I loved the company values and benifits. Everyone was very plesent to work with.
What I wish was different
I do not like COBOL, so maybe another language to study would've been nice.
Advice
Be open to learning - Auto-Owners wants you to succed, but you have to be willing to learnin to succed.
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Frontend Software Developer
June - August 2020 • Lansing, MI
What I liked
The team I worked with was very welcoming and kind. Even though I was only there for a few weeks and the internship was remote, they made sure to make me feel included. I also like how involved the internship program was and how Auto-Owners made sure to connect interns with others. About once a week I met with someone knew within the company - whether that be another intern not in I.T. or a manager. I also liked how they invited interns to meetings to learn more about Auto-Owners and to learn more about working in a professional environment.
What I wish was different
I wish it would have been possible for the internship to be in-person, although I understand why that was not possible.
Advice
Don't be afraid to ask questions! Your mentor was new once too and they are there to help you be your best.
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Insurance Underwriter Intern
June 2020 • Fargo, ND
What I liked
I liked that all the associates were very friendly, and that everyone there is super accepting of Interns. Couldn't have asked for a better experience.
What I wish was different
During Covid times, I wish that the job would have been in the office, so I could experience more, but it was still very enjoyable.
Advice
I would recommend everyone from any field to apply for this internship. The company and associates are friendly, and the work is amazing.
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Corporate Marketing Intern
June - August 2020 • Lansing, MI
What I liked
I was given responsibilities that were actually used by the company.
What I wish was different
Nothing.
Advice
The people that work here are friendly, driven, and personable.
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Insurance Underwriting Intern
June 2020 • Draper, UT
What I liked
Great company culture, great co-workers, smooth work from home interface.
What I wish was different
Advice
Be prepared to ask questions.
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Loss Control Services Associate
June - July 2020 • Lansing, MI
What I liked
My team was very supportive and helpful. Even though it was a virtual internship, my coworkers always made a point to touch base with me and see how I was doing.
What I wish was different
I wish the internship was in person, but COVID-19 has been a prevalent issue, so I understand why it had to be virtual.
Advice
Always show the initiative to do your work. Be a self-starter and don't wait for people to tell you what you should be working on. This will make you stand out to any employer.
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Software Developer Intern
May 2018 - August 2019 • Lansing, MI
What I liked
Auto-Owners Insurance is a phenomenal company to work for! Their full-time offer's salary at first seemed low but when you begin to add up the benefits and bonuses it makes the offer quite competitive! I sincerely look forward to starting there full-time in June of 2020!
What I wish was different
My first year of my internship I wish I had subleased a place in Lansing. Driving an hour each way every day from Mt Pleasant was WAY too much driving!
Advice
No matter how confident you are in your skills, just do the internship! The training at AO is the best, bar none! I learned more in two months there than I learned in my four years of Computer Science classes!
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Insurance Underwriting Intern
May - August 2019 • Draper, UT
What I liked
The culture of the company is great. All the managers have an open-door policy which made asking questions a lot easier. Co-workers were all super friendly and helpful. The training program that they put you through is helpful and gets you up to speed quickly. You actually work and get hands-on experience. I learned a ton about auto insurance that has helped me in my personal life and finances.
What I wish was different
The computer program that they use to underwrite insurance policies is an old DOS system from the '80s. It's time for a system upgrade.
Advice
Don't be afraid to explore the insurance industry. I know that the insurance industry gets a bad rap. Put aside all generalizations of what you think the industry is like and really get to know the ins and outs of insurance. Learning about the industry will help you so much in your personal life when trying to find insurance, and understand all the jargon.
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Auto Claims Adjuster Intern
May - August 2019 • Indianapolis, IN
What I liked
I handled everyday claims and helped customers with their troubles. It was the true “real life” experience I was wanting in an internship.
What I wish was different
I specifically handled single party auto claims. I was able to shadow some property reps, but I wish I could have seen more home/business inspections.
