Mid-market Underwriting, New Graduate Rotational Program (September 2026 Start)
We are seeking a highly motivated and talented individual to join our Mid-market Underwriting New Graduate Rotational Program. This program is designed for students who are either about to graduate, or who have graduated within the last two years (if already employed with Definity, graduated within the past five years and have been in your role for no longer than 15 months).
Underwriters are responsible for evaluating the acceptability of a customer’s business, using analytical skills to thoroughly understand the business and its risk profile, determining the appropriate coverage and pricing strategy, and negotiating contract terms with the broker. If you’re a solutions-oriented, analytical thinker with strong initiative who is excellent at building relationships, we’d like to hear from you.
The program will provide recent graduates with a comprehensive understanding of commercial underwriting within the insurance industry. As a participant in the program, you will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience and develop a strong foundation in property & casualty commercial underwriting through a structured rotation across different areas of the business.
The program includes a structured learning plan, plenty of social opportunities to interact and meet others in the field, and access to business leaders who’ll guide and mentor you along the way. Learning through experience, you’ll have the chance to contribute to the growth of our business from the start.
When your program is complete, you'll have advanced business knowledge of the company, new skills and insights, excellent growth opportunities, and are expected to continue your career path by obtaining a role within one of the rotations.
Rotational program length: Two-years - three multi-month placements within Mid-market processing and underwriting.
Rotation business areas: Auto and Property Processing, Small & Medium Enterprise Underwriting, Mid-market Underwriting
What can you expect in this role?
- In your rotation as an Underwriting Assistant, begin to understand underwriting processes and familiarize yourself with guidelines, workflows, and systems in order to support completion of a variety of tasks
- Meet quality and production expectations on a regular basis
- A collaborative approach and effective teamwork abilities
- An ability to adapt to a changing work environment
Application Process:
Submit your cover letter, resume, and academic transcripts (either unofficial or official) in one PDF document under the resume section online by September 26, 2025.
Interview:
As part of our first-round selection process, you will be asked to complete a one-way video assessment through Harver, our digital screening platform
Those invited back for the last round will participate in an in-person interview at our Toronto or Waterloo office location
If you have any questions about Definity’s Graduate Rotational Programs, contact our campus recruitment team at campusrecruiting@definity.com.
Salary Range: $50,200 - $92,500
