The Association of Bermuda Insurers and Reinsurers has two interns assisting its policy and regulatory affairs team.

Sakile Zuill, 22, is studying for her bachelor’s degree in international business management at the University of Salford in Manchester, England.

Cree Dunn, 20, is pursuing a joint-honours bachelor’s degree in journalism, media, communications and economics at the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, Scotland.

The two Bermudian students will gain insight into Bermuda’s regulatory framework and public policy as it relates to the re/insurance industry. Their responsibilities include conducting policy and legal research and organising events, as well as assisting with ABIR’s internal communications and social-media outreach.

Suzanne Williams-Charles, Abir’s director of policy and regulations, said: “Both were strong candidates and they impressed us with their technical skills and enthusiasm for gaining industry experience. In the early weeks of their internship, they have hit the ground running.”

They join the 2023 Abir Intern Working Group, which includes all the paid interns working for Bermuda’s leading international insurers and reinsurers over the summer. Abir will stage a series of professional development events for the IWG during July and August to add value and networking opportunities to the group’s experiences.

Abir has scheduled a climate round table, bringing together industry professionals with interns to discuss catastrophe reinsurance in Bermuda; a 90-minute skills workshop on the making of a polished professional in today’s working world; a workshop on interviewing and networking skills; and a Bermuda Insurance Market lunch-and-learn.

The Abir interns will assist with organising the events and with the planning of events to commemorate Abir’s 30th anniversary this year.

Ms Zuill said: “I look forward to learning more about the re/insurance industry in Bermuda and exploring my interest in compliance and regulation. I plan to return to the island next year upon completing my studies, so this internship is a great opportunity for me to establish relationships with professionals in the industry.”

Ms Dunn said: “I first learnt about Abir last summer interning with PartnerRe when I was part of the 2022 Abir Intern Working Group. I’m grateful for this opportunity and look forward to gaining a deeper insight into the policy and regulations surrounding the industry.”