Sales Internship: Employee Benefits & Analytics

New York Life; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

New York Life Group Benefit Solutions (NYL GBS) offers a 10-week Sales Summer Intern program designed to provide hands-on exposure to Sales and Account Management. You will support business development, strengthen client/broker relationships, and learn the employee benefits industry.

You will work with experienced Sales Representatives and Account Executives, learn across functions, and develop business acumen while progressing through mentorship and a capstone project with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Rising senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Risk Management, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to learn and apply new concepts.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Word, and the ability to organize and present information clearly.
• Interest in client-facing work and a willingness to contribute in a results-oriented, fast-paced business environment.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Preferred GPA 3.0+, interest in Sales/Account Management/Employee Benefits.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands‑on experience supporting Field Sales and Account Management teams.
• Learn NYL GBS product portfolio and collaborate with cross-functional partners across Sales, Account Management, Underwriting, Marketing, and Operations.
• Utilize platforms and tools including Salesforce, BenefitFlow, Tableau to organize information and analyze data.
• Participate in mentorship, networking, and professional development opportunities with sales leaders and professionals.
• Collaborate with interns on a capstone project and present recommendations to stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Independent and teamwork

Microsoft Office

Excel

Word

Salesforce

BenefitFlow

Tableau

Client-facing interest

Organizational skills

Networking

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Business / Economics / Risk Management or related)

Tools

Salesforce

BenefitFlow

Tableau

Job description

New York Life Group Benefit Solutions (NYL GBS) offers a 10-week Sales Summer Intern program designed to provide hands-on exposure to Sales and Account Management. You will support business development, strengthen client/broker relationships, and learn the employee benefits industry.

You will work with experienced Sales Representatives and Account Executives, learn across functions, and develop business acumen while progressing through mentorship and a capstone project with stakeholders.