Fall 2026 - Commercial Risk Management/Insurance Intern

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 San Francisco 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:

EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants' Birmingham, Alabama office is hiring Fall 2026 Commercial/Risk Management & Insurance interns. These opportunities could potentially continue into summer of 2027.

These opportunities are ONLY open to students currently enrolled in a 4-yr college/university (preferably students going into their senior year) who are able to work at least 15 hours a week in our Birmingham office (5 days a week). This is a paid internship. 

LOCATION: Birmingham, Alabama - 15+ hours a week in-office during college year 2026-2027 (starting September 2026)

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

The Commercial/Risk Management & Insurance Intern will participate in the following activities:

• Breakfast/lunch/dinner meetings with clients, partners and prospects accompanied by other members of the company


• Internal/external business meetings with clients accompanied by other members of the company


• Insurance carrier meetings


• Professional seminars/industry meetings


• Job shadow of all consulting services offered by the company


• Research and analyze information relevant to business development


• Sit in on claims and litigation calls with consultants, adjusters, legal counsel, etc.


• Read and discuss various reports and documents (policy coverage forms, claims details, litigation reports, etc.)


• Assist with the development of client presentations


• General office procedures including data entry, scanning, collating informational packets, trafficking calls, etc.


• Corporate social events such as company picnics/celebrations


• Other miscellaneous projects as needed

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Extreme attention to detail; critical thinking and problem-solving skills


• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written


• Self‐motivated with the ability to work both independently and with a team


• Excellent customer service skills to manage both internal and external clients


• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint


• Ability to be punctual, reliable and professional

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• REQUIRED: Must be currently enrolled full-time in a 4-year college or university


• Minimum of at least 3.0 GPA


• Preferred: Risk Management, Insurance, or Business Majors

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. 

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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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