Associate Underwriter Trainee

Crum & Forster is a leading provider of specialty and standard commercial lines insurance products. They are seeking an Associate Underwriter Trainee to participate in a fast-paced training program that will provide foundational knowledge and skills in underwriting, with opportunities for career progression upon successful completion of the program. Responsibilities Seneca’s Underwriting Training program is fast paced learning opportunity that will provide a valuable foundation for a career in Commercial Lines insurance Our in-house training consists of 6-9 months of courses, self-study and on-the-job training in a variety of Commercial Lines coverages to develop underwriting knowledge You will learn technical underwriting skills, build core competencies, and gain broad exposure to Seneca’s operations Upon successful completion of the training program, you will be assigned an underwriting territory and position, and you will have continued learning and career progression opportunities Promotions and salary increases are based on technical development, continued education and underwriting aptitude The complexity of the job demands several years of experience to achieve proficiency Skills College graduate with a 3.0 GPA minimum College degree in many majors will be considered Risk Management major a plus but not required Recent college graduates who have 6 months to 1 year of related experience Ability to learn through self-study Strong work ethic, verbal & written communication skills Excellent attention to detail and organization skills Excellent computer skills, including MS Office Relocation opportunities throughout the US Benefits Competitive compensation package Generous 401K employer match Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching Generous Paid Time Off Excellent benefits that go beyond health, dental & vision. Our programs are focused on your whole family’s wellness, including your physical, mental and financial wellbeing Tuition reimbursement Industry-related certifications Professional training to keep you progressing on your chosen path Matching donation program Volunteer opportunities Employee-driven corporate giving program that lets you participate and support your community Company Overview Crum & Forster specializes in commercial insurance, claims, risk assessments as well as accident and health insurance. It was founded in 1822, and is headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Company H1B Sponsorship Crum & Forster has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 7 in 2025, 10 in 2024, 3 in 2023, 12 in 2022, 9 in 2021, 12 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.