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Intern

CompanyAlera Group
LocationColumbia
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 3, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support risk strategy, client service excellence, and operational accuracy within the Property & Casualty team. They will participate in structured training, assist with insurance workflows, and collaborate with producers, account managers, and internal teams.
Internship Type
unavailable
Company Size
496
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
As one of the largest privately-held insurance agencies, Propel Insurance, an Alera Group company, is an expert at helping clients find ways to move their business forward. We provide innovative insurance solutions, surety bonds, consulting, and employee benefits to thousands of businesses and individuals worldwide. Our deep industry expertise and perspective, together with our entrepreneurial drive, make us a perfect match for aggressive, success-minded organizations.
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Intern – Property & Casualty
Location: Onsite | Columbia, South Carolina

 

At Alera Group, our Property & Casualty team helps businesses protect their assets, manage risk, and plan confidently for the future. We’re seeking a Intern who will support risk strategy, client service excellence, and operational accuracy.

 

 

About Alera Group
Alera Group was founded in 2017 and has grown to become the 14th largest broker of U.S. business. We are passionate about our clients’ success in the areas of Employee Benefits, Property and Casualty Insurance, and Financial Services. With a network of offices nationwide, our commitment to collaboration allows us to offer national resources combined with local service.

 

 

This role will focus on risk management- broadly, client servicing, claims support, sales growth and collaborate with producers, account managers, carriers, clients, internal operations teams. 

 

Why Alera Group

  • Meaningful Impact: Help clients and employees navigate benefits programs that drive retention, engagement, and satisfaction

  • Growth & Learning: Opportunities to deepen your expertise and gain exposure to a variety of clients and industries

  • Collaborative Culture: Work in a team-oriented environment that values accountability, partnership, and the principles of The Collaborative Way


RESPONSIBILITIES

What You'll Do / Your Impact

Client Partnership & Service Excellence

  • Learn commercial insurance workflows, coverages, client service processes, and industry best practices
  • Support service teams while gaining exposure to client service activities and insurance operations

Operational & Compliance Excellence

  • Participate in structured training focused on agency systems, procedures, technology platforms, and operational standards
  • Develop an understanding of documentation, workflows, and agency processes that support client success

Growth & Retention

  • Explore career opportunities within Property & Casualty and other business areas
  • Develop communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and time management skills while working alongside experienced professionals

 


QUALIFICATIONS

What You Bring

Required

  • Current undergraduate student
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Preferred

  • Interest in insurance, risk management, business, finance, or related fields
  • Previous internship, customer service, or professional experience
  • Interest in obtaining an insurance license

Core Competencies

  • Curiosity and continuous learning
  • Accountability and follow-through
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Professionalism
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management

 


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Compensation:

$18.00 per hour. 

 

Benefits:
Alera Group offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, 401(k), generous PTO, and more.

 

Work Model:
This role is Onsite
Local to Columbia, South Carolina 29201

 

Professional Development – Alera Group Academy

At Alera Group, growth isn’t left to chance. Through Alera Group Academy, we provide structured development opportunities designed to help you expand your expertise and build a meaningful career.

You’ll have access to:

  • Role-specific learning paths

  • Leadership development programs

  • Technical and compliance training

  • Industry certifications and continuing education support

  • Peer learning and knowledge-sharing communities

Whether you’re deepening technical expertise or preparing for leadership, we’re invested in helping you grow.

Licensure & Certifications (If Applicable)

This position may require:

  • Active State Property & Casualty License

  • Ability to obtain required licensure within 6 months of hire

  • Ongoing continuing education to maintain active status

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other protected class.

Alera Group is committed to protecting your privacy. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand what personal information we may collect and use as part of your application process.

 

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Location Type

In-Office
Key Skills
Risk managementClient serviceClaims supportSales growthCommercial insuranceCommunicationTeamworkProblem-solvingTime managementAttention to detailOrganizational skillsInsurance operations
Categories
Finance & AccountingCustomer Service & SupportSalesAdministrative
Benefits
MedicalDentalVisionLife insuranceDisability coverage401(k)Generous PTO