2027 Business Insurance Internship - Consulting Emphasis

[https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/v2/D4D16AQFN_bLFHQfJ3g/profile-displaybackgroundimage-shrink_350_1400/profile-displaybackgroundimage-shrink_350_1400/0/1687450002425?e=1789603200&v=beta&t=bu77V-fP0qNySC3yKNDZS7ctanWAY_T9nf9ivWmdfM4] THE OPPORTUNITY At M3, our Business Insurance Internship Program has the capacity to launch your long-term career in insurance consulting. With an emphasis on career exploration and sales development, our program offers flexibility to align educational opportunities and projects with your interests and skills. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of learning prospecting, relationship building, and business development alongside our experienced Client Executives. But that's not all – you'll also gain valuable exposure to client service operations to understand the full client lifecycle. Working closely with our Sales Leadership, you'll participate in real client meetings, networking events, and sales activities while building foundational skills for a successful career in insurance sales. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in sales and business development, excellent communication skills, and the drive to learn about insurance products and services in a hands-on environment.   HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT * Shadow Client Executives in carrier and client engagements, sales presentations, and networking events * Assist with identifying and developing insurance prospects and networking with Centers of Influence * Support development and completion of marketing plans and sales proposals * Partner with Client Executives on meeting preparation and sales collateral for client presentations * Learn to create and maintain client and prospect lists * Observe sales presentations to prospective and existing clients on new and renewal business * Gain exposure to client service operations through job shadowing and hands-on support * Assist with preparing certificates of insurance and other client documents * Learn the connection between excellent service delivery and client retention for sales growth   WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED * High school diploma or equivalent is required * Valid Driver's License * Demonstrated success in college efforts through academics and/or involvement in activities * Ideal candidates will be entering their junior or senior year at a 4-year college or university and pursuing a business, marketing, or insurance degree * Strong interest in sales and business development * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills preferred * Attention to detail for client service support activities   JOIN US Your role at M3 won’t be about the boundaries presented in a job description – it’s about the possibilities that you can envision once you walk through the doors on your first day. We’re looking for people ready to take control of their career and excited to make a real impact with their position.   WHO WE ARE As an insurance broker, M3 helps you manage risk, purchase insurance, and provide benefits to your employees. We partner with clients on everything from property & casualty and employee benefits to personal lines, executive benefits, and employer-sponsored retirement plans. And, we’re privately owned and independent which means we’re doing what’s best for our clients – not what’s best for Wall Street or private equity.   WHAT DRAWS PEOPLE TO M3 Autonomy— Being able to work towards a common goal, but how you get there is an open book. Immediate Impact— Every M3er can make an impact, from day one in any role. Powered by Team— Be a part of a close-knit group of team members with whom you build trust and share responsibility. People— Every M3er is unique in their own way, M3 is a collection of unique achievers. At M3 Insurance experience the best of both worlds with our dynamic flexible work environment. Enjoy the flexibility to work remotely while still fostering collaboration and innovation in our office spaces. We prioritize work-life balance and empower our employees to thrive in a supportive and inclusive atmosphere.   BENEFITS AS AN M3ER Joining the M3 team means gaining access to a host of exceptional benefits and perks. Our benefits package is continuously evolving to cater to the needs of our team members. From flexible time-off and paid parental leave to employee appreciation events and volunteering opportunities, we prioritize the well-being and satisfaction of our employees. Additionally, our profit-sharing program ensures that every member of our team shares in the success of our organization. These enticing benefits showcase our commitment to nurturing and retaining top talent within our organization.   DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION M3 is building a culture focused on learning and progression, where M3ers are empowered by education, inclusive conversations, and real action that supports the future we envision.   EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY M3 is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all qualified individuals regardless of their age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin or ancestry, religion, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, disability/handicap, family responsibilities, non-relevant arrest or conviction records, or any other basis protected by law.  In addition, we are committed to fully observing all relevant non-discrimination laws, including those regarding veterans’ status, and will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified individuals as appropriate. This commitment is reflected in all M3’s practices and policies regarding hiring, training, promotions, transfers, rates of pay, and layoff, as well as in all forms of compensation, granting leaves of absence and in any other conditions of employment.  All matters relating to employment are based upon ability to perform the job. In the best interests of M3 and all of its employees, every employee is to make every effort to avoid bias or prejudice in the workplace with regard to the above categories.