Accelerate Your Career with Our Enhanced IRMA Program
Our newly refined one-year program is designed to provide hands-on experience, professional connections, and industry knowledge—all within a structured, paid internship opportunity. Gain real-world skills while preparing for a successful career in insurance.
What's Included?
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IRMA was created to provide students with a positive experience to gain the proper perspective in the insurance industry. Moreover, IRMA will allow students to discover a passion for the values and opportunities that are available in this field. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the insurance industry is projected to grow by 2.8% from 2022 to 2032, adding approximately 4.7 million new jobs across various sectors.
This growth is reflected in Ohio’s strong insurance industry, which employs over 115,000 people, according to the Ohio Insurance Institute, and continues to expand. With more than 275 insurance companies headquartered in the state, Ohio businesses have access to essential coverage that supports economic growth, innovation, and long-term stability. Ohio Dominican University, in partnership with Encova Insurance and Secured Advantage, has revamped the Insurance & Risk Management Academy (IRMA) to offer a more focused, hands-on experience for students pursuing careers in the insurance industry.
Program Highlights
- Gain industry work experience as you develop knowledge, skills and tools related to various specialties within the insurance field.
- Take advantage of part-time employment opportunities on and off campus with industry partners.
- Expand your network with professionals from Secured Advantage and its partners, as well as Encova Insurance within your first year in the program.
- Prepare for employment in the insurance industry
- Pursue and acquire professional insurance industry-specific licenses, which will be sponsored by IRMA.
What Students Can Expect
- Internship opportunities during academic breaks.
- Sponsored industry licenses to support career readiness.
- Competitive pay & scholarships for engaged students.
- Small group collaboration (5-6 members) to enhance learning.
- Placement guidance, though jobs are not guaranteed.