Paid Summer Sales Trainee Intern – 2027 Program

Guardian Life Insurance; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian’s 2027 Summer Internship Program offers a paid, 10-week learning experience within a global financial services environment in Atlanta. You’ll engage in projects that impact the business, interact with senior leaders, and network with peers and mentors across offices.

As a current junior, you’ll gain real-world exposure to sales and cross-functional collaboration, while developing communication, time management, and proactive learning skills in a structured internship setting.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate in a team environment.
• Demonstrated curiosity, willingness to learn, and desire to continuously improve.
• Ability to manage time effectively, balance multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to ask thoughtful questions and take initiative in a learning-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Have direct exposure to working with sales teams including being out on sales calls with veteran sales representatives.
• Have the opportunity to work and learn from supportive leaders, mentors, and team members across the organization who will help coach you as you develop your professional career.
• Learn about Guardian’s purpose, values, how we work, and our suite of product and service offerings.
• Build a network of colleagues and have a sense of community with other interns and other parts of the business.
• Think broadly and ask questions about data, facts, and other information.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Curiosity & learning

Time management

Proactive feedback

Job description

Guardian’s 2027 Summer Internship Program offers a paid, 10-week learning experience within a global financial services environment in Atlanta. You’ll engage in projects that impact the business, interact with senior leaders, and network with peers and mentors across offices.

As a current junior, you’ll gain real-world exposure to sales and cross-functional collaboration, while developing communication, time management, and proactive learning skills in a structured internship setting.