Howden is a global insurance group with employee ownership at its heart. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 24,000 employees spanning over 56 countries.
People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.
Location: New York, NY
Business: Howden Private Capital
Team: Credit
Howden Private Capital is seeking a highly motivated Credit Team Intern to support the underwriting, structuring, and execution of complex credit and insurance-linked financing solutions. This role provides hands-on exposure to private credit, structured insurance products, and transaction execution.
Assist in evaluation of new credit opportunities
Support financial analysis and review of financial statements
Help build and maintain financial models
Prepare underwriting materials and credit memos
Conduct industry and company research
Assist in due diligence processes
Compile data from stakeholders and advisors
Support monitoring of portfolio exposures
Prepare reports and updates
Track market developments
Assist in structuring credit solutions
Support term sheets and documentation
Coordinate with internal teams
Maintain databases and trackers
Assist with presentations
Provide ad hoc analytical support
Pursuing degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field
Strong analytical skills
Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
Understanding of financial statements
Exposure to live credit transactions
Experience with senior professionals
Development of financial modeling skills
Opportunity for full-time conversion
A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us:
Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new
We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges
We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond
We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*.
If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.
*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.
Intern (Paid) (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

We’re Howden, the people first insurance group with employee ownership at its heart.
From launching with just three employees in 1994, we’ve grown to over 23,000 people around the globe. Together, our expertise span the full spectrum of insurance: broking, reinsurance, underwriting, risk consultancy and employee benefits.
We rise to any challenge and are determined to use insurance as a force for good.