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Energy Underwriting Intern, Large Commercial

CompanyAXA
LocationNew York
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 23, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Interns will gain insight into the roles of insurance professionals and contribute to meaningful projects culminating in a final presentation. They will also develop an understanding of AXA XL’s operations and network with leaders across the company.
Internship Type
intern
Company Size
142023
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
As one of the largest global insurers, our purpose is to act for human progress by protecting what matters. Protection has always been at the core of our business, helping individuals, businesses and societies to thrive. And AXA has always been a leader, an innovator, an entrepreneurial company, fostering progress in all its dimensions. Our purpose also links back to the Group's roots. From the outset, AXA has been committed to acting as a force for collective good. From solidarity-based actions with AXA Hearts In Action to work on prevention issues with the AXA Research Fund and the fight against climate change, AXA has always been attentive to its social environment and embraced its responsibility as an insurer: responsibility for taking action upstream in order to better understand risks, with one goal in mind: to ensure better protection. Discover more: https://www.axa.com/en/about-us/our-purpose To know more about AXA's Privacy Policy - https://www-axa-com.cdn.axa-contento-118412.eu/www-axa-com/1cd44dfb-3b7a-4cf7-933b-06024cf7f25b_axa_privacypolicy_internetusers_va.pdf
About the Role

Are you ready to explore a career that’s all about solving real-world problems and making a difference? AXA XL offers a unique 10-week paid Underwriting internship designed to sharpen your skills, broaden your industry knowledge, and give you real-world experience working alongside some of the most talented professionals and leaders in the field. This is your chance to see how we create innovative insurance solutions for mid-sized companies and global multinationals.

This isn’t just an internship — it’s your launching pad. You’ll gain real-world experience, meet inspiring professionals, and discover what it takes to succeed in a fast-moving industry. Plus, you’ll be part of a welcoming, innovative Underwriting team that values your ideas and efforts.

At AXA XL, we are focused on profitably growing our energy and energy transition portfolio, including oil & gas, power generation, renewable and low-carbon energy, and energy-related industries. We offer our clients global underwriting capability with local energy representation in 11 countries. Our underwriters are supported by expert risk consultants, giving a deep understanding of the risks we mitigate. Our teams take part in regular energy best-practice groups, ensuring they have access to the latest thinking on optimizing assets.

The challenges created by the global energy transition call for new thinking. Whether our clients are an energy provider, in an industry involved in supporting the transition, or transitioning their business towards net zero, our innovative insurance products and solutions go beyond protection, embracing prevention. Our global insights from the energy sector and beyond give our clients better clarity about risk, at every stage of their assets’ lifecycles, wherever they are in the world.

As an Energy Transition Underwriting Intern, you will gain valuable experience in analyzing large risk through modeling and data outputs to support underwriting decisions. Our team works with a wide range of Fortune 500 companies to support business continuity, mitigate financial risk, and enhance risk quality.

We seek candidates with strong communication skills, a proactive attitude, and a genuine desire to learn. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is curious, motivated, and willing to ask questions to contribute effectively to our team.

What you’ll be doing

What will your essential responsibilities include?

  • Learn from the Best: Gain insight into the roles of insurance professionals across underwriting.
  • Hands-On Experience: Contribute to meaningful, cross-functional projects that showcase your skills and culminate in a final presentation to Senior Leadership.
  • Discover Our Business: Develop an understanding of AXA XL’s retail insurance and reinsurance operations.
  • Network & Grow: Connect with leaders and technical specialists across the company through intern events, activities, and daily interactions.
  • Collaborate & Innovate: Work in a highly collaborative environment that encourages entrepreneurial thinking and problem-solving.

You will report to an Underwriting Manager.

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:

  • Clear communication and a passion for learning.
  • Leadership experience—show us you can inspire and motivate.
  • A curious mindset, eager to explore new ideas and tackle challenges.
  • A commitment to doing your best and being accountable.
  • Openness to feedback, ready to learn, adapt, and develop new skills.
  • A keen interest in understanding the insurance industry and a drive to succeed
  • Authorization to work legally in the country where the internship is located.

Who we are

AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don’t just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.

 

How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business − property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty.

 

With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.

 

Learn more at axaxl.com

What we offer

Inclusion

AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic.   At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and enables business growth and is critical to our success. That’s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most inclusive workforce possible, and create a culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and reach their highest potential. It’s about helping one another — and our business — to move forward and succeed.

 

  • Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe.
  • Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements
  • Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits
  • Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index
  • Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter

 

Learn more at Inclusion & Diversity at AXA XL | AXA XL. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

Total Rewards

AXA XL’s Reward program is designed to take care of what matters most to you, covering the full picture of your health, wellbeing, lifestyle and financial security. It provides competitive compensation and personalized, inclusive benefits that evolve as you do.

 

We’re committed to rewarding your contribution for the long term, so you can be your best self today and look forward to the future with confidence.

 

Sustainability

At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called “Roots of resilience”, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.

 

Our Pillars:

 

  • Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society – are essential to our future. We’re committed to protecting and restoring nature – from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard – by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.
  • Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.
  • Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We’re training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.
  • AXA Hearts in Action:  We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL’s “Hearts in Action” programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day – the Global Day of Giving.

 

For more information, please see Sustainability at AXA XL.

 

The U.S. base salary range for this position is USD 24/hour. 

Actual pay will be determined based upon the individual’s skills, experience and location. We strive for market alignment and internal equity with our colleagues’ pay.

 

At AXA XL, we know how important physical, mental, and financial health are to our employees, which is why we are proud to offer benefits such as a competitive retirement savings plan, health and wellness programs, and many other benefits. We also believe in fostering our colleagues' development and offer a wide range of learning opportunities for colleagues to hone their professional skills and to position themselves for the next step of their careers. For more details about AXA XL’s benefits offerings, please visit US Benefits at a Glance 2025.

 

Key Skills
CommunicationLeadershipCuriosityMotivationAccountabilityAdaptabilityLearningProblem-Solving
Categories
EnergyFinance & AccountingConsultingEnvironmental & SustainabilityManagement & Leadership
Benefits
Health InsuranceRetirement Savings PlanWellness ProgramsFlexible Working ArrangementsFamily-Friendly Leave Benefits