RLI

A Specialty Insurer with 50 Years of Expertise Serving Niche Insurance Markets

RLI is a U.S.-based specialty insurer that offers a diverse portfolio of property and casualty insurance coverages and surety bonds. Since 1965, we’ve been making a difference, shouldering risks in niche insurance markets that give our customers the security to create, explore, grow and prosper. In 2015, we celebrate 50 years of innovation and helping customers safeguard their assets and livelihoods.

RLI’s history of innovation dates to the early 1960s, when Founder Gerald D. Stephens, recognized the expense of replacing contact lenses, and founded RLI — Replacement Lens, Inc. — a contact lens insurance agency. In 1965, he acquired the holding company that would later become RLI Corp. RLI was one of the first insurers of contact lenses. In time, it emerged as the largest insurer of its kind in the world.

Building upon this success, RLI entered the commercial property and liability insurance field and expanded into the direct writing of a commercial umbrella program. Over time, RLI has continued to diversify its product portfolio, focusing on niche and underserved insurance markets that require specialized expertise.

An entrepreneurial spirit and relentless focus on innovation are the foundation of our success and continue to differentiate us today. We consistently keep our eyes on the challenges our customers face, and find innovative ways to solve them — whether that's offering products for underserved specialty markets, or enhancing and developing products that are new to the marketplace. 

At RLI, we’ve created a business model that works: Hire smart, ethical people, make them owners of the business, and give them the freedom to succeed. Our employees are encouraged to seek out opportunities, make things happen and do the unexpected. 

 What makes RLI different

Our remarkable people. Our people are among the smartest and most knowledgeable in the business. They are experts at building relationships that last with our brokers and customers by providing outstanding service and creating ideal coverages with competitive premiums.

Our underwriting philosophy. We seek underserved niches in the marketplace and provide coverages that meet very specific customer needs. We eliminate unnecessary bureaucracy, give our underwriters authority and share the profits.

Our proven financial strength. We consistently deliver profit to our shareholders and are rated A+ “Superior” by A.M. Best Company and A+ “Strong” by Standard and Poor’s.

Our entrepreneurial culture. We recruit the most talented people in the business and then give them the freedom to try new things, to adapt and move quickly, to be nimble and flexible, and to explore new business opportunities.

Our shared rewards. We reward excellence, providing everyone with the opportunity to share in the financial success of the company. 

The rewards of working at RLI go well beyond financial compensation.

RLI employees enjoy opportunities for personal and professional growth, health and wellness benefits and financial incentives that include an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Our outstanding employees are the foundation of RLI’s success and we remain committed to helping them secure their long-term financial future.RLI has received recognition for creating a high-quality workplace in which our employees can thrive, as well as for our industry-leading benefits package. We are honored to be a recipient of these awards, as it reinforces our focus on attracting and retaining the best employees and rewarding results-oriented performance.

RLI named to Best Places to Work in Insurance List.

RLI was recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Insurance by Business Insurance Magazine and Best Companies Group in 2014. At RLI, we strive to provide a creative and collaborative work environment that inspires innovation. From empowering employees to take the lead on projects, to sharing the rewards of our success, we're different and that's why we are more successful than most.

RLI selected as one of The Principal 10 Best Companies.

RLI was named to The Principal Financial Group’s 10 Best Companies for Employee Financial Security in 2010. This national award recognizes small and medium-size companies that provide their employees with exceptional benefits and long-term financial security. In addition to our healthcare benefits, award judges cited RLI’s retirement benefits as particularly impressive because of the multiple channels and choices it gives employees for investing in their future.Personal & Professional GrowthRLI encourages professional development course work in both insurance and job-related areas for its employees. We have made a commitment to employees to provide educational opportunities to help them enhance their skills and further their career advancement. RLI fosters a true learning culture and encourages professional growth of employees through participation in insurance courses, in-house training and other educational programs. RLI covers the cost for most programs and employees may receive a bonus upon successful completion of certain courses.  
 

At RLI, we're always looking to hire and develop tomorrow's leaders. 

 RLI's college internship program takes place during the summer months beginning with orientation in June and concluding in August. For some interns, their internship may continue through the year or become a stepping stone to a full-time job at RLI.

The timeline for candidate selection, interviewing and placement for RLI's internship program is January through March. RLI looks for candidates with a proven track record of professionalism and success in their academic studies.

We typically offer paid internships in the following fields:

• Accounting
• Human resources
• Actuarial services
• Information technology
• Claims
• Internal audit
• Communications/marketing
• Risk management
• FinanceUnderwriting 

An internship at RLI will allow you to:

• Gain real-world job experience and training from seasoned professionals
• Impact our business with meaningful projects and assignments
• Build relationships through planned education and social activities

Whether you're looking for a summer intern experience or a long-term position, we invite you to consider the exciting internship opportunities available at RLI.