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Internships are a great way to hone your skills in a professional setting. Through our internship you will be exposed to a variety of meaningful projects and important business contacts. Even better, your contributions will be valued and rewarded - as you will be an important member of our team. You will also have a mentor assigned to you to help you get up to speed quickly and provide support for any questions that may arise.
Federated Insurance is seeking two full-time accounting interns for our Owatonna, MN office. One will start in January 2020, and the other will start June 2020. The paid internships will last for approximately 12-15 weeks with housing provided.
Responsibilities
- Preparing monthly financial statements
- Completing bank and account reconcilements
- Participating in quarterly financial statement presentations
- Preparing annual statement for insurance entities
- Completing regulatory filings for state agencies
- Participating in quarterly industry earnings calls and meetings
- Assisting with gathering data for external auditors
- Assisting with the preparation of audited financial statements and notes
- At the conclusion of the internship, the intern will prepare a presentation outlining their internship experience to the accounting operations team and Human Resources
Requirements/Qualifications
- Junior or Senior level Accounting major
- Minimum overall GPA of 3.2
- Strong computer knowledge
- Ability to use Microsoft Excel or equivalent spreadsheet software
Benefits:
- Financial Compensation
- Furnished Housing provided
- Individual Mentoring
- Subsidized Country Club Membership
- Subsidized on-site Fitness Center membership
- Participation in Federated's Wellness Program
- Free Employees Club Membership
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As a Administrative Assistant you will provide administrative support and assist in the coordination, preparation, and distribution of information. The day is fast paced and filled with a variety of tasks that require strong Microsoft skills as well as good communication.
Responsibilities:
- Enters various information into the account management system for accounting and reporting purposes.
- Prepares, edits, maintains, and distributes correspondence.
- Manages incoming and outgoing correspondence.
- Maintains and updates new broker and carrier information.
- Orders and maintains office supplies in a cost-effective manner.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Prefer one to two years of general business environment or administrative experience demonstrating interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Strong computer knowledge.
- Excellent Microsoft Office skills including: Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Ability to operate dictation and/or transcription equipment.
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Business Intelligence (BI) developers leverage their data skills to create advanced reporting and database solutions. They work with analysts and business partners to understand process and information needs, to develop functional reporting and data designs, and to implement solutions using Windows SQL Server technologies. As part of the IT team, you primarily serve the needs of property and casualty actuaries by supporting and enhancing data warehouses. Our BI systems aggregate information from numerous sources and provide management information to stakeholders throughout the company. As such, we frequently partner with Underwriting, Claims and other teams to deliver accurate, actionable information to a diverse group of stakeholders.
Description
- Develop and support mature data warehouse, data mart and reporting solutions
- Analyze, design, develop, and document BI solutions using internal standards and best practices
- Design functional specifications for BI front end, including dashboards and reporting
- Consider appropriate data capture, flow and ETL
- Design reports according to provided screens and previously created reports
- Provide and accept peer reviews of code and BI packages
- Analyze, recommend and coordinate solutions with business and IS stakeholders
Skills Needed
- Experience with SQL Server Management Studio
- Ability to optimize Transactional SQL (TSQL) and MDX queries
- Experience with Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), Analysis Services (SSAS), Integration Services (SSIS)
- Visual Basic syntax and coding skills for use within SSIS
- Experience with self-service BI applications, including strong Excel and Power Pivot skills
- Solid grasp of dimensional modeling and data warehousing concepts
- Experience with OpsWise and Team Foundation Server
- Optionally, the ability to support COBOL batch components, web service calls and Active Directory elements of the data warehouse
- Strong technical aptitude, debugging and problem-solving skills
- Excellent work/task management skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to ask questions, keep up with technology changes, and contribute to a high-performing team
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As an Underwriting Support Specialist, you will work within multiple computer systems setting up new client accounts, updating existing client information, and creating a quality product. We are seeking individuals with an ability to troubleshoot, strong attention to detail, and a flair for handling multiple tasks efficiently and accurately are valuable assets. Insurance experience not required – we provide exceptional training
Additional Qualifications Needed:
- A two-year degree or equivalent experience in a general business environment
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office programs and the ability to navigate several different systems
- Strong organizational skills and adaptability to changing priorities
- A proven track record of being a problem solver who takes initiative and works well in a team environment
- Attention to detail and accurate task completion
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As a claims representative, you deliver on our promise to resolve claims. You are a source of knowledge and comfort during difficult times. Whether faced with the destructive aftermath of a natural disaster or the responsibility to provide income to injured employees, you help clients through the claims process. You also support them as they rebuild their businesses and resume their lives. Federated provides a defined training program to teach you the fundamentals of commercial claims and prepare you to serve clients.
