Commercial Sales Summer Intern

Marsh McLennan•San Francisco, CA

8d•$34,100 - $58,200

About The Position

Marsh & McLennan Insurance Agency LLC (MMA), a wholly owned subsidiary of Marsh, serves the risk prevention and insurance needs of middle market companies in the United States. MMA is described as the ninth-largest insurance broker in the United States, with annualized revenues of approximately $1.5 billion. MMA’s Sales Internship Program runs for nine weeks, from June 6 to August 6. Interns work under close supervision, and performance is monitored to determine qualification for advancement as opportunities arise. The program is designed to prepare interns to progress into a sales position upon graduation. Interns build relevant skills and knowledge by working closely with a mentor and the mentor’s team, attending training sessions, and completing projects. They work both as team members and independently on assignments. The position’s duties and projects are assigned and rotated to help interns become familiar with the department, its functions, and its associates. The applicable hourly rate is $20; the rate offered is determined case by case based on factors including experience, skills, training, location, certifications, and education. The posting also lists a base salary range of $34,100 to $58,200 and says the position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

Responsibilities

Attend training sessions covering MMA departments and the insurance industry.
Assist with researching and developing sales presentations and preparing for client meetings.
Assist with day-to-day administrative duties.
Job shadow in meetings and client visits.
Research potential sales prospects.
Cold-call prospects to determine their interest in discussing brokerage services.
Complete assigned and rotated duties and projects to become familiar with the department, its functions, and associates.