Underwriter Trainee Program - Plano

Sentry Insurance Agency • Plano, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently seeking an individual who is a detail oriented, intuitive thinking problem solver to join our Commercial Lines Underwriter training program. If you are looking for a career in underwriting, this could be the right opportunity for you! This is a hybrid position, requiring Tues-Thurs in-office in Plano, TX. Mondays and Fridays can be worked from home. This position will begin in June 2026. What You’ll Do As a participant in our Underwriter Trainee Program, you will go through a 6-month structured program to learn how to evaluate commercial lines accounts including all property/casualty lines of business. You will determine appropriate coverage terms, decide upon a pricing strategy and work with agents to complete insurance transactions for new and renewal business. During the 6 months of scheduled training, you will: Complete coursework on standard industry coverage forms and basic insurance topics. Participate in interactive virtual and in person sessions with extensive use of actual accounts as case studies. Attend 2 separate 3 three day sessions at our Home Office in Stevens Point, Wisconsin Work actual accounts in consultation with your mentor underwriter Following the 6 month program, in collaboration of your mentor/local managers you will begin working with increased underwriting authority and autonomy with the expectation to become a productive, independent commercial lines underwriter with standard authority within 12 months of starting the program.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
• PC skills in programs such as Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Access
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills along with analytical and mathematical skills

Nice To Haves

• Risk management, Insurance or Finance degrees preferred
• Prior insurance related work or internship helpful, but not required

Responsibilities

• Evaluate commercial lines accounts including all property/casualty lines of business.
• Determine appropriate coverage terms, decide upon a pricing strategy and work with agents to complete insurance transactions for new and renewal business.
• Complete coursework on standard industry coverage forms and basic insurance topics.
• Participate in interactive virtual and in person sessions with extensive use of actual accounts as case studies.
• Attend 2 separate 3 three day sessions at our Home Office in Stevens Point, Wisconsin
• Work actual accounts in consultation with your mentor underwriter
• Begin working with increased underwriting authority and autonomy with the expectation to become a productive, independent commercial lines underwriter with standard authority within 12 months of starting the program.

Benefits

• Sentry is happy to offer flexibility through a scheduled Hybrid work model. Monday and Friday work from home if you choose to, Tuesday through Thursday you’ll work in office.
• As a Sentry associate, you will have an in-office workspace and materials for your home office. In addition to the laptop, you will receive prior to your start, Sentry will provide equipment for your home office.
• Meal Subsidy available for associates who report to an office.
• 401(K) plan with a dollar for dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future.
• Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our Tuition Reimbursement program
• Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office as well as Volunteer-Time off
• Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Parental leave, and our Health and Wellness benefits to encourage a healthy lifestyle.
• Well-being and Employee Assistance programs
• Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level