Start Date: January 6th, 2025 or July 7th, 2025

 

Program participants receive intensive training and career development support from a structured, 18-month curriculum, supported and delivered by a dedicated team of insurance educators and subject matter experts. As a new USI associate, you will gain practical experience helping local employers with their insurance needs with mentorship support from regional and national industry experts. As you gain confidence and understanding of the industry and USI’s approach, you will receive new assignments with increasing levels of responsibility.

 

What You’ll Learn

The USI process, developed from over 500,000 client experiences and industry best practices Foundational insurance coverages, program design, and risk management strategies in preparation for obtaining your brokers’ license The role of an insurance broker and current industry challenges Effective negotiation and client-advocacy skills, and the ability to provide proactive, consultative service Networking and relationship-building skills, as well as professionalism soft-skills development

 

Program Overview:

The Commercial Insurance Career Track Program provides over 1,300 hours of formalized training sessions and practical hands-on work experience.

Months 1-3: 100% training Months 4-6: 50% training, 50% on-the-job experience Months 7-18: 20% training, 80% on-the-job experience

 

Technical Knowledge Training: 

Seven-week coverage core  Advanced coverage topics  Subject matter expert sessions  Deep dive sessions  Industry best practices  Job shadowing  Designation program projects and assignments  Manage risk projects  Newsgroup discussions  Above and beyond assignments  Topic of the week assignments

 

Ideal Candidate Qualifications:

Commitment to continuous learning and development Strong organizational and time management skills High attention to detail and accuracy Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment Demonstrate a high level of responsibility, initiative, and accountability Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Bachelor’s degree achieved between Spring ‘24 and Spring ‘25