Summer 2025 Internship- Commercial Insurance Sales

Join the Kunkel & Associates Team: Your Future Awaits!

Are you ready for an internship thats challenging fun and rewarding At Kunkel & Associates were not just offering an internship; were offering a gateway to an exciting career in the dynamic world of commercial insurance. Heres why you should consider joining our team:

About Kunkel & Associates

For over 20 years Kunkel & Associates has been a leader in the commercial insurance brokerage and consulting industry. We pride ourselves on delivering topnotch service with unparalleled professionalism and personalized attention. Our innovative solutions cover transportation property and casualty and employee benefits along with comprehensive nursing services resource consulting safety and loss control management and claims management.

At Kunkel & Associates our unique work environment fosters passion perseverance and enthusiasm. Were headquartered in Dubuque Iowa with additional offices in Madison Wisconsin and Kansas City Kansas. Our flexible work hours and workfromhome options make it easy to balance work and life.

Why Intern at Kunkel & Associates

Sales Internship Summary: Are you looking for an internship that will challenge you every day in a fun yet professional environment An internship at Kunkel & Associates will give you the tools to network with business owners work in a team setting and gain reallife experiences. Our team provides onthejob training and oneonone mentorship to ensure you have the best tools for a successful career.

What Youll Do:

• Shadow & Train: Job shadow and train with our sales and support staff to gain valuable insights into the industry.
• Learn & Grow: Complete insurance applications build proposals and implement client service plans to develop your professional skills.
• Flexibility: Enjoy a flexible schedule with hybrid work options though we ask that the internship be completed in person.
• Travel for Free: Travel with our producers to meet clients and prospects experiencing business solutions firsthandall expenses paid.
• Paid Housing: Not from the Dubuque area Weve got you covered! We provide and pay for your housing in Dubuque for the summer.
• Networking: Build and maintain relationships with clients providing highquality service and prompt responses.
• Innovation: Collaborate with our leadership team on new ideas and projects to drive company growth.
• Cold Calling: Engage in cold calling businesses about their insurance needs perfecting your pitch and sales techniques.

Work Schedule:

• Monday to Friday 8 AM 5 PM with an hour lunch break.
• Fridays 8 AM 12 PM so you can enjoy your summer afternoonsmaybe play a round of golf with the team or get out on the Mighty Mississippi. Were big boating fans in Dubuque!

Skills/Qualifications:

• Education: Working towards a BA or BS.
• Tech Savvy: Strong Outlook Word and Excel skills.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• ServiceOriented: A strong commitment to service excellence.
• Flexible Hours: Ability to work up to 40 hours a week with parttime options available.

Traits We Value in Our Interns: Were looking for interns who radiate excitement and energy. The traits that make our top interns stand out include:

• Consistency: Bringing your Agame every day and making lasting impressions.
• Curiosity: A drive to learn about how the company works our strategy and our leadership.
• Dedication: Working hard and playing hard.
• Confidence: Speaking up sharing your opinions and insights.
• Networking: Building connections within the company and the community.

Our Locations:

• Headquarters: Dubuque Iowa
• Other Offices: Madison Wisconsin and Kansas City Kansas

Hours of Operation:

• Monday Friday 8 AM 5 PM with flexible hours and workfromhome options.

Why Dubuque Located in the heart of the Midwest Dubuque is close to cities like Madison Milwaukee Minneapolis and Chicago. Our vibrant community offers a smalltown feel with bigcity amenities making it the perfect place to start your career.

Internship to FullTime Path:

• During the internship students have the opportunity to work parttime remotely while finishing their studies after receiving a fulltime offer.
• Postgraduation they can join us fulltime in Dubuque.
• After a few years of working fulltime in our Dubuque office there is location flexibility allowing them to relocate and work from another location.

Join Us and Thrive: At Kunkel & Associates we believe in working with you not just hiring you. Our supportive environment combined with realworld experiences prepares you for a successful career. Plus after a few years of working fulltime in our Dubuque office youll have the flexibility to relocate and work from another location.

Apply Today: Ready to take the next step Apply for our Internship and start your journey with Kunkel & Associates. Were excited to see what you can achieve with us!

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Us:

• Email:
• Address: 401 Data Court Dubuque IA 52003
• Website:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelors degree program preferably in Business Marketing or a related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport and establish relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word Excel PowerPoint).
• Prior experience in sales marketing or customer service is a plus but not required.