Enterprise Risk Management Intern

Job Description

About Erie Insurance

Erie Insurance is a Fortune 500 company and a leading provider of property and casualty insurance in the United States. They are committed to professional and personal development, offering a variety of opportunities for their employees to learn and grow. Erie Insurance is known for its strong company culture and commitment to its employees.

Enterprise Risk Management Intern Job Description

This internship offers a chance to gain valuable experience in risk management, with a focus on operational and enterprise risk management principles.

Who should apply?

• College students currently enrolled at an accredited college or university, pursuing a four-year degree or a master’s degree program full-time.
• Four-year degree students should be completing their sophomore, junior, or senior year (graduating between spring 2025 and spring 2027).
• A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is highly preferred.
• Students majoring in Risk Management are highly preferred, as well as those with strong writing and analytical skills.

About the Internship:

• The internship includes orientation to the company and the insurance industry, offering a variety of challenging assignments in a stimulating work environment.
• You will be assigned a personal mentor and participate in a variety of educational, social, and community service events with other interns.
• You will have opportunities to network with senior leaders, including the CEO.
• Relocation assistance may be available to those who qualify.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct research and analysis of internal and external information to support ERIE’s Operational Risk Management and Enterprise Risk Management programs.
• Gain an understanding of risk management principles.
• Learn about risk response techniques, including analyzing insurance needs.
• Gain experience in using risk management technology and reporting on ERIE’s current and emerging risks.

Competencies:

• Values Diversity: Understanding and appreciating the importance of diversity in the workplace.
• Information Management Skills: Proficiency in gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data.
• Nimble Learning: Ability to quickly adapt and learn new skills and information.
• Self-Development: Commitment to ongoing professional growth and development.
• Job-Specific Knowledge: Understanding of risk management principles and practices.
• Collaborates: Ability to work effectively with others to achieve common goals.
• Customer Focus: Commitment to meeting the needs of internal and external customers.
• Cultivates Innovation: Encouraging new ideas and approaches to problem-solving.
• Instills Trust: Building trust and confidence among colleagues and stakeholders.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Identifying and implementing improvements to work processes.
• Ensures Accountability: Holding oneself and others accountable for results.
• Decision Quality: Making sound and informed decisions.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Educational Requirements: High school diploma, or equivalent, required. Pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree with completion of the sophomore year in a relevant field required.
• Additional Experience: Minimum 3.0 GPA preferred. Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting/Moving 0-20 lbs; Often (20-50%)
• Lifting/Moving 20-50 lbs; Occasional
• Ability to move over 50 lbs using lifting aide equipment; Occasional
• Driving; Rarely
• Pushing/Pulling/moving objects, equipment with wheels; Occasional
• Manual Keying/Data Entry/inputting information/computer use; Frequent (50-80%)
• Climbing/accessing heights; Rarely