[macfantn]

i am interviewing for a position as one this week. what can i expect for pay? do they pay hourly or salary? i have no experience but they say they train.

[Mastrap]

Depends entirely. My wife worked as an underwriter in the entertainment industry, she insured one of Madonna's European tours. These days she works with nuclear power stations, making sure their insurance need are met and their risk management is up to scratch. Given that she makes good money. However, if you're starting out insuring homes or cars then the situation is different. You really need to train and get your qualifications sorted, otherwise you'll always stay at the bottom of the pile. Salary is the norm.

[CMYKid]

Is this for United American or American Income Life or something similar sounding? Did they contact YOU after posting yoru resume on Monster or somewhere? If so its not worth going to, not a real interview.

Likewise if they want you to pay money o become certified, to work independently, etc.

[Big Mac]

If it's a field underwriter that's better known as insurance sales, and it's by commission. If it's as part of an underwriting department then it's salaried, but I don't know what the range is.