Underwriting Intern

Internship Program Mission:

To attract and engage undergraduate and graduate talent, including students pursuing advanced degrees for specialized roles, by providing meaningful internship opportunities at HAI Group that align with their fields of study and enable them to apply academic knowledge, theory, and skills in a practical workplace environment. Internship Overview

HAI Group is seeking a motivated, analytical, and curious undergraduate or graduate student to join the Underwriting team as an Underwriting Intern. This internship offers exposure to challenging, real-world work within Underwriting and Insurance Services, supported by a structured learning and development experience. You will work alongside underwriting professionals, collaborate with business partners, and gain insight into how a property-casualty insurer evaluates risk, determines coverage eligibility, prices accounts, and supports affordable housing organizations. You will also have opportunities to network across HAI Group, engage with leaders, participate in mentorship and community outreach, and present your work to key stakeholders. This is a full-time, paid internship that is required to be on-site in the HAI Group office, located in Cheshire, CT, Monday–Friday. The internship program will run from May 31st– Mid August. Essential Functions

The intern will contribute to projects that strengthen underwriting insight and support informed risk selection and pricing. Assignments may include: Analyze exposure data, rating information, loss trends, and coverage amounts to identify patterns, exceptions, and business implications Assist with underwriting research involving catastrophe exposure, coverage evaluation, market conditions, program profitability, and reinsurance requirements Review and organize information used to evaluate current and prospective public housing authority and affordable housing risks for coverage eligibility Build clear, accurate reports, and presentations that communicate findings to underwriters and leadership Collaborate with Underwriting and business partners such as Claims, Marketing, and Risk Control to understand how cross-functional input supports member service and insurance solutions Complete a capstone-style project or final presentation that provides a useful resource for future underwriting analysis and decision-making Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned Job Requirements

Required: Currently enrolled undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in business, insurance, risk management, finance, data analytics, STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics), or other related degrees. Work on-site in the HAI Group office, located in Cheshire, CT, Monday–Friday Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future. Preferred: Coursework, project experience, or prior work/internship exposure related to insurance, underwriting, business operations, finance, or data analysis

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to break down complex problems and identify meaningful insights Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain findings clearly to different audiences Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, particularly Excel, Co-Pilot, Word, and PowerPoint Attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate, well-organized work Creative and methodical approach to problem-solving Ability to manage priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively both independently and as part of a team Professional curiosity, initiative, adaptability, and a strong desire to learn Work Environment & Physical Demands

Inside climate-controlled office building Prolonged sitting and using a PC Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Department Overview

The Underwriting department evaluates current and prospective public housing authority and affiliated business to determine coverage eligibility through HARRG, HAPI, or HEIC. The team analyzes risk and exposures, prices accounts in accordance with underwriting guidelines and state requirements, and supports coverage evaluation, catastrophe exposure analysis, price negotiation, member relationships, program profitability, market awareness, reinsurance requirements, and policy review. Underwriting works closely with Claims, Marketing, Risk Control, and other departments to deliver a high level of service and valuable insurance solutions to members. Company Overview

HAI Group®[1] is the nation’s leading property-casualty insurance company founded by and dedicated to affordable housing organizations. While we are recognized as a pioneer of affordable housing insurance programs, insurance is not our only strength. We protect, preserve, and promote the sustainability of affordable housing with an array of products and services that support the challenges housing organizations face. HAI Group offers risk control and consulting services, professional development through the Housing Training Institute, and industry research and data through the Public and Affordable Housing Research Corporation. Headquartered in Cheshire, Connecticut, HAI Group has earned national and regional recognition for its workplace culture and employee experience. Visit our Careers page for a full list of HAI Group workplace awards and recognition. Cultural Objective

HAI Group contributes to a culture that creates a safe and healthy working environment and a space of inclusiveness and belonging for all by: exceeding our customers’ expectations, working collaboratively across the organization, embracing diversity, and demonstrating mutual respect and empathy. HAI Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

No agency submissions please. Resumes submitted to any HAI Group employee without a current, signed, and valid contract in place with the HAI Group Recruiting team for this position will become the property of HAI Group and no agency fees will be paid. HAI Group's Notice of Collection of Personal Information: [1] HAI Group® is a marketing name used to refer to insurers, a producer, and related service providers affiliated through a common mission, management, and governance. Property-casualty insurance and related services are written or provided by Housing Authority Risk Retention Group, Inc.; Housing Authority Property Insurance, A Mutual Company; Housing Enterprise Insurance Company, Inc.; Housing Specialty Insurance Company, Inc.; Innovative Housing Insurance Company Inc.; Housing Investment Group, Inc.; and Housing Insurance Services, Inc. (DBA Housing Insurance Agency Services, Inc. in NY and MI). Intern Pay Range $22—$25 USD