Internships with Canopius: explore your future
The Canopius Summer Internship Programme is a dynamic five-week programme designed to provide you with an invaluable opportunity to earn the London living wage while developing essential skills for your future career. This rewarding experience offers placements across four key departments: Credit & Political Risk, Accident & Health, Portfolio Solutions and Marine Hull, Liability & Cargo. Each role is crafted to enhance your professional growth and give you a comprehensive understanding of the insurance industry.
Join us this summer and take the first step towards a successful career with Canopius. Explore the possibilities, gain practical experience, and build a foundation for your future in a supportive and stimulating environment.
Why Apply for an Internship at Canopius?
Taking on an internship with Canopius offers numerous benefits and advantages that can significantly impact your career trajectory.
Here are 10 reasons why you should consider an internship:
An internship will widen the breadth of your experience, adding valuable content to your CV that will make you stand out to future employers. By gaining insurance industry experience you’re also making yourself more employable, and practical exposure to your field is highly valued by potential employers and can give you a competitive edge.
Test if the job is the right fit for you. Internships allow you to experience the day-to-day realities of a profession, helping you make informed career decisions.
Get exposure to senior professionals within the business. This interaction not only enhances your learning but also provides opportunities to make a meaningful impact in your business area.
Internships can be a pathway to permanent roles. Impress during your internship, and you will be in a stronger position for future job openings within the company.
Grow your network within the industry. The connections you make during your internship can be invaluable for future career opportunities.
Build confidence in a professional work setting. The experience you gain will help you feel more comfortable and capable in professional environments.
Put your theoretical knowledge to the test in a practical setting. Applying what you’ve learned in the classroom to real-world situations deepens your understanding and skillset.
Hone specific skills that are valuable in your desired career path. Tailored experiences help you develop expertise that is directly relevant to your future goals.
Differentiate yourself from candidates with similar academic qualifications but less practical experience. Real-world experience sets you apart in a crowded job market.
Increase your self-esteem within professional environments. Successfully navigating the challenges of an internship can significantly boost your confidence and self-assuredness.
By undertaking an internship with us, you not only enhance your CV but also gain invaluable insights, skills, and connections that will propel your career forward. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a substantial impact on your professional journey. Apply now and take the first step towards a promising future!
Eligibility
You must have legal right to work in the UK as our internship roles are not ones we can sponsor.
You will not be able to apply for an internship:
- If you are currently undertaking another internship, work experience or qualification which will prevent you from working full time for five weeks from 28th July – 29th August 2025.
- If you are not authorised to work in the UK (Canopius is unable to offer Visa sponsorship for this position).
The positions available
Credit & Political Risk
Canopius’ global political risk, trade, and credit underwriting team provides coverage for losses due to government action, political unrest, and economic turmoil. They offer specialised services to secure overseas assets and protect financial payments. Their crisis management products include sabotage, terrorism, and kidnap and ransom, supported by expert risk consultants. They lead and co-lead credit and political risk placements, working closely with Lloyd’s brokers. The trade political risk team focuses on indemnifying financial losses in foreign countries.
Accident & Health
The Accident and Health team provides international insurance solutions for groups and individuals across various trades and occupational classes. They offer coverage for group and individual risks, aviation, sports disability, medical expenses, high-risk personal accidents, ship/yacht crew, key person insurance, occupational accidents, business travel, and credit card insurance. Additionally, they handle reinsurance, including facultative excess of loss and quota share. Their specialists tailor benefits to meet diverse client needs, working closely with Lloyd’s brokers to provide appropriate products.
Portfolio Solutions
Canopius Portfolio Solutions offers follow capacity to multi-class portfolios in the global (re)insurance market, supporting key trading partners with stable capacity and streamlined processing. They provide meaningful capacity across multiple territories and swift underwriting decisions. Their portfolio solutions include various structures such as binders, delegated authority arrangements, e-traded underwriting, line slips, MGAs, preferred panels, quota shares, and market trackers.
Marine Hull, Liability, and Cargo
Canopius provides marine liability insurance through Lloyd’s in London and operations in the US, Singapore, and Australia. Their team has in-depth knowledge of vessels, cargo, and ports, supported by a dedicated in-house claims team for seamless support. They pride themselves on high levels of service and technical expertise, offering both standard and tailored insurance solutions.
Young Talent Reports
At Canopius we are dedicated to championing young talent and fostering their growth within the insurance industry. We recognise that the future leaders of our market are not just the decision-makers of tomorrow; they are the innovators who will drive change.
Discover the gap between young professionals’ expectations and our industry’s offerings in our latest report on young talent in APAC.
FAQs
What is the difference between an apprenticeship and an internship?
One key difference between internships and apprenticeships is the duration. The summer internships last five weeks, whereas the apprenticeships will last two years. The internships provide work experience for students where they can utilise their skills to support their teams on key projects. On the other hand, an apprentice will receive training from an apprenticeship provider and therefore work towards a qualification.
Will I get paid to do an internship at Canopius?
You will be paid the London living wage for the duration of the internship.
What is the duration of an internship?
The internship will last for five weeks (28th July – 29th August 2025).
What kind of internships are available at Canopius?
We are offering internships across Credit & Political Risk, Accident & Health, Portfolio Solutions and Marine Hull, Liability & Cargo.
