Underwriting Intern - Summer 2026 (West Des Moines, IA) presso Holmesmurphy

Job Description:

Holmes Murphy/Innovative Program Solutions (IPS)

Underwriting Internship – Summer 2026

West Des Moines, IA (Onsite)

Are you looking to dive into the world of insurance through an immersive, hands-on program? Look no further! Join us in our West Des Moines, IA location for our 11-week summer program for an internship opportunity that will give you invaluable insights into the industry while you explore your own talents and interests.

What’s in it for you?

• Learn the Ropes: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the insurance industry through educational workshops, including sessions on Property & Casualty lines of coverage and the broader program space.

• Explore Opportunities: Rotate through different lines of business to discover your career path and learn how IPS operates as a Managing General Agent (MGA).

• Engage and Present: Sharpen your communication skills through presentations to peers and business leaders.

• Network with the Best: Connect with industry experts and receive mentorship from professionals across Holmes Murphy and IPS.

• Community Connection: Participate in community events and experience our vibrant culture. At Holmes Murphy, we Give.Fully—and we expect the same from our interns.

What is our Underwriting Internship?

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Aid in account setup and maintenance within underwriting systems, ensuring accurate data entry, document tracking, and assisting with policy issuance and endorsement processing.

• Support the underwriting team in reviewing client business operations and understanding risk profiles.

• Conduct research on industries, clients, and exposures to support underwriting decisions.

• Support preparation of reporting deliverables such as BDX (bordereaux) reports, premium summaries, and other underwriting analytics, while providing general administrative and analytical support.

• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and assist in implementing technology-driven efficiency solutions (including AI and automation).

• Participate in creating and refining underwriting workflows and operational processes.

• Additional duties as assigned.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated, and curious individuals who are eager to learn and contribute to our team. We believe great talent exists everywhere; no matter what your major or background, we welcome you to apply and bring your whole self to Holmes Murphy.

Why Holmes Murphy?

• Paid Experience: Earn while you learn

• On-Site Engagement: Enjoy the full experience of working on-site, building meaningful connections and gaining practical knowledge.

• Professional Development: Take advantage of a robust learning environment that encourages growth and development.

• Leadership Support: Opportunities to collaborate with and learn from industry experts throughout all areas of Holmes Murphy. Unmatched visibility and access to leadership, all the way up to the executive level – we love our interns! 

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled or in pursuit of enrollment at a 4-year institution.

• Examples of prior majors’ interns have pursued: Business Administration, Finance, Sales, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Health Promotion, Risk Management & Insurance, and more.

• Prior work experience is a plus, preferably in a customer service or administrative role.

We also know imposter syndrome is real and the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting awesome candidates. Please don’t hesitate to apply to our Summer Internship - we’d love to hear from you!

Holmes Murphy & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.