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The Pillars of an Award-Winning Program
Swiss Re was selected as a 2024 Campus Forward Award Winner for their unwavering commitment to seeking out and hiring early career talent and investments in nurturing and retaining the next generation of diverse talent. Please see below for the highlights of their approach to early career recruitment.
Overarching Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
Swiss Re's holistic approach to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion looks to create a culture where all employees can bring their whole selves to work, feel a sense of belonging, and work together for impact. Swiss Re focuses on using inclusive language in our job ads, ensures that interview panels are diverse, and works to broaden talent pools of underrepresented groups. Swiss Re's recruitment initiatives include relationship with HBCU Howard University, national partnerships with numerous diversity focused organizations such as National African American Insurance Association (NAAIA) and International Association of Black Actuaries (IABA), and a hybrid school agnostic approach to ensure students from any educational institution feel welcomed to apply. Once Interns and Graduates join Swiss Re, they are also introduced to Swiss Re's Employee Resource Groups.
Impactful Internship Program
As key contributors at Swiss Re, interns are immediately exposed to the organization's corporate values and behaviors ensuring they are fully immersed in the culture and driving forward the mission of making the world more resilient. Internships at Swiss Re go beyond conventional experiences, offering students impactful project assignments, on-the-job training, and skill development. Interns gain exposure to a variety of business functions, benefit from mentorship and networking opportunities, and experience direct access to senior leadership. Interns play a vital role in their teams, and their projects and deliverables significantly contribute to the ongoing success of the organization, culminating in a final presentation to key stakeholders at the conclusion of their internship.
Growth and Development of the Next Generation of Talent
Swiss Re focuses on the success of new team members, beginning with a positive onboarding experience. Beyond on-the-job training, entry-level hires participate in a streamlined onboarding process, ensuring both their immediate and future success within the organization. Participants in the 18-month Global Graduate Program at Swiss Re benefit from supplementary technical training and professional development. The program encompasses key elements such as impactful project assignments, job rotations, mentorship, networking events, and a blend of virtual and in-person trainings held at the corporate headquarters in Zurich, Switzerland. This holistic approach ensures that emerging career talent not only adapts swiftly but also thrives in their new roles.