Symetra has an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Workforce Benefits Sales Intern!
About the program
The Workforce Benefits Sales Internship Program is a comprehensive ten-week development experience designed to prepare emerging talent for future careers in insurance sales. Through a structured blend of industry education, hands-on project work, and cross-functional exposure, interns gain a deep understanding of the Benefits business, Symetra’s product portfolio, and the end-to-end sales lifecycle.
Interns are immersed in the fundamentals of Symetra’s employee benefits offerings while learning how Symetra's products are marketed, sold, underwritten, and supported. The program provides direct access to leaders across Sales, Underwriting, Marketing, Claims, RFP, and Account Management, enabling interns to develop a broad, integrated perspective of the business. In addition, interns receive mentoring, weekly coaching, and opportunities to shadow sales activities, including virtual broker interactions.
Core intern responsibilities include conducting market research, analyzing sales data, supporting sales initiatives, and contributing to strategic projects that enhance prospecting, sales enablement, and internal process optimization. Project experiences are designed to develop professional skills as well as real-world sales acumen, while encouraging cross-team collaboration and creative problem-solving.
By the conclusion of the program, interns will have gained practical on-the-job experience, a strong professional network, and actionable insight into the dynamics of Group Benefits insurance sales—all supporting Symetra’s mission of delivering value, transparency, and sustainability to customers nationwide.
What you will do
- Research and market analysis to assist in sourcing sales opportunities.
- Assist various Sales Managers within Workforce Benefits on projects and daily selling activities.
- Analyze Sales data and create reports on Sales-related initiatives.
- Sales-related process, support, tools, and implementation projects
Compensation
$22.00 hourly rate
Qualifications
Who you are
- Current student pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and a career path in sales
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Willingness and ability to collaborate and adapt in a fast-paced, solution-driven environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and virtual conferencing
- Strong organization skills and attention to detail
- Research and analytical skills
- Commitment to equity and diversity
- Self-motivated and open to new learning opportunities
What our Interns have to say
- “I could not have asked for a better company culture and group of people for my first internship.” – 2021 Intern
- “Overall, the program was run extremely well, especially for it being done virtually. I would highly recommend this program to people looking for an internship.” – 2021 Intern
- “This intern experience was everything I had hoped it would be. I learned a lot and the projects I was given had an actual impact on the company. Everyone was so welcoming and supportive I felt extremely comfortable asking questions." – 2023 Intern
- “I accomplished many “firsts” during this internship and as such I am now much more excited to embark on my professional career.” – 2023 Intern
We empower inclusion
At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We're building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute.
Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspective, and removing barriers. We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts here.
Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom
Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we're guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they're buying, and we design products--and operate our company--to stand the test of time. We're committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.
Work Authorization
Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.
Please review Symetra's Remote Network Minimum Requirements:
As a remote-first organization committed to providing a positive experience for both employees and customers, Symetra has the following standards for employees' internet connection:
- Minimum Internet Speed:100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload, in alignment with the FCC's definition of "broadband."
- Internet Type:Fiber, Cable (e.g., Comcast, Spectrum), or DSL.
- Not Permissible:Satellite (e.g., Starlink), cellular broadband (hotspot or otherwise), any other wireless technology, or wired dial-up.
When applying to jobs at Symetra you'll be asked to test your internet speed and confirm that your internet connection meets or exceeds Symetra's standard as outlined above.
Identity Verification
Symetra is committed to fair and secure hiring practices. For all roles, candidates will be required (after the initial phone screen) to be on video for all interviews. Symetra will take affirmative steps at key points in the process to verify that a candidate is not seeking employment fraudulently, e.g. through use of a false identity.
Failure to comply with verification procedures may result in:
- Disqualification from the recruitment process
- Withdrawal of a job offer
- Termination of employment and other criminal and/or civil remedies, if fraud is discovered
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Marketing Manager
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