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Insurance Assistant roles in the United States are accessible to international exchange visitors through the J-1 Trainee or Intern program categories, both administered by State Department-designated sponsor organizations that issue your DS-2019. Securing a host employer willing to file a structured training plan is the key to sponsorship in this field.
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An exciting, 10-week, paid, on-site Internship experience awaits! Gain real life experience into the world of wholesale insurance. You will work within a high-energy, fast paced environment that is both competitive and fun. This role will afford the opportunity to work with our One80 Marine team in Westbrook, CT for Summer 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a leading wholesale brokerage providing access to carriers throughout the United States and Canada. Our areas of specialization include (but are not limited to) Recreational Marine, Boat and Yacht Insurance, Ocean Marine and our retail agency affinity program.
Your responsibilities will extend to analyzing the book of business, creating impactful training presentations, and participating in various facets of day-to-day operations. This internship is designed to provide you with a holistic understanding of the intricacies within the industry while fostering professional growth and development. Join us for a summer filled with learning, collaboration, and real-life experiences in the fascinating world of One80 Marine.
Our summer internship program offers the chance to have practical, real-world experience. As a part of the program, you will have the opportunity to work on business specific projects where you will gain knowledge and experience to supplement and strengthen your skills.
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
You will:
- Receive targeted business and technical training with a greater understanding surrounding MGA marine underwriting and operations.
- Engage with Director of Underwriting and Operations with a focus on the Boat and Yacht program to be assigned specific tasks relating to client relations, workflows, carrier audits, and adherence to underwriting guidelines.
- Shadow team members on client meetings and join conference calls.
- Learn, and then make a presentation or presentations on program design, comparing options and making recommendations based on client needs.
- Be assigned a dedicated Internship Mentor during your Internship experience.
- Participate in our Professional Development Series (Creating/Updating Your LinkedIn profile, Interviewing Best Practices, Resume Writing, Job Search tips etc.).
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be a rising senior (anticipated graduation 5/2027).
- 3.0 GPA or higher (Transcript required prior to interview).
- Preference for Business Major Undergraduates including Risk Management.
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
- Must be detail oriented and proficient with MS Office Suite.
PAY RANGE
- Pay Range: $21.00 - $21.00 Hourly
The pay range provided above is made in good faith and based on our lowest and highest annual salary or hourly rate paid for the role and takes into account years of experience required, geography, and/or budget for this role.
One80 Intermediaries is an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
Personal information submitted by California applicants in response to a job posting is subject to One80's California Job Applicant Privacy Notice.
INTRODUCTION
An exciting, 10-week, paid, on-site Internship experience awaits! Gain real life experience into the world of wholesale insurance. You will work within a high-energy, fast paced environment that is both competitive and fun. This role will afford the opportunity to work with our One80 Marine team in Westbrook, CT for Summer 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a leading wholesale brokerage providing access to carriers throughout the United States and Canada. Our areas of specialization include (but are not limited to) Recreational Marine, Boat and Yacht Insurance, Ocean Marine and our retail agency affinity program.
Your responsibilities will extend to analyzing the book of business, creating impactful training presentations, and participating in various facets of day-to-day operations. This internship is designed to provide you with a holistic understanding of the intricacies within the industry while fostering professional growth and development. Join us for a summer filled with learning, collaboration, and real-life experiences in the fascinating world of One80 Marine.
Our summer internship program offers the chance to have practical, real-world experience. As a part of the program, you will have the opportunity to work on business specific projects where you will gain knowledge and experience to supplement and strengthen your skills.
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
You will:
- Receive targeted business and technical training with a greater understanding surrounding MGA marine underwriting and operations.
- Engage with Director of Underwriting and Operations with a focus on the Boat and Yacht program to be assigned specific tasks relating to client relations, workflows, carrier audits, and adherence to underwriting guidelines.
- Shadow team members on client meetings and join conference calls.
- Learn, and then make a presentation or presentations on program design, comparing options and making recommendations based on client needs.
- Be assigned a dedicated Internship Mentor during your Internship experience.
