Summer Intern - Financial Accounting and Reporting

Location: Douglas, Isle of Man 

Closing date for applications: 21st April 2025

Zurich 2025 Summer Internship*

We are delighted to announce that the Zurich Summer Internship Programme is back for another exciting year in 2025, packed with fresh opportunities for ambitious professionals like you!

The 2025 Zurich Summer Internship Programme is all about giving you hands-on experience, mentorship, and a glimpse into the professional world. It's the perfect chance for students and recent graduates to gain real-world knowledge and boost their skills in a fun and supportive environment. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to kickstart your career!

What's new?

Following feedback from our previous Intern cohorts we have refreshed our internship programme to offer more opportunity to collaborate with professionals across our organisation and learn more about Zurich as a whole and how we operate as a business. You'll have the chance to participate in real-life projects, delve into our products and services whilst gaining practical experience that will set you up for future success.

Who are we looking for? 

We are looking for an enthusiastic and passionate student to join us across our Financial Accounting & Reporting Team where you will gain insight into what it means to work in a financial reporting department. We are looking for someone:

• with a passion for numbers thinking about a career in finance or accounting.
• who likes problem solving and thinks outside the box.
• who wants to gain experience working with a financial reporting team in a fast-paced environment.

Skills and experience…. 

• A focus on numeric or technical qualifications would be an advantage but not essential.
• Good PC skills including working knowledge of MS Office & Excel.
• Strong, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• A self-starter who can work as part of a team.
• An ability to prioritise tasks and deliver results within tight deadlines.

A bit more about what you will be doing…. 

• Assist in the completion of financial reporting processes.
• Gain experience across the different functions of the team – Group Reporting, Statutory Reporting and Projects.
• More widely support the finance department, including current projects.

Additionally, as a group, you will be:

• Engaging in business-wide projects and interacting with relevant stakeholders. 
• Leading an external volunteering project that will positively impact the Island’s community.

Why a Zurich Summer Internship?

• Competitive pro rata salary
• Gain experience of a fast-moving, competitive, and business-focused environment whilst completing your studies!
• Free car parking
• Awards for Excellence Employer of the Year 2022, Awards for Excellence Sustainable Business of the Year & UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man Award for Energy 2023
• Access to all committee events
• 25 days holiday pro rata for the duration of the internship

*Please note, the internships are only open to applicants who are aged 16 or over from 1st April 2025 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 are Zurich International Life!  
 

We support our fellow business units who provide life and savings products to markets around the world.  Based out of the Isle of Man since 1982, Zurich has built a strong reputation as a reliable, dependable yet innovative insurer and regularly receives recognition and awards from the industry.

This role is based in our state-of-the-art Isle of Man office alongside a further 360 employees at this location.

Please take a look at the video for an insight into Zurich: 

https://players.brightcove.net/5768412917001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6318953386112

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.