Advice
When on the phone with a customer and they are yelling at you. The majority of the time they will be frustrated with something that has nothing to do with you. You just have to laugh about it and not take to heart. Just try and help the customer as best as possible.
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Personal Lines Underwriting
June 2019 • Columbia, SC
What I liked
From the very beginning I was told this was not going to a typical internship where’d I be filing paper, making coffee runs, shredding paper, ect... The very first day I began training and quickly began doing normal everyday tasks that the full time employees did too. It was a great way for me to learn more about underwriting while getting first hand experience.
What I wish was different
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Personal Underwriting Intern
May - August 2018 • Forest, VA
What I liked
I loved how I got to be a part of the team! I was able to do real work to contribute. The branch was so welcoming!
What I wish was different
I wish I had been able to go out in the field more.
Advice
Don't be scared to ask questions and get out of your comfort zone. There is so much to learn!
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associate business analyst
May 2018 • Lansing, MI
What I liked
The company lets you do real work and the family-like atmosphere makes getting work done a lot more easy.
What I wish was different
There’s not much that could have been better.
Advice
Be ready to do actual work. Adapting to the corporate environment is a bit strange coming from a run of the mill job.
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Phone Auditor Intern
May - August 2018 • Lansing, MI
What I liked
I liked how they treated me like a full time employee and there were monthly events just for interns.
What I wish was different
I wish I shadowed a little more before training for the job.
Advice
Be sure to network with the other interns.
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Actuarial Intern
May 2018 • Lansing, MI
What I liked
This was my second summer interning at Auto-Owners. I love the company culture and environment. They really care about their associates and focus on your development. I was given real actuarial work to complete and had the opportunity to present to the CEO of the company two times this summer.
What I wish was different
N/A
Advice
Take advantage of all the opportunities handed to you. Ask plenty of questions and don't be afraid to speak up. It is important to learn as much as possible and let your talents show.
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Insurance Underwriting Intern
May 2017 • Lakeland, FL
What I liked
I enjoyed the fact that I am able to do real work for the company like any other associate. I am learning new things every day and gaining valuable office skills such as organization, communication, written skills, and professionalism. The work environment is very friendly and management is very accommodating!
What I wish was different
Sometimes I wish I had more projects and tasks that were different than the every day routine.
Advice
Soak up as much information as you can because a knowledgeable employee is very impressive! Being able to follow along and provide suggestions makes you valuable!
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Insurance Underwriting Intern
May - August 2018 • Lakeland, FL
What I liked
The management team was so wonderful. Everyone there was like a family.
What I wish was different
I wish they had a spot for me to stay but unfortunately they didn’t have room to make it work.
Advice
Even if I wasn’t able to stay, it was a great experience and I learned so many things. Not only about underwriting and insurance, but about business and management styles.
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Sofrware engineer
May - August 2018 • Lansing, MI
What I liked
Fun work. Great people. Competitive pay for a college student. Applicable experience for this field.
What I wish was different
Not much
Advice
Have fun.
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Life Product Services Intern
May - August 2018 • Lansing, MI
What I liked
I loved everything about my internship at AO. I was able to shadow multiple departments within the company and do real work as opposed to grunt work.
What I wish was different
I have no complaints.
Advice
To take advantage of all the opportunities AO affords interns.
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IT intern
May - August 2017 • Lansing, MI
What I liked
The company was great! I was not a computer science major and had very limited programming experience, but they trained me in the program I would be using. They gave me a mentor who helped me along the way if I didn't understand anything. They were great about helping me learn the program, answer any questions I had, and even meet with me to discuss my progress.
What I wish was different
Nothing, it was a great internship.
Advice
Don't be afraid to ask questions. Everyone there has been where you are, and they know what it's like to learn a new program, so don't be afraid to ask for help if you don't understand something.
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Computer Programmer
April - August 2018 • Lansing, MI
What I liked
I loved it! I felt super welcome and learned a ton.
