Commercial Sales Summer Intern

Marsh•San Francisco, CA

6d•$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 the ninth-largest insurance broker in the United States, with annualized revenues of approximately $1.5 billion. MMA’s nine-week internship program runs from June 6 to August 6. Interns work under close supervision, and their performance is monitored to determine qualification for advancement as opportunities arise. The Sales Intern Program is designed to prepare individuals to progress into a sales position after graduation. Interns develop relevant skills and knowledge by working closely with a mentor and the mentor’s team, attending training sessions, and completing projects. Assignments may involve working as part of a team or independently. This is a training position in which 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 posting also lists a base salary range of $34,100 to $58,200 and notes that the position may be eligible for performance-based incentives. Pay is determined case by case based on factors including experience, skills, training, location, certifications, and education.

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.
Shadow meetings and client visits.
Research potential sales prospects.
Cold-call prospects to determine their interest in discussing brokerage services.
Complete assigned and rotated projects to develop familiarity with the department, its functions, and associates.