Working Conditions for Insurance underwritersUnderwriters have desk jobs that require no unusual physical activity. Their offices usually are comfortable and pleasant. Although underwriters typically work a standard 40-hour week, more are working longer hours due to the downsizing of many insurance companies. Most underwriters are based in a home or regional branch office, but they occasionally attend meetings away from home for several days. Construction and marine underwriters frequently travel to inspect worksites and assess risks. More information on Insurance underwriters from The U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook Overview of Insurance underwriters occupation Number of Insurance underwriters in the U.S. Salary and earnings for Insurance underwriters Working conditions for Insurance underwriters Significant points for Insurance underwriters Training requirements for Insurance underwriters Labor Information Home | Occupational data by city | Search Rainforests | Madagascar | What's new |