Responsibilities
- Work with clients, physicians, attorneys, contractors and others to ensure claims are resolved in a prompt, fair and courteous way.
- Explain policy coverage to clients and third parties.
- Gather evidence and document facts relating to claims.
- Determine the value of damaged items.
- Negotiate settlements with clients or third parties.
- Resolve claims, which may include paying, setline, or denying claims, defending policyholders in court, compromising, or recovering outstanding dollars.
Minimum Qualifications
- A four-year degree in a business-related field or equivalent business-related experience
- Prefer two years customer service experience
- Strong analytical, computer and time management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require employer visa sponsorship now or in the future
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As an underwriter, your work creates the foundation of our business. We could not protect businesses or provide peace of mind to clients without your expertise. You determine who our clients are and how we can better serve their needs. Your judgement helps us write and retain profitable business. Federated provides paid classroom and hands-on training designed to teach you the fundamentals of underwriting.
Responsibilities
- Gather and analyze information about a client’s or prospect’s business operations, history and location
- Alongside colleagues, decide what products and services the business needs
- Decide how much premium must be charged to cover the risk of insuring the business
- Offer risk management solutions designed to help the business operate safely and profitably
- Become an expert in the political landscape, legal climate, demographics, economy, environment, and competitiveness of your territory
- Periodically travel to your territory to gain additional knowledge and work directly with clients and prospects
- Use exceptional communication skills to build relationships with colleagues and clients
Minimum Qualifications
- A four-year degree in a business-related field
- Successful completion of the underwriting training program or equivalent related work
- Strong analytical, computer and time management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require employer visa sponsorship now or in the future
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Our customer service positions entail working on the front lines adding value for our clients and sales representatives as you answer questions and fulfill service requests. We are looking for individuals committed to creating an exceptional customer experience using energetic, effective phone and writing skills, problem-solving, and prioritizing abilities. Do not be concerned if you don’t have an insurance background – we provide excellent training to ensure you succeed.
Additional Qualifications Needed:
- Two-year degree or equivalent experience
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Minimum of 3 years’ work experience in customer service or business
- Ability to work well under pressure and adapt quickly to changes
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Strong keyboarding skills and ability to work with multiple computer applications
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As a substitute Group Exercise Instructor, you will fill in for cardio, strength, or flexibility based group exercise classes.
Available hours vary based on need.
Qualifications Needed:
- Must have or be willing to obtain ACE, NETA, AFAA, or equivalent certifications.
- Must have or be willing to obtain CPR certification.
- Minimum of 1-year experience leading and/or participating in group exercise classes.
- Push and/or pull items weighing up to 20 pounds.
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As a Life Operations Associate you will be responsible for processing various administrative tasks in a prompt, accurate, and efficient manner in support of the Life Department. We are seeking individuals who are successful at multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment, have a strong technical aptitude with a desire to innovate in order to provide solutions to our customers, and the drive to contribute in a results-oriented team.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School diploma or GED.
- Minimum of one year general business environment experience demonstrating the ability to manage multiple tasks and provide excellent customer service.
- Strong computer skills with the proficiency and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.
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As a risk consultant, you will help business owners across the nation develop safe and productive work environments. Business owners will look to you for help when developing a safety and risk management program. Your efforts will help keep their employees safe and manage their insurance costs.
