Why Insurance?

A Growing Industry

There’s never been a better time to consider a career in insurance. The insurance industry is experiencing steady growth creating many opportunities for job seekers.

111,000+ Workers

Ohio ranks 7th in the U.S. for the number of insurance jobs

Insurance in Ohio

The insurance industry is one of the largest employers in Ohio, employing more than 111,000 workers at over 250 insurance companies across the state.

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A Variety of Career Paths

There are multiple career paths to a rewarding future in insurance. You may already qualify for one of the hundreds of job openings in the insurance industry.

Education Programs

Nine Ohio colleges and universities offer certificates, minors, bachelor’s degrees, and master’s degrees in risk management and insurance.

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Ohio Insurance Companies

Insurance companies are a major contributor to Ohio’s bottom line. In 2021, insurance companies paid more than $660 million in premium taxes, a tax that insurers pay on the premiums they receive from policyholders.

Why Insurance?

A Growing Industry

Insurance in Ohio

A Variety of Career Paths

Education Programs

Ohio Insurance Companies

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