OPT Underwriting Assistant Jobs
Underwriting Assistant jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in finance, economics, risk management, or actuarial science. Most roles are office-based at insurance carriers and brokerages, which simplifies STEM OPT extension eligibility tracking and employer verification requirements.
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Join Starr, a global leader in commercial insurance with over a century of expertise. We empower our employees to innovate, make impactful decisions, and build lasting client relationships worldwide. At Starr, you'll work in an entrepreneurial culture alongside accessible leaders, leveraging our financial strength and vast industry experience to deliver solutions for our clients, no matter how complex. Grow your career with a rapidly growing company that invests in its people and their ability to drive real progress.
Position Overview
The Underwriting Assistant supports Starr’s underwriting team in the review, processing, and administration of new and renewal insurance business. The role involves collaboration with underwriters, brokers, and internal partners to ensure timely and accurate handling of accounts in compliance with company policies and guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist underwriters with the analysis and processing of new business, renewals, and endorsements.
- Review and verify incoming applications and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.
- Prepare quotations, proposals, binders, and policy documentation.
- Perform data entry and maintain records in internal underwriting and policy management systems.
- Monitor and follow up on outstanding underwriting requirements.
- Coordinate communications with brokers, agents, and clients regarding application status and documentation needed.
- Support the issuance of policies, certificates, and other legal documents.
- Help gather data and prepare reports for underwriting and management review.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of company products, processes, and compliance standards.
- Provide general administrative support to the underwriting team as required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred; or equivalent work experience in insurance, administration, or related field.
- Prior experience in insurance, underwriting, or finance is a plus.
- Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with insurance policy systems a plus.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Customer-focused attitude with a commitment to high service standards.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Exposure to leading industry professionals and development opportunities.
- Dynamic, team-oriented work environment.
- Opportunity to advance within a growing, global organization.
Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.
INTRODUCTION
Join Starr, a global leader in commercial insurance with over a century of expertise. We empower our employees to innovate, make impactful decisions, and build lasting client relationships worldwide. At Starr, you'll work in an entrepreneurial culture alongside accessible leaders, leveraging our financial strength and vast industry experience to deliver solutions for our clients, no matter how complex. Grow your career with a rapidly growing company that invests in its people and their ability to drive real progress.
Position Overview
The Underwriting Assistant supports Starr’s underwriting team in the review, processing, and administration of new and renewal insurance business. The role involves collaboration with underwriters, brokers, and internal partners to ensure timely and accurate handling of accounts in compliance with company policies and guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist underwriters with the analysis and processing of new business, renewals, and endorsements.
- Review and verify incoming applications and supporting documentation for accuracy and completeness.
- Prepare quotations, proposals, binders, and policy documentation.
- Perform data entry and maintain records in internal underwriting and policy management systems.
- Monitor and follow up on outstanding underwriting requirements.
- Coordinate communications with brokers, agents, and clients regarding application status and documentation needed.
- Support the issuance of policies, certificates, and other legal documents.
- Help gather data and prepare reports for underwriting and management review.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of company products, processes, and compliance standards.
- Provide general administrative support to the underwriting team as required.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree preferred; or equivalent work experience in insurance, administration, or related field.
- Prior experience in insurance, underwriting, or finance is a plus.
- Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with insurance policy systems a plus.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Customer-focused attitude with a commitment to high service standards.
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Exposure to leading industry professionals and development opportunities.
- Dynamic, team-oriented work environment.
- Opportunity to advance within a growing, global organization.
Starr is an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We offer first class training and development opportunities to all employees. Our aim is to grow our own talent and bring out the best in people.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Underwriting Assistant
Target insurance carriers over independent agencies
Large carriers like regional and national insurers have dedicated HR processes for OPT verification. Smaller independent agencies often lack experience with work authorization, which slows down onboarding and increases the risk of a rescinded offer.
Clarify your OPT end date early
Bring up your OPT authorization in the second or third conversation, not after an offer. Hiring managers need time to consult HR. Waiting until the offer stage creates unnecessary pressure and occasionally causes offers to fall through.
Highlight STEM extension eligibility if applicable
Finance, actuarial science, and risk management degrees commonly qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Mentioning this upfront gives employers a longer planning window and significantly reduces hesitation about hiring an OPT student.
Frame your analytics skills as a direct match
Underwriting teams rely heavily on data analysis, Excel modeling, and risk quantification. Leading with specific technical skills, such as loss ratio analysis or actuarial table interpretation, positions you as a productive hire from day one.
Ask specifically about H-1B sponsorship history
During interviews, ask whether the company has sponsored H-1B visas for underwriting or finance roles before. A company with prior sponsorship history is far more likely to support your transition after OPT expires than one with no record of it.
Get your EAD card details ready before applying
Have your EAD category code, authorized period, and DSO contact information ready before submitting applications. Employers who are unfamiliar with OPT often ask for documentation quickly, and being prepared signals professionalism and reduces friction.
Underwriting Assistant OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Underwriting Assistants?
Yes. Underwriting Assistant roles qualify for F-1 OPT authorization when the position is directly related to your degree field. Finance, economics, mathematics, and actuarial science degrees are the most common qualifiers. You must be working within your OPT authorization period and your job duties must align with your declared major. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field, you may also qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension.
Do Underwriting Assistant jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as actuarial science, applied mathematics, statistics, or computer science, and the underwriting role uses those skills, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. The extension is tied to your major's CIP code. Check with your DSO to confirm whether your specific degree qualifies before assuming eligibility.
How do I find Underwriting Assistant employers who are comfortable hiring OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces Underwriting Assistant roles at employers with documented OPT and visa sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that will stall or rescind offers once they learn your work authorization status. Filtering by sponsorship history before applying saves significant time and reduces offer-stage surprises.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I'm laid off from an Underwriting Assistant job?
You enter a 60-day unemployment grace period. During this time, you must either find a new qualifying position, change your visa status, or leave the country. The 60 days are cumulative across your entire OPT period, not reset with each job. Track your unemployment days carefully. If you're approaching the limit, contact your DSO immediately to review your options before the grace period expires.
Will an employer need to file anything with USCIS to hire me on OPT?
No. OPT is pre-approved work authorization. Your employer does not file anything with USCIS to bring you on. You provide your EAD card as proof of work authorization during the I-9 process, and that's it. For STEM OPT extensions, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a formal training plan, but standard OPT requires no government filings from the employer's side.