Responsibilities
- Perform on-site consultations to advise clients on ways to reduce risk
- Evaluate risks and provide survey information needed to make acceptability and pricing decisions
- Develop, apply, and maintain working knowledge of Company risk management technical policies and procedures and demonstrate understanding of the property/casualty insurance business
- Manage workload in assigned territory
Minimum Qualifications
- A four-year degree in a business-related field
- Prefer experience with insurance loss control, occupational or industrial safety, risk management, or fire prevention
- Possessing or currently pursuing the Associate in Risk Management (ARM) or other Risk Management Related Designation
- Strong computer, time management, written and verbal communication skills
- Willingness to relocate
- Overnight travel up to 7 nights per month
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require employer visa sponsorship now or in the future
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As a risk appraiser, you will always be on the move, meeting new people and learning about new businesses. You will build relationships of trust with business owners as you ensure that our pricing is fair and adequate. You will provide vital information to your coworkers in marketing and underwriting to help them effectively serve our clients.
Responsibilities
- Travel to insured businesses throughout an assigned territory
- Review and verify our clients’ financial information and business operations
- Analyze information to determine if the client is paying the correct amount of premium
- Provide client information during the underwriting process
- Provide client information to our marketing force
Minimum Qualifications
- A four-year degree in a business-related field
- Successful completion of the Field Services Development Training Program or equivalent related work
- Strong computer and time management skills
- Frequent travel by car and/or plane
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and not require employer visa sponsorship now or in the future
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As a Quality Training and Support Supervisor you will provide direction and coordinate resources to implement a training strategy that builds and improves knowledge and competence with employees supporting our Property and Casualty line of business.
Responsibilities:
- Oversees the design and delivery of training.
- Partners and consults with key stakeholders to assess training needs. Establishes specific training objectives to meet customer needs.
- Oversees the development, documentation and maintenance of department processes and procedures.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Two-year degree or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 3 years’ work experience demonstrating project management and training skills.
- Strong computer knowledge.
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As a systems developer, you will help fulfill that mission as you create and maintain technology tools that allow us to meet our clients’ needs. We are looking for individuals who thrive working in a team environment to analyze issues, solve problems, and maximize the effective use of technology. Our information services department is located in Owatonna, MN.
Responsibilities
- A variety of training ranging from 3-month classroom training to computer-based training to individualized mentoring
- Writing programs to develop and enhance business applications
- Developing test cases, cycles, and scripts and conducting all required testing
- Using basic problem solving techniques to gather information and diagnose system issues
- Responding to internal and external customer needs
Minimum Qualifications
- Four-year degree with a preferred major in information systems, computer-related field, mathematics, or business; or equivalent experience
- Strong Computer knowledge
- Excellent Microsoft Office skills including: Word, Excel and Outlook
- An unquestioned ability to retain confidential business and personnel information
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As a Talent Acquisition Analyst, you will develop and execute candidate sourcing strategies, including effective use of social media that will facilitate building a steady pipeline of quality candidates. You will drive recruiting projects and serve as the technical point of contact for Federated’s recruiting system.
Responsibilities
- Lead new creative thinking about talent acquisition.
- Research, recommend, and implement candidate sourcing strategies and other talent acquisition related projects.
- Utilize and introduce recruitment tools for technology optimization, process efficiencies, and applicant pool management.
- Serve as the talent management system expert and administrator.
- Leverage social media outlets to build pipelines and announce job positions.
- Source and identify qualified candidates for open positions.
- Support recruiting and selection efforts by performing administrative tasks.
Minimum Qualifications
- Four-year degree or equivalent work experience in a business analyst role.
- Minimum of one-year work experience in a business environment demonstrating strong analytical, problem-solving, project management and communication skills.
- Strong computer knowledge. Excellent Microsoft Office skills. Prior iCIMS talent management system experience a plus.
- An unquestioned ability to retain confidential business and personnel information.
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As an Underwriting Support Specialist, you will work within multiple computer systems setting up new client accounts, updating existing client information, and creating a quality product. We are seeking individuals with an ability to troubleshoot, strong attention to detail, and a flair for handling multiple tasks efficiently and accurately are valuable assets. Insurance experience not required – we provide exceptional training
Additional Qualifications Needed:
- A two-year degree or equivalent experience in a general business environment
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office programs and the ability to navigate several different systems
- Strong organizational skills and adaptability to changing priorities
- A proven track record of being a problem solver who takes initiative and works well in a team environment
- Attention to detail and accurate task completion