Associate Degree Apprenticeship Program - RCIS Claims - Georgia (Summer 2025)

Zurich North America’s Apprentice Program

Zurich is accepting resumes for our 2025 Apprentice Program! The program is scheduled to start in Summer 2025, but please apply now for early consideration.

Our innovative General Insurance Apprentice Program allows participants to simultaneously gain the education and the experience to launch a rewarding career as a Crop Claims Adjuster with Rural Community Insurance Services (RCIS).

Zurich’s initiative is to develop a new generation of workers to help the U.S. succeed in the 21st century economy.

This two-year program combines targeted online coursework at Northeast Iowa Community College and completion of the Crop Adjuster Proficiency Program (CAPP) with relevant work rotations.

Seeking candidates located within the following counties in Georgia ; Emanual, Jenkins, Burke, Screven, or Bulloch.

In one of the regions listed above the Apprentice would support our Crop Claims Team in :

• Maintaining relationships with farmers to review policies, procedures, and claim adjustments
• Adapting to changing priorities and scheduling conflicts
• Serving customers in the agricultural community

Apprentices who successfully complete this two-year program will :

• Work in a full-time Crop Claims Adjuster position at RCIS
• Earn a tuition-free Associate in Applied Science degree in Agriculture Business
• Receive a Department of Labor Certificate of Apprenticeship
• Earn CAPP certification and licensing
• Possess credentials and skills for today’s ever-changing marketplace

Basic Qualifications :

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Professional work experience not required
• Must be enrolled and validated as college ready by the Northeast Iowa Community College. You will be redirected to the Northwest Iowa Community College if you do not meet this qualification. Please

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Reliable personal transportation and travel within territory

RCIS Crop Adjuster Physical Requirements :

• Walk in agricultural fields up to 3 miles
• Climb agricultural storage bins up to 25 feet
• Lift 25 lbs to 50 lbs
• Work outdoors in varying temperatures / weather conditions

Preferred Qualifications :

• Valid U.S. Driver’s license and reliable vehicle
• Interested in a career serving the agricultural community
• 1 or more years of work experience and / or leadership role in student activities and / or significant voluntary community service
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and work deadlines
• Strong customer service skills
• Collaboration and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate with impact
• High degree of self-discipline and focus
• Attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate and work successfully in a team environment
• Intermediate computer skills, especially Excel
• Ability to navigate learning and interactions in an online environment

As a condition of employment at Zurich, employees must adhere to any COVID-related health and safety protocols in place at that time (

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A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together.

As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience.

Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals.

We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business.

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Remote Working : Hybrid

Schedule : Full Time

Employment Sponsorship Offered : No

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