Associate – Global Associates Program

Job Description

Starr Associates Program – Underwriting | Starr

The Tone:
This is an early career program at Starr, primarily located in New York, NY for program activities and compensation purposes. Starr is a global leader in commercial insurance, built on over a century of expertise, empowering its employees to innovate and make impactful decisions. This program is critical for identifying, cultivating, and retaining high-potential college graduates, ensuring a strong foundation for future leaders who will deliver complex solutions for Starr’s clients worldwide.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: In-person, New York, NY
• Pay: $68000–$78000 yearly
• Mission: To cultivate high-potential college graduates into foundational professionals within the insurance industry through accelerated training and hands-on experience.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Study: Study for and pass an exam or designation related to your job function during the program, such as a course offered through The Institutes.
• Collaborate: Partner with fellow Associates on a group project focused on emerging technologies, internal initiatives, or process improvement.
• Attend: Participate in home office visits to New York City for hands-on training, discussions with management, and team-building social events.
• Learn: Gain a holistic understanding of Starr’s operations by hearing from professionals in key insurance areas like claims, credit, actuarial science, underwriting, and reinsurance.
• Contribute: Build foundational expertise and confidence through hands-on experience within a specific department, actively contributing to your team’s work.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-level professional with little to no industry experience. A completed undergraduate degree is required before the program begins in June 2026.
• Experience: Demonstrated leadership potential.
• Skills: Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication; Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability; Intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Bonus: Relevant internship or work experience gained during college years; Risk Management/Insurance and Business majors preferred.