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Insurance Consultant roles in the United States are accessible to exchange visitors through the J-1 Trainee or Intern program categories, both administered by a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization. Securing J-1 sponsorship requires a host employer willing to structure your placement as a formal training program aligned with your professional background.
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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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an Insurance Consultant
Document your insurance credentials before applying
Gather your professional certifications, degree transcripts, and any actuarial or underwriting credentials before contacting host employers. Designated sponsors require these to build a compliant Training Plan, so having them ready accelerates your DS-2019 application.
Target insurers with established training program infrastructure
Focus on regional carriers, brokerage houses, and risk management firms that already run structured rotational or mentorship programs. These employers understand the Training Plan requirements a designated sponsor needs and are more likely to commit as a J-1 host.
Use Migrate Mate to find J-1-aligned insurance roles
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers actively hosting exchange visitors in finance and insurance consulting. Filtering by sponsorship type saves time and surfaces roles where the host is already familiar with the J-1 program structure.
Clarify the two-year home residency rule early
Insurance Trainees from countries with bilateral exchange agreements or DOL-designated skills lists may face a two-year home residency requirement after their program ends. Confirm your country's status with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, since this affects any future H-1B or green card plans.
Negotiate a Training Plan that reflects real consulting work
Your designated sponsor submits a Training or Internship Placement Plan detailing your learning objectives by phase. Work with your host employer to include client-facing tasks, risk assessment exposure, and product analysis so the plan reflects substantive insurance consulting, not administrative support.
Confirm the host employer's SEVIS compliance readiness
Before your program starts, verify that your host employer understands their obligations under SEVIS reporting, including workplace supervision requirements and the prohibition on routine productive employment. Gaps in employer awareness are a common reason J-1 Trainee placements get rejected by designated sponsors.
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Find Insurance Consultant JobsInsurance Consultant J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an Insurance Consultant role?
The Trainee category applies if you hold a degree and have at least one year of relevant work experience outside the U.S., or five years of professional experience without a degree. The Intern category applies if you are currently enrolled in a foreign degree program. Both require a designated sponsor organization to issue your DS-2019 and approve your Training Plan.
Is the hiring employer my J-1 visa sponsor?
No. The hiring employer is your host organization, not your visa sponsor. Your sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT that issues your DS-2019 form, monitors your compliance with program requirements, and serves as your official point of contact with the State Department throughout your exchange.
How do I find insurance employers open to hosting J-1 exchange visitors?
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. insurance and financial services employers that have hosted J-1 exchange visitors or are open to the program structure. Many carriers and brokerages are unfamiliar with J-1 hosting obligations, so targeting employers already experienced with exchange visitors significantly improves your chances of securing a compliant placement.
Can an Insurance Consultant J-1 placement lead to long-term U.S. employment?
Possibly, but the two-year home residency requirement is a major factor. If your country appears on the DOL skills list or if your program is funded by a government agency, you may be required to return home for two years before changing to H-1B or applying for a green card. A waiver exists but is not guaranteed, and your designated sponsor can clarify whether your specific situation triggers this requirement.
What does a J-1 Training Plan need to include for an insurance role?
The Training or Internship Placement Plan must detail your learning objectives by phase, the supervision structure, and the specific insurance skills you will develop, such as risk assessment, policy analysis, client advisory work, or underwriting review. Your designated sponsor reviews and approves the plan before issuing your DS-2019, and the plan must demonstrate structured training rather than routine productive employment filling a regular staff position.
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