Business Development Intern- Summer 2027

gaig; Town of Richfield (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Commuter benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

NIIC National Interstate Insurance Company invites applications for its Summer 2027 Internship, based in Richfield, Ohio. The program offers hands-on exposure to the insurance industry, with a focus on sales support, data entry, and marketing analytics.

Interns will explore multiple departments, receive professional development training, and shadow diverse business areas while building networks and contributing to real projects.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree from a four-year college pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field.
• Anticipated graduation date Fall/Winter 2027 to Spring 2028.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; Salesforce experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete Salesforce data entry to support Business Development Representatives.
• New and renewal business submission intake.
• Work on prospecting activities.
• Marketing analytics project work.
• Assist in locating new producers for several products.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Sales or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Salesforce

Job description

National Interstate is a member of Great American Insurance Group. As one of the leading commercial transportation insurers in the nation, we offer risk financing solutions in all 50 states tailored to meet the needs of a wide variety of transportation classes. Our offerings include traditional insurance and innovative alternative risk transfer (ART) programs, including more than a dozen group captive programs catering to niche wheels markets. We are proud to be a multiple Northcoast 99 winner and Cleveland Plain Dealer Top Workplace in Northeast Ohio. It is because of our talented and dedicated team that we are able to live out our company values of integrity, transparency, fairness, accountability, empowerment and collaboration with each transaction we make. If you are ready to join an engaging and driven team such as ours, we would love to hear from you!

At Great American, we value and recognize the benefits derived when people with different backgrounds and experiences work together to achieve business results. Our goal is to create a workplace where all employees feel included, empowered, and enabled to perform at their best.

Since 1989, National Interstate has specialized in serving the insurance needs of the wheels-based transportation industry. Our steadfast focus on developing niche expertise in product design, loss control and claim services has made National Interstate one of the most respected names in commercial transportation insurance today. (https://natl.com/)

National Interstate and Vanliner’s Internship Program

The National Interstate Internship program gives students the ability to apply skills and knowledge from their classes to the workplace. The program provides a unique hands-on experience to explore the insurance industry and leave an impact on the business. Interns will have the opportunity to learn about various departments, engage in professional development training, and shadow different areas of the business. In addition, social activities foster an environment to network and build relationships. We value the unique perspectives and meaningful contributions our interns bring every summer.

The program is taking place in Summer 2027. The role will be expected to work in the Richfield, Ohio office.

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

• Complete Salesforce data entry to support Business Development Representatives
• New and renewal business submission intake
• Work on prospecting activities
• Marketing analytics project work
• Assist in locating new producers for several products

Job Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field.
• Anticipated graduation date ranging from Fall/Winter 2027 to Spring 2028.

• Prior experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.Salesforce experience a plus.
• Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.

Company:

NIIC National Interstate Insurance Company

Benefits:

We offer competitive benefits packages for full-time and part-time employees*. Full-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness plans, parental leave, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. Full-time and eligible part-time employees also enjoy Paid Time Off and paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and commuter benefits.

*Excludes seasonal employees and interns.

Compensation varies by role, level, and location and is influenced by skills, experience, and business needs. Your recruiter will provide details about benefits and specific compensation ranges during the hiring process. Learn more at http://www.gaig.com/careers.