Early Careers: Commercial Risk Intern

Early Careers: Commercial Risk Intern, Winter 2025

Are you looking for an opportunity to gain professional experience in a dynamic environment? Do you have interest in Risk and Insurance? Aon is looking for Commercial Risk Interns to join the Summer Internship Program! 

This is an in-person opportunity.

Available Location: Halifax office

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada. This role is not eligible for sponsorship, and we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa or work permit. 

Aon is in the business of better decisions 

At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world.  

As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. 

What the day will look like 

• Accurate data entry and attention to detail; 
• Entering client and insurer information in an accurate and timely manner (if required); 
• Producing documents, endorsements, invoices and letters (if required); 
• Filing, policy tracking/recording, and entry into 3rd party accounting systems; 
• Maintaining quality controls and checking work for accuracy; 

• Escalating, as required, complex/difficult processing issues to the appropriate team leader; 
• Other projects as deemed required. 

How this opportunity is different 

This is an exciting opportunity for students to learn, contribute, and gain real-world work experience in a collaborative environment. Interns have the chance to learn more about Aon’s culture and businesses while developing practical skills necessary for future success and postgraduate opportunities. The program equips interns with an understanding of working in an environment dedicated to exceeding client expectations and delivering products and services distinct to unique client needs: 

• 4 months paid program; 
• Challenging work on significant client projects; 
• Weekly global roundtables with Aon business leader; 
• One on one internship mentoring; 
• Networking opportunities with Aon colleagues and other students across the Canada, the US & UK; 
• Formal and informal feedback throughout the program. 

Skills and experience that will lead to success 

• Competent keyboarding, computer and data entry skills; 
• Proficiency in Microsoft office products such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook is required; 
• Excellent interpersonal skills; 
• Ability to work collaboratively as a key member of a service team; 

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment; 
• Strong organization skills and the ability to prioritize under pressure to meet deadlines 

Education 

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in progress in Business, Finance, Economics, Risk Management, Insurance or a relevant field. 

How we support our colleagues 

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! 

Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. 

We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation on ReasonableAdjustments@Aon.com 

Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.  

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