Associate Degree Apprenticeship Program - Underwriting Associate - Dallas or Atlanta (Summer 2026)

Associate Degree Apprenticeship Program - Underwriting Associate - Dallas or Atlanta (Summer 2026)

Zurich is accepting resumes for our 2026 Apprentice Program, apply today! The program launches at the beginning of Summer 2026 as early as June 16th through July 20th.

About the program :

Our innovative General Insurance 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 Addison or Atlanta 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

Earn & Learn :

The two-year program offered in Addison, TX or Atlanta, GA 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 Zurich

Work M / W / F, School T / Th, paid for all 40 hours / week

Earn 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 Apprenticeship

Possess credentials and skills for today's ever-changing marketplace

Basic Qualifications :

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Professional work experience not required.
• Must be enrolled and validated as college ready by Harper Community College Admissions. This is a separate application process that can take place concurrently to Zurich's application process.

Preferred Qualifications :

At 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 $19.24-$20.20, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 5%.

Zurich in North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race / ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.