Name: Zainab Yekini
Internship, Co-op, or Research Site: Chesapeake Employers’ Insurance Company
Position Title: Statistical Analysis and Reporting Intern
Major or Program: Information Systems B.S. Economics B.A.
Current Class Level: Junior
Tell us about your internship, co-op, or research opportunity, including your day-to-day responsibilities.
During Summer 2021, I interned at Chesapeake Employers' Insurance Company as a Statistical Analysis intern. Chesapeake Employers' is Maryland's largest writer of workers' compensation insurance. They are a not-for-profit, non-stock, private corporation. I would generally pull numbers from company files and compile them all into an excel [sheet] making it easy for my supervisors to look through and see how they are doing with the companies they provide workers compensation for.
Describe the process of obtaining your position. When did you hear of the position and submit your application?
I often check UMBCworks for internship postings. I came across the job posting on UMBCworks and decided to apply.
What have you enjoyed the most about your position or organization?
I enjoyed being able to learn new skills and meet new people. I also enjoyed being able to use the skills I learned in ECON320 to help with the projects I was assigned.
How do you believe you have made an impact through your work?
Helping the company update expense constants and written premiums on companies they provide workers compensation for, making it easier for Chesapeake to see where they stand in numbers.
What advice would you give to another student who is seeking an internship or similar experience?
Always remember you are there to learn, don't be afraid to ask for help!
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