Internal Life Sales Support Intern
Providence, RI - USA
Job Summary
SPG Life and Annuity
Internal Life Sales Support Intern
Position: Internal Life Sales Support Intern (Summer)
Supervisor: Lead Internal Sales Specialist
Status: Non-Exempt Full-time / Seasonal (Summer Internship)
Duration: 1012 Weeks (Summer)
About SPG Life and Annuity:
Founded in 1972 Brokers Service Marketing Group (BSMG) now known as SPG Life and Annuity is a nationally recognized leader in life insurance and annuity distribution. Our clients are insurance professionals financial advisors and financial institutions. We have built our reputation on service excellence integrity and doing whats best for the customer.
BSMG has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Rhode Island inand 2021 and has received a Worksite Health Award (superior rating). We are a dynamic collaborative team that takes our work seriously and has fun doing it.
Internship Overview:
Are you a motivated student looking to break into the financial services and insurance industry SPG Life and Annuitys Internal Life Sales Support Internship is your opportunity to gain real hands-on experience at a nationally recognized insurance brokerage firm. You will work alongside our Internal Sales Specialists and External Wholesalers learning the fundamentals of life insurance sales support case design and client service in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.
SPG Life and Annuity is a wholesale Life Annuity and LTCi Distribution Company our clients are insurance professionals financial advisors and financial institutions. As an intern you will develop foundational knowledge of the life insurance industry including products carriers and the regulatory environment while building professional skills that will serve you throughout your career.
What Youll Do:
Support the Internal Sales team by preparing illustrations sales concept materials and product education resources
Assist with case design research and help identify product solutions that align with client needs
Help coordinate communication between internal departments external wholesalers and producers
Respond to basic producer and client inquiries in a timely manner with guidance from your supervisor
Log and update sales activity in our CRM system (Salesforce or similar) tracking opportunities and next steps
Maintain and organize reference materials product lists carrier contacts and producer information
Participate in sales campaigns and internal initiatives to support business growth
Shadow Internal Sales Specialists and External Wholesalers on client calls and meetings
Attend team meetings training sessions and BSMG client events as available
Complete a defined intern project and present findings or recommendations to leadership at the end of the summer
What Were Looking For:
Currently pursuing a Bachelors degree in Finance Business Economics Marketing or a related field (rising Sophomore Junior or Senior preferred)
Strong interest in financial services insurance or sales no prior experience required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to listen actively and explain ideas clearly
Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
Collaborative team player who enjoys working with others to achieve shared goals
Customer-first mindset with a desire to add value and exceed expectations
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word Excel Outlook); experience with CRM tools is a plus
High ethical standards and a commitment to doing the right thing for the client
What Youll Learn:
Fundamentals of the life insurance annuity and LTCi industry
How a wholesale brokerage general agency (BGA) operates and supports independent advisors
The life insurance sales process from producer inquiry through case placement
How to navigate carrier products underwriting considerations and case design strategies
Best practices for CRM usage sales tracking and client communication
Professional skills in a collaborative fast-paced financial services environment
Schedule:
This is a paid full-time summer internship. Standard hours are Monday through Friday 8:30AM to 5:00PM. Flexible scheduling may be considered for students with academic obligations.
Salary Transparency:
Disclosure required under applicable law in California Colorado Illinois Maryland Minnesota New York New Jersey and Washington states: The expected salary range for this position is $25/hrand will be impacted by factors such as the successful candidates skills experience and working location as well as the specific positions business line scope and level.HUB International is proud to offer comprehensive benefit and total compensation packages: health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance FSA HSA and 401(k) accounts paid-time-off benefits such as vacation sick and personal days and eligible bonusesequityand commissions for some positions.
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Department Account Management & ServiceRequired Experience: 1-2 years of relevant experienceRequired Travel: No Travel RequiredRequired Education: Bachelors degree (4-year degree)HUB International Limited is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity national origin religion age color sex sexual orientation gender identity disability or veterans status or any other characteristic protected by local state or federal laws rules or regulations.
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About Company
HUB International is a leading North American insurance brokerage that provides employee benefits, business, and personal insurance products and services.