Associate Degree Apprenticeship Program - Underwriting Associate - Northeast (Summer 2026)

Zurich North America’s Apprentice Program 

 

Zurich is accepting resumes for our 2026 Apprentice Program, apply today! The program launches at the beginning 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 New York City, Boston, OR Philadelphia office Apprentices will support our National Accounts - 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 New York City, Boston, OR Philadelphia combines targeted virtual coursework at Harper Community College or in-person coursework at BMCC 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 3 days a week, School 2 days a week, 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)
    OR
  • Business Management with a concentration in Risk Management and Insurance (In-person at BMCC)
• 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 or Borough of Manhattan Community College Admissions. This is a separate application process that can take place concurrently to Zurich's application process. 
  
  

Preferred Qualifications: 

• 1 or more years of work experience and/or leadership role in student activities and/or significant voluntary community service 
• Interest in pursuing a career in the insurance industry
• Ability to balance multiple priorities between work and school deadlines 
• Strong customer service skills
• Collaboration and problem-solving skills 
• Ability to communicate with impact 
• High degree of self-discipline and focus 
• Attention to detail 
• Ability to collaborate and work successfully in a team environment 
• Intermediate computer skills, specifically Excel  
• Ability to navigate learning and interactions in an online environment

 

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. For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here. Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education. 

 

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 $20.20-$24.04, with short-ter