New York Insurance Scholarship Foundation

04/08/2026

REMINDER: The April 15, 2026 deadline to apply for the New York Insurance Scholarship is fast approaching! Don’t miss out on the opportunity to join a meaningful and essential industry—for more information on how to apply, visit nyia.org/nyisf today.

02/18/2026

Looking to build a career in a field where you can make a real difference every day? Insurance Careers Month is an ideal time to explore the wide range of rewarding opportunities the industry offers, including paths in financial services, regulation, communications, legal, human resources and technology.

The New York Insurance Scholarship Foundation (NYISF) is now accepting applications for the New York Insurance Scholars 2026–2027 academic year and can help you pursue a career in this stable and impactful industry. Submit your application by Wednesday, April 15, 2026, to be considered. Students currently enrolled in a U.S. college or university who are interested in pursuing a career in insurance are eligible to apply. Visit nyia.org/nyisf/ for more information.

02/06/2026

February marks the 11th Annual Insurance Careers Month–an ideal time to explore why a career path in insurance could be a great fit for you! Throughout the month, follow the New York Insurance Scholarship pages as we highlight the benefits of pursuing a career in insurance. For additional information on NYISF and how it can help students like you begin your path in the insurance industry, visit https://nyisf.nyia.org/ and follow NYISF on both LinkedIn and Facebook.

11/14/2025

This past week at the NYIA Annual Meeting, the 2025-2026 New York Insurance Scholars had the opportunity to address attendees and network with leaders in the insurance industry. For more information on how the New York Insurance Scholarship Foundation helps promote the careers of future insurance professionals, visit our website at nyisf.nyia.org.

NYIA membership had the privilege of hearing from the 2025-2026 New York Insurance Scholars this afternoon. Thank you to Peter Espinal, Derek Gould and Aliyah Jordan for providing insights into your future careers.

09/26/2025

NYISF is pleased to announce the 2025-2026 New York Insurance Scholars. Congratulations to Peter Espinal of St. John's University, Derek Gould of the University of Connecticut (UConn), and Aliyah Jordan of Georgia State University.

07/31/2025

On National Intern Day, we celebrate the future of the insurance industry and recognize the importance of supporting interns and students throughout the year. The New York Insurance Scholarship Foundation provides aspiring insurance professionals with meaningful financial support and valuable networking opportunities. Scholarship recipients receive $5,000 annually for up to two years and gain early exposure to the industry through events and connections that help launch their careers. Are you a student pursuing a career in insurance? Learn more about NYISF and how to apply at nyisf.nyia.org.

04/14/2025

Calling all future insurance professionals! The New York Insurance Scholarship Foundation (NYISF) application deadline is approaching. To be eligible, all application materials must be submitted by Wednesday, April 16. The application and additional information on how you can become a New York Insurance Scholar can be found at nyisf.nyia.org.

02/28/2025

On the last day of , we're reminded that the insurance industry is always looking for talented individuals interested in learning about reliable jobs that can have a positive impact on their communities. Many of the New York Insurance Scholarship Foundation's past scholars have launched successful careers in insurance or are a part of the growing number of students pursuing these valuable careers. If you are interested in applying to become a 2025-2026 NYISF scholar, visit nyisf.nyia.org for more information.

As we wrap up , we are inspired by the New York Insurance Scholarship Foundation and its New York Insurance Scholars, who represent the future of the industry. The New York Insurance Association and the New York Insurance Scholarship Foundation share a common goal, to strengthen the future of the insurance industry by enhancing tomorrow's workforce. Providing students with the resources they need to launch successful careers helps bolster the industry's workforce, ensuring a skilled talent pool to support future growth and evolution in insurance. Know a student who is interested in insurance? Tell them about NYISF. For more information, visit nyisf.nyia.org.

02/24/2025

It’s the last week of and a prime opportunity to get a jump start your career path in insurance. There are steps you can take now to become an engaged member of the industry while still pursuing your degree. Read our tips on how to enhance your skill set and prepare for success in an insurance industry job. To learn more about the roles and attributes most desired by insurance companies today, visit https://questpro.com/2024-insurance-risk-management-job-market-trends/.

02/19/2025

Careers in the insurance industry can be innovative, exciting and offer the opportunity to positively impact your community. At the New York Insurance Association Annual Meeting in November, our 2024-2025 NYISF scholarship recipient Sean Chen shared his path to pursuing a career in insurance and valuable insights for college students seeking careers in insurance. Check out his advice for aspiring professionals and learn how being a New York Insurance Scholar can jumpstart your career in this reliable industry.

02/13/2025

The insurance industry is always looking to hire a variety of talented individuals for jobs related to underwriting, claims, legal, financial, human resources, communications, technology and more. While some insurance careers require specific expertise, the majority are open to individuals of diverse educational backgrounds. To learn more about the careers within the insurance industry that might be open to you, visit this link: https://insuremypath.org/careers