Direct Sales & Distribution Intern, Sales Ops & Analytics

Nationwide Insurance and Financial Services; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Networking events

Mentorship opportunities

Job summary

Nationwide is seeking a Personal Lines Sales & Distribution Direct Sales Intern in Des Moines, IA. The 12-week program focuses on learning Direct Sales operations, retention strategies, and reporting. You will collaborate with NSS, create dashboards, and apply AI/automation tools to real business opportunities.

You will develop executive-level presentations, participate in strategic projects, and gain exposure to how Nationwide makes data-driven decisions within a Fortune 100 context.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Finance, Risk Management & Insurance, Communications, Data Analytics, Liberal Arts, or related field.
• Completion of sophomore or junior year preferred.
• Involvement in student organizations, leadership activities, internships or relevant experiences preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn the fundamentals of Nationwide's Direct Sales and Retention operations and how sales teams drive business results.
• Support strategic initiatives and special projects in partnership with NSS team.
• Analyze sales and retention data to identify trends, opportunities, and actionable insights.
• Develop reports, presentations, and dashboards to inform business decisions and measure program effectiveness.
• Utilize emerging technologies, including AI, automation tools, and Salesforce, to support business initiatives.
• Assist with sales campaigns, process improvements, and operational initiatives to improve customer acquisition and retention.
• Participate in Lean Six Sigma activities, lean huddles, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Evaluate pilot programs and test-and-learn initiatives to understand business impact and next steps.
• Build relationships with sales and retention professionals to understand business needs and priorities.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree pursuit in business-related field

Sophomore or junior year preferred

Tools

Power BI

Salesforce

Power Automate

Job description

Nationwide is seeking a Personal Lines Sales & Distribution Direct Sales Intern in Des Moines, IA. The 12-week program focuses on learning Direct Sales operations, retention strategies, and reporting. You will collaborate with NSS, create dashboards, and apply AI/automation tools to real business opportunities.

You will develop executive-level presentations, participate in strategic projects, and gain exposure to how Nationwide makes data-driven decisions within a Fortune 100 context.