Internship Claims Associate

Are you looking for an internship where you will work with a group of dynamic insurance professionals who are committed to social responsibility, making workplaces safe, and making a difference? If so, consider building your skills and starting your career with AF Group!

Our Claims Internship program provides opportunities to work closely with a group of claims mentors that will guide you through learning about Worker’s Compensation Claims.  Interns will gain exposure to agents, policyholders, health care providers, claimants, attorney and other AF Group staff and customers, as directed by business needs.

Working with AF Group or one of our brands is more than a job. It is a career at one of the most dynamic, innovative and successful workers' compensation companies in the nation.

Voted a "Best Place to Work" by Business Insurance Magazine for the past 10 years, our culture is one of innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement, all focused around our customers. AF Group and its subsidiaries carry a long-standing reputation for having a positive workplace culture that includes open communication and a commitment to inclusion and innovation. We have created an exceptional environment that provides strong compensation and benefits including tuition support and flexible work schedules.

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JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Performs duties related to the major functional areas of our business which may include Insurance Claims, Loss Control, Business Development, and Underwriting
• Works on projects tied to our Claim Center of Excellence (the Claim CoE was formed with the mission of designing and executing on targeted claim strategies and initiatives to propel our claim organization to that next level of differentiation.)
• Prepares and delivers presentation(s) on assigned topic(s).
• Attends unit, departmental, and corporate meetings as assigned.
• Shows learning and both personal and professional growth and understanding of responsibilities.
• Gains an understanding of how company and business works.
• Shows punctuality, professionalism, and a positive attitude when completing assignments.
• Manages multiple deadlines.
• Completes miscellaneous assignments as assigned.
• Uses company software applications to complete assignments.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Responds to internal and external customer inquiries.
• This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required.

EMPLOYMENT QUALIFICATIONS:

• Have status as a sophomore, junior or senior as of the end of the spring term (or be enrolled in an applicable graduate program).
• Hold a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better as of the most recent grading period.
• Be able to work full-time during normal business hours for this summer.
• Be available to begin employment between late-May and mid-June.

EDUCATION OR EQUIVALENT EXPERIENCE: Currently enrolled and active in any educational degree program that aligns with our various businesses.

EXPERIENCE: With proper education credentials no experience necessary. Previous work experience preferred.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES (SKA) REQUIRED:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent working knowledge of computers and company standard software; Internet research experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to proofread documents for spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Ability to perform necessary mathematical computations.
• Ability to comprehend consequences of various situations and make appropriate individuals aware of same for decision making.
• Ability to exchange information clearly and concisely and to present ideas, report facts and other information.
• Ability to establish workflows, manage multiple projects and meet necessary deadlines while maintaining composure during stressful situations occurring as a result of workloads and/or deadlines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is anticipated to be performed as a combination of both onsite and remote in your private home office setting.
• The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimal skills and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this position description. The qualifications should not be viewed as absolute standards, but as general guidelines that should be considered with other position-related criteria.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity is valued and we will not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any form. Candidates for the position stated above are hired on an "at will" basis. Nothing herein is intended to create a contract.

The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum education, experience, skills, knowledge and ability levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description. 

Actual compensation decision relies on the consideration of internal equity, candidate’s skills and professional experience, geographic location, market and other potential factors. It is not standard practice for an offer to be at or near the top of the range, and therefore a reasonable estimate for this role is between $17 and $33. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Diversity is valued and we will not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any form. Candidates for the position stated above are hired on an "at will" basis.  Nothing herein is intended to create a contract.