Associate Degree Apprenticeship Program - Underwriting Associate - LA, SF, or Denver (Summer 2026)

Zurich North America’s Apprentice Program

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  San Francisco, Los Angeles, or Denver  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 San Francisco, Los Angeles, or Denver 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 :

Basic Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

The compensation indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The proposed hourly range for this position is $21.16-$25.00, with short-term incentive bonus eligibility set at 5%.

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

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.

Location(s) :

Remote Working : Hybrid

Schedule : Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered :  No

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