About the role
At Zurich, your ideas count. We provide growth opportunities, an inclusive environment and strong support – so you can play an active role in shaping the future of insurance.
About Us:
Zurich is a leading global insurance company dedicated to helping individuals, businesses, and communities face a world of risks with confidence. As part of our commitment to nurturing talent, we are offering internship opportunities for Summer 2027 within our Accounting organization. This internship provides a unique opportunity to work with professionals, gain hands-on experience, and contribute to meaningful projects that impact our customers and communities.
The Role:
As an Accounting Intern at Zurich, you will be an integral part of our Accounting organization. Under the guidance of experienced professionals and mentors, you will contribute to real projects and tasks that enhance the efficiency of our financial processes.
During your internship, you will have the opportunity to:
Provide support to key functions such as Financial Reporting, General Accounting, Reinsurance, or Accounting Policy.
Understand insurance Profit & Loss (P&L) statements and financial operations.
Develop basic/intermediate skills in SAP BPC application and Business Objects queries.
Acquire advanced Excel skills and capabilities for data analysis.
Learn about international accounting standards and proper interaction with other departments.
Explore other functional areas within Zurich through day-to-day work.
Develop a deep understanding of insurance operations.
What We Offer:
Hands-on experience working on impactful projects.
Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals.
Opportunities to participate in community impact projects.
Networking activities with professionals and interns.
Insights into the operations of a global industry leader in commercial insurance.
Basic Qualifications:
Actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s program and will be enrolled in the Fall of 2027
Two or more years of college coursework (should be a rising Junior or Senior)
Microsoft Office experience
Be legally eligible to work in the U.S indefinitely
Preferred Qualifications:
Cumulative GPA at/above 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Problem solving skills in customer focused environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Experience in a leadership role
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply—your unique background matters to us.
The pay range shown is a national average and may vary by location. The proposed Hourly rate for this position is $22.00.
We offer competitive pay and comprehensive benefits for employees and their families. [Learn more about Total Rewards here.]
Why Zurich?
At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment—so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500®.
Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.
Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.
Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code § 1033.
Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.
Location(s): AM - Schaumburg
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No
Linkedin Recruiter Tag: #LI-SD1
Minimum requirements
- Actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field with two or more years of college coursework
- Currently enrolled and will be enrolled in Fall 2027, rising Junior or Senior status
- Microsoft Office experience and legal eligibility to work in the U.S. indefinitely
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