2027 Summer Sales Internship

Cottingham & Butler•Dubuque, IA

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Cottingham & Butler is seeking ambitious and driven sales-minded individuals for our 2027 Summer Sales Internship Program. This program offers hands-on experience in various aspects of the sales process, aiming to provide impactful real-life experience that goes beyond the 10-week duration. The company is the 3rd largest privately and independently held insurance brokerage firm, focused on being professional buyers of insurance.

Requirements

Competitive, resilient, and influential personality.
History of academic and/or extracurricular excellence.
Self-motivated with a drive to succeed.
Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Returning intern or full-time placement after graduation for successful interns.

Responsibilities

Cold Calling Prospects: Learn to effectively cold call potential clients, introducing them to our services and identifying their insurance needs.
Client Meetings: Travel to client meetings with experienced sales professionals, observing and participating in discussions to understand client requirements and how to address them.
Industry Knowledge: Dive into industry knowledge by researching market trends, competitor activities, and emerging opportunities.
Sales Strategies: Collaborate with team members to develop and implement sales strategies, learning how to tailor approaches to different clients and situations.
Training Sessions: Participate in training sessions and workshops designed to enhance your sales skills, product knowledge, and understanding of the insurance industry.
Networking: Build connections with clients, industry professionals, C&B executives, and fellow interns through networking events and social activities.