About the role#
Auto-Owners Insurance is hiring a Claims Representative Intern for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, paid position based on-site in Forest, Virginia. You will gain experience in the insurance industry by participating in a structured training program with employee mentoring.
What you'll do#
- Investigate and assemble facts to determine policy coverage.
- Evaluate the amount of loss and analyze legal liability.
- Handle investigations through phone calls, mail, and on-site visits.
- Work toward the resolution of claims, including attending arbitrations, mediations, depositions, or trials.
- Ensure claims payments are issued accurately and on time.
- Study insurance policies, endorsements, and forms to build your knowledge.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in college as an incoming junior or senior.
- Pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or Criminal Justice.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to organize and interpret data.
- Capacity to manage multiple assignments and resolve complex issues.
- Detail-oriented approach to your work.
Location & details#
- Location: Forest, VA.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: $20 per hour with bonus eligibility.
- Additional benefits: Paid holidays and paid time off.
- Note: You must be able to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.
About Auto-Owners Insurance
Auto-Owners Insurance provides life, home, car, and business insurance through a network of independent agents. The company operates as a privately held organization and has been in business since 1916. It maintains its headquarters in Lansing, Michigan. The firm employs over 5,700 people and appears on the Fortune 500 list.
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