2027 Group Benefit Solutions (GBS)… at New York Life · Overland…

Summary: New York Life is committed to delivering comprehensive insurance and absence management solutions for mid-sized and large companies. The Underwriting Summer Internship Program provides an opportunity for rising seniors to gain hands-on experience in insurance underwriting while developing analytical and quantitative skills in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:
- Participate in structured training sessions to build a foundational understanding of Group Benefits underwriting principles, products, and risk evaluation
- Partner with an experienced underwriter through one-on-one mentorship while engaging with senior leaders and expanding your professional network
- Analyze real underwriting cases by assessing risk factors and contributing to pricing decisions that support business growth and profitability
- Collaborate with fellow Group Benefit Solutions interns on a summer-long project that strengthens analytical thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork skills
- Attend speaker sessions and learning events led by New York Life leaders across Underwriting, Finance, and related business functions to broaden your understanding of the organization

Required Qualifications:
- Rising senior pursuing a bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Economics, Finance, Accounting, Mathematics, Data Analytics, Business Management, or a related field
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and critical thinking skills with a high level of comfort working with numbers
- Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present ideas clearly
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel and Word
- Interest in pursuing a career in underwriting and the insurance industry
- Customer-focused mindset with strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- To be eligible for this program, you must be authorized to work in the U.S. We do not offer any type of employment-based immigration sponsorship for this program. Likewise, this program is not available to those authorized to work under optional practical training (OPT) or curricular practical training (CPT)

Preferred Qualifications:
- Overall GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Previous coursework or internship experience related to finance, insurance, risk management, or data analysis
- Experience working collaboratively on team-based projects
- Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and commitment to continuous learning

Required Skills: Quantitative skills, Risk evaluation, Pricing recommendations, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Finance, Insurance, Risk management, Data analysis

Internship Start Date: Start in 2027 Summer

Benefits: Annual discretionary bonus, May be eligible to participate in an incentive program, Hybrid - 3 days per week