Carrier & Market Performance Intern

EPIC Brokers

Posted 1 day ago

Internship

Carmel, Indiana

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The intern will support the Commercial Insurance team by analyzing carrier compensation structures and maintaining data on production, volumes, and loss ratios. They will also assist in building dashboards to quantify carrier performance and identify opportunities for operational improvements.

Qualifications

Seeking an intern to support the Commercial Insurance team by analyzing carrier compensation, improving data accuracy, and evaluating opportunities to enhance carrier performance. This role requires strong analytical and communication skills, proficiency in Excel, and a proactive mindset, with a focus on students pursuing degrees in Risk Management, Insurance, Business, Finance, Marketing, or Sales.

Job Description

Come join our team!

There are many reasons why EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants has become one of the fastest-growing firms in the insurance industry. Fueled and driven by capable, committed people who share common beliefs and values and “bring it” every day, EPIC is always looking for people who have “the right stuff” – people who know what they want and aren’t afraid to make it happen.

Headquartered in New York City and founded in 2007, our company has over 3,000 employees nationwide. With locations spread out across the U.S., our local market knowledge and industry expertise helps support our clients' regional and global needs. We have grown very quickly since our founding, and we continue to see growth and success thanks to our hard-working and growth-minded employees. 

Our core values are: Owner mindset, Inspire trust, Think big, and Drive results. If these values and growth align with what you're looking for in your next career? Then consider joining our amazing team!

JOB OVERVIEW:

This internship supports the Commercial Insurance team within EPIC’s Midwest region, with a focused effort on strengthening carrier partnerships and improving operational performance. The role is designed for a student pursuing a degree in Risk Management, Insurance, Business, Marketing, or a related field, who is interested in gaining meaningful, project based experience in the commercial insurance industry.

Unlike a broad exploratory internship, this position is structured around clear deliverables, measurable outcomes, and ownership of defined projects. The work performed will directly contribute to revenue improvement, enhanced carrier status, and operational efficiency—resulting in both a completed portfolio of deliverables and a strong résumé achievement.

The intern will collaborate closely with Commercial Insurance leadership and support ongoing initiatives to quantify carrier relationships, evaluate supplemental compensation opportunities, map support levels, and develop action plans for improved carrier performance.

LOCATION: Carmel, Indiana. This role is in office.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

  • Support the Commercial Insurance team in analyzing carrier compensation structures, including supplemental/contingent income programs
  • Help maintain and improve data on carrier production, volumes, loss ratios, and support tiers
  • Assist in building dashboards or trackers that quantify:
  • Which carriers pay supplemental compensation
  • Qualification thresholds and performance criteria
  • Gaps between current and target carrier tiers
  • Underwriting Appetite and Satisfaction Ratings
  • Collect information from internal stakeholders and carrier partners to ensure accuracy and completeness of data
  • Evaluate and summarize opportunities to improve carrier status and unlock additional compensation
  • Document current workflows and assist in identifying process improvements that increase operational ease
  • Prepare summaries, reports, and presentation materials for leadership
  • Participate in project meetings and provide updates on assigned deliverables
  • Perform other project-based duties as assigned to support regional operational and revenue initiatives

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

  • Strong analytical skills and interest in understanding how insurance carriers drive revenue and operations
  • Organized, detail oriented, and able to manage multiple project components at once
  • Clear, professional communication skills — written and verbal
  • Ability to handle data, identify patterns, and synthesize key insights
  • Comfortable working in Microsoft 365, especially Excel (required)
  • Experience or willingness to learn carrier portals, CRM tools, and internal systems
  • Curiosity about commercial insurance markets and how agencies partner with carriers
  • A proactive, self starter mindset with a willingness to dive into complex topics and learn quickly
  • Currently enrolled in an accredited university pursuing a degree in: Risk Management & Insurance, Business, Finance, Marketing, Sales, or related field
  • Prior experience in insurance or financial services is helpful but not required
  • Experience with data analysis, research, reporting, or insurance coursework is a plus

COMPENSATION: The hourly pay offered will be determined based on your experience, skills, training, certifications and education, while also considering internal equity and market data.

WHY EPIC:

EPIC has over 60 offices and 3,000 employees nationwide – and we’re growing! It’s a great time to join the team and be a part of this growth. We offer:

Generous Paid Time off

Managed PTO for salaried/exempt employees (personal time off without accruals or caps); 22 PTO days starting out for hourly/non-exempt employees; 12 company-observed paid holidays; 4 early-close days

Generous leave time options: Paid parental leave, pregnancy disability and bonding leave, and organ donor/bone marrow donor leave

Generous employee referral bonus program of $1,500 per hired referral

Employee recognition programs for demonstrating EPIC’s values plus additional employee recognition awards and programs (and trips!)

Employee Resource Groups: Women’s Coalition, EPIC Veterans Group

Professional growth & development: Mentorship Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Leadership Development

Unique benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft & Fraud Protection Coverage, Legal Planning, Family Planning, and Menopause & Midlife Support

Additional benefits include (but are not limited to): 401(k) matching, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and wellness & employee assistance programs

50/50 Work Culture: EPIC fosters a 50/50 culture between producers and the rest of the business, supporting collaboration, teamwork, and an inclusive work environment. It takes both production and service to be EPIC!

EPIC Gives Back – Some of our charitable efforts include Donation Connection, Employee Assistance Fund, and People First Foundation

We’re in the top 10 of property/casualty agencies according to “Insurance Journal”

To learn more about EPIC, visit our Careers Page: https://www.epicbrokers.com/about/epic-careers/. 

EPIC embraces diversity in all its various forms—whether it be diversity of thought, background, race, religion, gender, skills or experience. We are committed to fostering a work community where every colleague feels welcomed, valued, respected and heard. It is our belief that diversity drives innovation and that creating an environment where every employee feels included and empowered, helps us to deliver the best outcome to our clients. 

California Applicants - View your privacy rights at: https://www.epicbrokers.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/epic-ca-employee-privacy-notice.pdf. 

Massachusetts G.L.c. 149 section 19B (b) requires the following statement: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. 

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EPIC Brokers

We are a unique and innovative retail risk management and employee benefits insurance brokerage and consulting firm founded in San Francisco, California, in 2007 with offices and leadership across the country. EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants has a depth of industry expertise across key lines of insurance, including risk management, property and casualty, employee benefits, unique specialty program insurance and private client services. Check out our other links for all things EPIC: https://linktr.ee/epicbrokers.

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