JOB TITLE: Intern  

JOB TYPE: FLSA Non-Exempt

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SUMMARY: Responsible for learning and developing tangible skills in the area of Insurance, Risk Management and Employee Health & Benefits.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Demonstrates a high level of intellectual curiosity and willingness to learn the business. Consistent and punctual with the submissions of the work assignments to the mentor. Completes weekly activity report and other forms required as learning tools. Relays and applies knowledge acquired in the academic setting to the company setting. Participates in office, carrier, and/or client meetings. Develops and maintains professional relationships with clients. Provides assistance to other colleagues and performs various administrative and other duties as needed. Maintains accountability for his/her actions and activities, both personally and professionally.  Adheres to company policies, procedures and rules governing professional staff behavior and abides by company policies governing the observation of confidentiality and the handling of confidential information.

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JOB SCOPE:

• Communicates and interacts with all levels of management, colleagues and external customers.
• Functional responsibilities require basic knowledge of insurance principles and commitment to develop sales knowledge and risk management skills.
• Must have the ability and desire to perform prospecting calls and attend networking events.
• Displays resourcefulness in finding solutions for our clients, companies and our Agency.
• Work is performed in a clean office environment, and may require occasional travel to various sites for organizational and client meetings.
• The majority of work occurs during regular day hours with extended hours and schedule flexibility necessary to complete projects and to meet department needs.

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REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma required.
• Student entering their junior or senior year or graduating from a 4 year university.
• Majoring in Risk and Insurance Management or displaying a keen interest in learning insurance, risk management, or financial fields.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Applied knowledge in the areas of communication, interpersonal relationship management, versatility and creativity.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the colleague is regularly required to sit. The colleague is often required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The colleague must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

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