies or firms.

The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees.

The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.

Sponsorship not Offered for this Role