Sales Internship

Ross & Yerger Insurance, Inc. • Jackson, MS

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sales Intern position is designed as the foundation for a long-term career in insurance, with significant upward mobility. The intern will learn the business from the ground up and have an opportunity to shape their career trajectory. Following a successful internship and college graduation, the goal is to offer a full-time position as an Associate Producer, the first step toward becoming a Producer and ultimately a shareholder in the agency.

This is an 8-week summer program running from June to July 2027, based in the company’s Jackson, Mississippi office. Interns should be prepared to travel for assignments outside the Jackson area, which may involve overnight hotel stays.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program and will be a rising senior this summer.
• Pursuing a degree in business, sales, risk management, marketing, finance, or a related field.
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and time-management abilities.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, with a proactive and self-motivated attitude.
• Interest in pursuing a sales career, particularly in the insurance industry.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Prepared to travel for assignments, including possible overnight stays outside the Jackson area.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify prospective clients through networking, market analysis, and outreach initiatives to support the sales pipeline.
• Collaborate with senior sales representatives to assist with client proposals, presentations, and account management.
• Analyze industry trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities and provide insights to the sales team.
• Participate in structured training sessions to build product knowledge, sales techniques, and relationship management skills.
• Support the team by managing CRM data, preparing policy documents, and following up on client interactions.
• Travel for assignments outside the Jackson area, including possible overnight hotel stays.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern