Early Careers
Learn more about opportunities for students and graduates at Arch Insurance International.
Early Careers
At Arch Insurance, we’re passionate about investing in the next generation of talent. That’s why our Early Careers Programmes are designed to do more than just open doors, they’re built to launch meaningful, impactful careers in the insurance industry.
From day one, you’ll be empowered to contribute, grow, and make a difference. Each programme is crafted to give you the tools, experiences, and support you need to thrive.
Our range of UK early careers programmes include summer internships, commercial insurance apprenticeships and graduate programmes.
Arch at a Glance
Arch Insurance International, part of the Arch Capital Group, is a market-leading insurer located in the UK. We provide a range of property, casualty, and specialty insurance for corporations, professional firms, and financial institutions across the UK, Europe and Internationally, with a significant presence in the Lloyd’s and London Underwriting market.
Arch Insurance recognises the need to be a digital insurer and as such has shifted focus from traditional technology initiatives to agile driven digital initiatives, leading the commercial & specialty insurance space. Arch offers an entrepreneurial work environment that empowers the individual and encourages constant learning and growth..
People are at the centre of everything we do at Arch, and we are passionate about investing in the future talent of the insurance industry and providing early career paths where everyone can thrive.
Summer Internship Programme
Aimed at students in their penultimate year of university, our Summer Internship Programme offers an exciting opportunity to gain an insight into our business, culture and the insurance industry across an eight-week paid programme.
Click on each of the opportunities below to find out more information.
2026 Summer Internship Opportunities
Recruitment Process
- Monday 6th October 2025: Applications open
- Friday 30th January 2026: Applications close
- Monday 9th February – Friday 20th February 2026: Online interviews
- Monday 22nd June 2026 – Friday 14th August 2026: Summer Internship
Rotational Graduate Programme
Our Rotational Graduate Programme is aimed at individuals looking to launch careers within the insurance industry, providing opportunity to make an impact from Day 1.
Throughout the two-year programme, the graduates will explore different areas of the business by rotating around various teams, allowing them the opportunity to discover where they would like to build their future careers. Alongside the day-to-day role, we provide dedicated study time for our graduates to gain their Chartered Institute of Insurance (CII) qualifications, with the support of mentors across the business.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary.
- Competitive benefits package.
- Learning and development opportunities.
Recruitment Process
Applications for our 2026 Graduate Programme (Underwriting & Claims) are open now.
- Monday 6th October 2025: Applications open
- Friday 30th January 2026: Applications close
- Thursday 26th March 2026: Assessment centre
- Monday 6th April – Friday 10th April 2026: Online interviews
- Monday 21st September 2026: Graduate Programme start date
Applications for our 2027 programme (Underwriting, Claims, Operations & Exposure Management) will open in October 2026.
Actuarial Graduate Programme
Our Actuarial Graduate Programme is aimed at individuals looking to launch careers within the Actuarial space.
Graduates will spend time in our various Actuarial teams across the 2-year programme, where they will receive full training and development to help discover what a career as an Actuary in the London Market can look like. Graduates will have support and time dedicated to studying towards their Actuarial qualifications (Institute and Faculty of Actuaries – IFoA).
What We Offer
- Competitive salary.
- Competitive benefits package.
- Learning and development opportunities.
Recruitment Process
- Monday 6th October 2025: Applications open
- Friday 16th January 2026: Applications close
- Tuesday 24th February 2026: Assessment centre
- Monday 9th March – Friday 13th March 2026: Online interviews
- Monday 21st September 2026: Graduate Programme start date
Arch Academy Commercial Insurance Apprenticeship Scheme
The Arch Academy is our two-year Commercial Insurance Apprenticeship Scheme aimed at school leavers looking to gain qualifications and start their professional journeys within the insurance industry.
An enriched training programme within our Regional Commercial Insurance and Underwriting teams, where individuals will gain their CII qualification through an apprenticeship programme. Alongside the day-to-day role, apprentices will develop commercial, technical and corporate skills with the support of team members and mentors across the business.
Fairs and Events
We would love to speak to you! We will be attending a variety of upcoming career fairs and events in the near future. Watch this space for updates on the different events that we will be attending.
Testimonials
“I really enjoyed my time at Arch, and a big part of that was thanks to how welcoming and supportive my team were. The working environment was great. I always felt comfortable speaking to people, even outside my department, and everyone was approachable and friendly from day one.”
— 2025 Intern
“The recruitment process for the graduate programme at Arch provided plenty of opportunities to demonstrate your strengths throughout and it was clear the recruiters wanted you to succeed. The interviewers and assessors were approachable and welcoming which created a relaxed atmosphere in the final stages and helped put me at ease.”
— 2025 Graduate
“My apprenticeship allows me to work and learn simultaneously. The apprenticeship allows me to demonstrate my work ethic in a practical environment whilst having the theory learning in the background to compliment my practical learning. You could never find in a classroom where you learn so much on a chosen career. Arch allows me to build up the skills and experience necessary for my chosen pathway, with the help and support of highly skilled underwriters. Talking with intermediaries (brokers) and having to make evidence-based decisions, are just a couple, of the many, great parts of my apprenticeship.”
– 2023 UKR Academy
“Unlike other graduate recruitment processes, Arch allowed me to share my voice from the beginning. It meant that recruiters looked beyond my CV and developed a more accurate understanding of my potential. Additionally, the in-person assessment day provided an invaluable and unique insight into Arch and the broader insurance industry.
I would really encourage any future graduates to apply!”
— 2023 Graduate