Insurance & Risk Management Academy (IRMA)
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?
- Paid Internship (15 hours/week) – Earn while you learn with on-campus employment.
- Scholarship Opportunities – $1,000 scholarship available upon completion of a
successful semester with IRMA. - Accelerated 1-Year program – a streamlined approach to help you dive deeper into key
industry concepts. - Industry-wide professional development – access networking events, workshops, and
mentorship opportunities. - Comprehensive Industry Overview – learn about insurance company operations and
the key functions that drive the industry forward.
Ready to take the next step?
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.
Preparing Students for Successful Careers
Employment Opportunities at IRMA
ODU students majoring or minoring in any business field are invited to apply. Whether you are currently majoring or minoring in Risk Management & Insurance, another business field, or you're still undecided and interested in learning more about employment opportunities at IRMA, please visit our Information & Application page.
IRMA Student-Employee Pay Scale*
| Each Year | $15 per hour |
*Expected student work schedule is 15 hours per week.
About the Insurance & Risk Management Academy (IRMA)
IRMA is located on the first floor of the Griffin Student Center. Launched in the fall of 2020, the academy functions as a service center servicing part of Encova’s Book of Business. IRMA is supervised by industry professionals and is staffed by ODU students.
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. The U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics expects approximately 400,000 people to retire from the insurance industry within the next few years.
Learn More About IRMA
Visit: ohiodominican.edu/IRMA
Email: IRMA@ohiodominican.edu
