Distribution Sales Intern – Summer 2027

Socket.dev; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Networking opportunities

Mentors

Presentation coaching

Cross-department project

Job summary

National Life Group offers a 10-week paid internship designed for undergraduates. The role supports sales teams with day-to-day tasks, CRM updates in Salesforce, and market research to drive business growth. Core days are Monday through Thursday with onsite work required.

Responsibilities include preparing reports and proposals, coordinating meetings, and collaborating with marketing. Strong communication and MS Office skills are essential for success in this hands-on opportunity.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the sales team with their day-to-day activities.
• Maintain and update customer information in CRM systems (Salesforce).
• Prepare sales reports, presentations, and proposals.
• Conduct market and competitor research.
• Help coordinate sales meetings and demos.
• Collaborate with marketing and other teams to support campaigns.
• Attend trainings to learn about the financial services industry.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Pursuing degree in Business/Marketing/Sales

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Come join one of America’s fastest-growing insurance companies. Since 1848, National Life Group has aimed to keep our promises, providing families with stability in good times and in bad. Throughout that history, we have provided peace of mind to those families as they plan their futures.

Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we offer. We strive to make the world a better place through our grants from our charitable foundation, paid volunteer time for our employees, environmentally sustainable and healthy workplaces, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard.

We foster a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and encourage our associates to live our values: Do good. Be good. Make good.

Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position

POSITION SUMMARY:

The National Life Group Internship Program was developed to provide real workplace learning and growth opportunities for undergraduate students. Over the years the program has provided students with the opportunity to engage in meaningful, career-relevant work at National Life Group in preparation for full-time employment.

This position currently offers an onsite work schedule, with the expectation that you are in the office four (4) days per week during onsite core days. Our current onsite core days are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The work schedule type and core days are subject to change with advance notification and manager discretion.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Sales Intern to support our sales teams in driving business growth. This internship offers hands‑on experience in sales operations, customer engagement, lead generation, and market research. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, has strong communication skills, and is interested in learning about financial services.

• Assist the sales team with their day‑to‑day activities
• Maintain and update customer information in CRM systems (Salesforce)
• Prepare sales reports, presentations, and proposals
• Conduct market and competitor research
• Help coordinate sales meetings and demos
• Collaborate with marketing and other teams to support campaigns
• Attend trainings to learn about the financial services industry

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

AI Proficiency Expectations

At National Life Group, we view AI as an enabler of human potential. We use AI to help us work smarter, serve more clients, and keep our promises, while remaining a relationship‑driven business where our people are our greatest strength.

• Leverage approved AI tools, where appropriate, to improve the efficiency, quality, and impact of their work.
• Stay curious and open to new AI‑enabled ways of working.
• Exercise sound judgment by reviewing and validating AI‑generated content.
• Maintain accountability for the accuracy, quality, fairness, and integrity of work products by adhering to National Life's AI guiding principles.
• Use AI responsibly and in accordance with company policies related to confidentiality, data privacy, security, compliance, retention, and intellectual property.

Core Competencies

• Service Focus - Demonstrates a client centric focus for satisfying one’s external and/or internal customers; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
• Decision Making - Makes sense of complex information, critically evaluates, and creates solutions.
• Results Oriented - Sets performance and personal goals; Driven to meet or exceed goals and objectives.
• Plans and Aligns - Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals; Aligns people and skills to tasks and assignments; Evaluates results of work.
• Demonstrates Learning Agility - Enhances skills and knowledge through continuous learning; Focuses on personal results by establishing stretch goals; Seeks feedback and changes accordingly.
• Establishes Relationships - Builds partnerships with others to instill trust, collaborate, and meet shared objectives.
• Communicates Effectively - Actively listens, conveys messages to meet different audience needs, and remains open to new ideas and opinions.
• Fosters Diversity - Values diversity and difference in thought, experience, and perspective; Promotes an environment that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion; Supports equal and fair treatment for all.

HOW YOU SHOW UP:

• Highly reliable, engaged and possess a customer service attitude
• Demonstrate effective communication to various areas of the organization (technical and non‑technical)
• Bring your creativity, thought leadership and curiosity to the table – be an active participant in all forums to contribute and learn
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, i.e. a problem solver’s mindset
• Eager to learn and ask relevant questions to seek out new knowledge; make connections
• Enjoy taking on challenges and working towards solutions both collaboratively and independently

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

• 10-week paid internship (June 1 - August 6) with formal orientation and onboarding
• Networking opportunities with peers and leaders throughout the summer
• Cross-Departmental group project focused on an enterprise-wide solution presented at company-wide event
• Presentation skills coaching sessions
• Learning opportunities throughout program
• Access to mentors (former program participants)

Base Pay Range. The base pay range for this position is the range National Life reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for the position taking into account the wide variety of factors, including: prior experience and job‑related knowledge; education, training and certificates; current business needs; and market factors. The final salary or hourly wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances.

Additional Compensation and Benefits. The total compensation package for this position may also include a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in National Life’s discretionary annual incentive programs, subject to the rules governing such programs. If hired, the employee will be in an "at-will position" and National Life reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

National Life is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis and the role remains open until filled.

$19 — $28 USD

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