Summer Intern - Retail Operations

Location: Douglas, Isle of Man 
Closing date for applications: 15th April 2026

Zurich 2026 Summer Internship*

We are delighted to announce that the Zurich Summer Internship Programme is back for another exciting year in 2026—filled with fresh opportunities for ambitious professionals like you!

The 2026 programme is designed to give you hands-on experience, dedicated mentorship, and a real insight into the professional world. It’s the perfect opportunity for students and recent graduates to build skills, gain practical knowledge, and develop their careers in a supportive and engaging environment. Don’t miss your chance to kickstart your future with us.

What’s new?

Following feedback from our previous intern cohorts, we’ve refreshed our programme to offer even more opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the organisation. You’ll gain a broader understanding of Zurich as a business, take part in real-life projects, explore our products and services, and develop valuable practical experience that will set you up for success.

The opportunity:

As an Operations Intern at Zurich, you’ll dive into the heart of our business, tackling hands-on projects that really matter. You’ll join forces with friendly, supportive colleagues and see first-hand how our teams come together to deliver awesome results for our customers.

Your internship is more than a role; it’s a passport to exploring different areas of our business, sharing ideas, and finding out where your strengths truly shine. You’ll work alongside diverse teams, contribute to exciting projects, and see how your efforts help shape a brighter future for our customers and our company.

Along the way, you’ll build powerful skills like creative problem-solving, clear communication, and working flexibly as part of a team. These are the kind of abilities that will give you an edge, no matter where your career takes you next. At Zurich, you’re not just gaining experience, you’re building your future.

What you’ll get up to:

• Support real projects that make a difference.  Help us find smarter ways to work and make customers even happier!
• Tackle everyday tasks like data entry, document management, and reporting, so you see how the business really ticks.
• Team up with colleagues across different departments and get involved in cross-functional projects — your ideas matter here.
• Join team meetings, share your perspective, and pitch creative solutions.
• Help shape the way we work by putting together presentations and reports for our team.
• Gain insight into Zurich’s risk management and compliance standards.
• Ensure exceptional service and support for internal teammates and external customers

What makes you stand out:

• You’re curious, proactive, and excited to learn new things every day.
• Your attention to detail and organisational abilities help you consistently hit your deadlines.
• You care about getting things right and making a real impact.
• You’re a clear communicator and comfortable sharing your thoughts, both in writing and out loud.
• Working with others is second nature to you.  You’re empathetic, reliable, and collaborative.
• You’re familiar with Microsoft Office tools like Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• You’re interested in the world of insurance, business operations, and what it means to put customers first.

What’s in it for you?

• Get hands-on training and learn directly from talented, supportive mentors.
• Make your mark — your ideas and contributions will be valued and seen.
• Experience Zurich’s global reach and core values: Brighter, Future, Together.
• Build your professional network across different teams and departments.
• Set clear goals, track your development, and get helpful feedback every step of the way.

Why a Zurich Summer Internship?

• Competitive pro rata salary
• 28 days holiday pro rata for the duration of the internship
• Gain experience of a fast-moving, competitive, and business-focused environment whilst completing your studies
• Free car parking
• Awards for Excellence Sustainable Business of the Year & UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man Award for Energy 2023
• Access to all committee events
• Awards for Excellence Employer of the Year 2025

*Please note, the internships are only open to applicants who are aged 16 or over from 1st April 2026 and have the right to work on the Isle of Man. 

*Our summer internship program kicks off in June and runs for 3 months. We do ask for your full commitment throughout the program. If you've already booked any holidays, just give us a heads-up in your application. Thanks!

Who are we?
We provide life and savings products to markets around the world.   
This role is based in our state-of-the-art Isle of Man office alongside a further 390 employees at this location.

Our culture:      
At Zurich on the Isle of Man, our sense of community is strong and we’re particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion. We want our people to bring their whole selves to the workplace and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, race, gender or sexual identity, beliefs, or culture. We are committed to treating all our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability, or any other protected characteristic.    
   
We have an environment that places a real importance on our people’s wellbeing from a physical, mental, social and financial perspective. We work with our wellbeing partners and industry experts to provide the best advice and access to a wealth of lifestyle support. We’re also committed to continuous improvement, and we offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.       
 

We’re passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, is one of the longest-established corporate trusts in the UK. In that time, we’ve awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.    
 

So, make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us.