- Participate in our Professional Development Series (Creating/Updating Your LinkedIn profile, Interviewing Best Practices, Resume Writing, Job Search tips etc.).
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be a rising senior (anticipated graduation 5/2027).
- 3.0 GPA or higher (Transcript required prior to interview).
- Preference for Business Major Undergraduates including Risk Management.
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
- Must be detail oriented and proficient with MS Office Suite.
PAY RANGE
- Pay Range: $21.00 - $21.00 Hourly
The pay range provided above is made in good faith and based on our lowest and highest annual salary or hourly rate paid for the role and takes into account years of experience required, geography, and/or budget for this role.
One80 Intermediaries is an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
Personal information submitted by California applicants in response to a job posting is subject to One80's California Job Applicant Privacy Notice.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Insurance Assistant
Translate your credentials into U.S. insurance terminology
Before applying, map your foreign insurance qualifications to U.S. equivalents. Familiarity with concepts like property and casualty, liability underwriting, and claims processing signals readiness to U.S. host employers who review J-1 Trainee applications.
Confirm the host employer has DS-2019 experience
Ask prospective employers directly whether they've hosted J-1 Trainees before. A host that has worked with a designated sponsor organization knows how to file the required training plan, which speeds your DS-2019 issuance considerably.
Search for J-1-aligned insurance employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter for Insurance Assistant roles at U.S. employers with exchange visitor hosting history. Targeting hosts already familiar with the J-1 process reduces the risk of an employer withdrawing after an offer.
Build a detailed Individual Development Plan before interviewing
Designated sponsor organizations require a structured training plan outlining your learning objectives by phase. Draft yours around insurance workflows you want to develop, such as policy administration, claims support, or actuarial data entry, before your first interview.
Check whether your category triggers the two-year rule
Some J-1 Trainee participants are subject to a two-year home residency requirement before switching to certain U.S. visa categories. Review your DS-2019 and USCIS guidance to understand whether this applies to your situation before accepting an offer.
Time your DS-2019 request around your program start date
Once your host employer agrees to sponsor, the designated sponsor organization needs several weeks to review the training plan and issue your DS-2019. Build at least four to six weeks of lead time into your start date negotiation to avoid gaps.
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Find Insurance Assistant JobsInsurance Assistant J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an Insurance Assistant role?
The Trainee category fits most Insurance Assistant candidates who hold a foreign degree and have at least one year of relevant work experience outside the United States. Current students enrolled in a degree program may qualify under the Intern category instead. The correct category depends on your educational status at the time of application, and your designated sponsor organization will confirm eligibility before issuing the DS-2019.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for an Insurance Assistant position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, not the insurance company that hires you. The insurance employer acts as your host, providing the work environment and training. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, monitors your compliance with program requirements, and serves as your primary point of contact with the State Department.
How do I find Insurance Assistant employers that are open to hosting J-1 exchange visitors?
Migrate Mate lets you search Insurance Assistant openings and filter for employers with exchange visitor hosting experience, which saves significant time compared to cold-applying and asking each company about J-1 compatibility. Many small and mid-size insurance firms are unfamiliar with the Trainee program, so targeting hosts that have worked with designated sponsors before gives your application a stronger foundation.
Does an Insurance Assistant J-1 Trainee need to worry about the two-year home residency requirement?
Potentially, yes. J-1 Trainees are subject to the two-year home residency requirement if they received funding from their home government or the U.S. government, or if their home country is on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List. This requirement would need to be fulfilled, or waived, before you could change to an H-1B or apply for a green card. Review your DS-2019 and USCIS resources to determine whether the requirement applies to you.
What does the training plan for an Insurance Assistant J-1 Trainee need to include?
The training plan, called Form DS-7002, must document specific learning objectives broken into phases, the supervision structure, and how each phase develops professionally relevant skills. For an Insurance Assistant role, this typically means outlining rotations through areas like policy documentation, claims intake, customer account management, or compliance support. Your designated sponsor reviews and co-signs the plan before the DS-2019 is issued.
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