Insurance Traineeship - Netherlands, The Hague

Your career in insurance starts here

Are you a recent graduate or a young professional looking to build a meaningful career? Zurich Insurance Benelux invites you to join our Insurance Traineeship program: a 16‑month program designed to help you grow into a future insurance professional through hands‑on experience, learning on the job, and close collaboration with various teams and departments. As an insurance trainee at Zurich Benelux, you will become part of a home team while also getting the chanceto rotate to 2 other host teams to gain a better understanding of our business.

About Zurich Insurance Benelux Zurich Insurance Benelux is part of the Zurich Insurance Group, and a leading Commercial insurer supporting local and international businesses. We are in the business of helping customers manage risk and build resilience in an ever‑changing world. Zurich employs over 60,000 people globally, creating a space where you can develop professionally, push your limits, and contribute in meaningful ways. Your perspectives are valued at Zurich. We support curiosity and empower you to be the CEO of your own career.

The traineeship program at a glance

16‑month structured program (via an open‑ended contract)

Start in September 2026

Fully based out of our Dutch office in The Hague

Combination of home team and host team rotations

Preparation for a long‑term (junior) role within Zurich Benelux

Program structure

Home team (6 months): You start in a Home Team where you take on core responsibilities and build a solid foundation. This is also the team you will return to after completing the program.

2 host team rotations of 5 months each: The host team rotations are designed to broaden your perspective by exposing you to different sides of our business. You will work on hands‑on, value‑adding assignments, develop new skills, and gain deeper business insight.

January 2028: You return to your home team, ready to start in a junior role with a strong foundation of experience.

You bring

0–2 years of work experience or a strong motivation to start a new career path

Fluency in Dutch and English (non‑negotiable)

You reside in the Netherlands (or you are planning your return in the upcoming months)

A collaborative mindset and willingness to learn

Interest in insurance, business, and personal development

What We Offer

A structured development program with real responsibilities

On‑the‑job coaching and mentoring by experienced colleagues

Exposure to different teams and business perspectives

Training opportunities to support your professional growth

A supportive and inclusive work environment

A strong starting point for a long‑term career within Zurich Benelux

How to Apply When applying, please submit:

Your CV

A short, personalised motivation text, written in your own words, explaining:

why you are interested in the Insurance Traineeship

what motivates you to start your career with Zurich Insurance Benelux

Diversity&Inclusion At Zurich, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on gender, age, disability, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, or any other protected characteristic.

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