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About this Underwriting Trainee (Commercial Industry Segments) role at CNA

CNA · Onsite · Chicago, IL, USA

You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential. 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

CNA’s Underwriting Trainee Program offers a rewarding career path for individuals interested in working for a company that provides hands on experience and unique opportunities. As an Underwriting Trainee, you will have access to professional skills development, productivity courses and much more. Our curriculum provides:  


  • Instruction in insurance basics; underwriting, professional, sales and marketing skills.
  • Technical training within discipline(s) and deeper knowledge of the broader industry.
  • A combination of on the job and virtual training.
  • Exposure to multiple lines of business and industry segments through a formal mentoring program.
  • Instructor-led training, testing, self-study courses, Web-based training and practical application.
  • A working relationship with critical enterprise-wide support functions.
  • A unique opportunity to interact with senior leadership.
  • A comprehensive program which will allow the candidate to foster an excellent foundation which aligns to their skillset in Commercial Industry Segments (small business, middle market or construction) through an exciting, growth-focused part of the organization in the Underwriting Hub.
  • A chance to work a diverse variety of accounts in different geographies, sizes, and complexity as they develop alongside others in their Trainee cohort in either Chicago or Radnor, PA (Philadelphia).

We offer an opportunity for you to work with other underwriting, risk control and claim consultants to meet the evolving insurance needs of our clients. CNA’s underwriters are responsible for selecting and pricing risks that have profit potential. The process requires underwriters to evaluate a business by reviewing industry, business and government data, then deciding whether to accept or decline the risk. The underwriter is also responsible for pricing, as well as maintaining a steady flow of new and renewal business. Our effective career pathing programs, including our leadership tracks, offer you the opportunity to grow your career at CNA.  


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In certain jurisdictions, CNA is legally required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. In District of Columbia, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York and Washington, the national base pay range for this job level is $35,000 to $65,000 annually. Salary determinations are based on various factors, including but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location. CNA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to help our employees – and their family members – achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals.  For a detailed look at CNA’s benefits, please visit cnabenefits.com.


CNA utilizes AI-enabled technology during the recruiting process. For more information, please visit our careers page.


CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected]

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About CNA

At CNA, we are focused on success, individually and collectively. We pride ourselves on promoting a culture that challenges and engages people. We strive to connect people, departments and business areas, to function as a team, and to serve our customers and communities with professionalism and respect. Our dedication to employee engagement, continuous learning and the open exchange of ideas is the cornerstone of our business. These ideals, combined with our focus on the customer, enable us to explore new market opportunities and build on our success. Our values, culture and financial strength are what differentiates us from other employers and make CNA the place you want to work.

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