IGNITE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

Ignite your career with Selective’s award-winning summer internship program. Over the course of 11 weeks, you’ll immerse yourself in meaningful work within our hybrid work environment, blending the best of in-person collaboration and remote flexibility. As a paid, full-time intern, you’ll gain invaluable experience working alongside your cohort of fellow interns while contributing to our mission of being the best in the insurance industry.

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2024 Ignite Interns at the Executive Roundtable

Real World Experience

Ignite Interns experience an immersive work-based and social learning environment and activities that provides a holistic view of the insurance industry while working on projects that impact Selective’s business.

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Networking & Development

Networking events with executive leaders, business partners and peers paired with developmental activities enhance skills, build business acumen and generate a new network of professional connections.

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Collaborative Group Projects

Every intern participates in a group project with other interns to address a real business need. Project teams follow a leadership development process, work with organizational leaders and experience lasting professional growth and development.

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

Earn while you learn at Selective with market-adjusted, competitive pay, paid time-off, and holidays during the 11-week Ignite Internship program.

DOING SOCIAL GOOD TOGETHER

The Selective Insurance Group Foundation helps empower safe, sustainable, just and diverse communities through our philanthropic initiatives. Ignite Interns help make a difference by participating in volunteer activities with peers using a paid volunteer day.

NEVIN ELSAYED

2021 Intern and Current IT Application Specialist

“Selective’s Ignite program provided me with valuable work experience which accelerated growth in my IT career. In my day-to-day activities, I was supported by a welcoming and knowledge-rich IT team that provided me with the tools and mentorship I needed to bring about positive change. The opportunity to work on living software applications knowing that I could make an impact on someone made this experience special.

Overall, I left this experience feeling a sense of confidence as I continue my career.”

LIZ KAMEEN

2024 Intern - Corporate Legal Records

Major: English and Political Science at Moravian University

“Before entering my internship at Selective, I knew virtually nothing about insurance - by the end of the summer, I left with a developed knowledge of the functions of my department and a general understanding of the insurance industry as a whole.

Throughout my internship, I worked interdepartmentally, exposing me to the various and unique job titles offered at Selective, extending far beyond the traditional underwriting roles. I had the honor of participating in an Action Learning Project with my peer interns, allowing my opinion to be voiced to key stakeholders while also developing presentation skills essential for vocational success.

I am so thankful I had the opportunity to intern for Selective this summer, and I can truly say that I left with a greater confidence of the insurance field and lasting networking connections.”

RISHI CHOWDARY PERAM

2024 Intern - Advanced Analytics

Major: Data Science at Stevens Institute of Technology

“My internship at Selective Insurance was a transformative experience. Working on the Ignite project, I applied advanced analytics to real world challenges and gained hands-on experience with data analysis and business problem-solving.

The role also emphasized developing my presentation skills, as I frequently communicated complex insights. The mentorship and support from the team were exceptional, significantly enhancing my skills and preparing me for future career opportunities.

I’m grateful for the invaluable experience and professional growth I achieved at Selective Insurance.”

ANDREA CHEWEY

2024 Intern - Underwriting

Major: Business at The University of Mississippi

“During my internship at Selective, I gained hands-on invaluable experience in a welcoming team environment that encouraged questions and exploration of various career paths in insurance. Working closely with underwriters, I learned how they evaluate risks and make informed decisions while observing their daily tasks.

This role allowed me to apply my academic knowledge in practical settings. Although my internship was in the underwriting department, I appreciated Selective’s commitment to introducing interns to all departments and careers within the industry.

Overall, the internship was a great experience and I am incredibly grateful for the opportunities provided by Selective."

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

Our internship program welcomes ambitious college students seeking hands-on experience in the insurance industry. Ideal candidates include those majoring in:

Risk Management and Insurance
Actuarial Science
Computer Science
Corporate functions such as Finance, Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Human Resources, and more.

If you’re intellectually curious and excited about learning and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply to Selective’s Internship program. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis from October through April.