Summer 2027 Internship - Des Moines

Lockton; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Professional development

Leadership sessions

Networking opportunities

Volunteer events

Job summary

Lockton in Des Moines, IA offers an internship that embeds interns with a client team in Risk Solutions or People Solutions to gain hands-on experience in brokerage operations.

You will receive one-on-one mentorship, attend leadership sessions, and engage in workshops that build professional skills while networking with associates and leaders across the firm.

Qualifications

• Enrolled college student expected to graduate in 2027 or 2028.
• All majors in business-related fields encouraged.
• Experience in customer service and project management.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced team.
• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day activities on a Lockton account team in Risk Solutions or People Solutions.
• Participate in client-focused projects and meetings to gain exposure to brokerage operations.
• Learn how Lockton leverages carrier relationships to deliver long-term value for clients.
• Assist in proposals, presentations, and other materials used to serve and retain clients.

Skills

Customer Service

Project Management

Independent Work

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Undergraduate student (Finance/Risk mgmt)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Your Responsibilities

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Coaching & collaboration: Receive one‑on‑one mentorship from a dedicated Performance Coach who will provide guidance and feedback throughout your internship and make you feel like part of the team!

Professional development: Engage in talent development workshops focused on key professional skills to build your confidence and learn what makes a successful Lockton Associate.

Sessions with leadership: Participate in Meet Your Leaders sessions, hearing directly from senior leadership about Lockton’s business, industry trends, and their own career journeys.

Networking: Build meaningful professional relationships through networking opportunities with Lockton Associates, leaders, and fellow interns.

Culture: Give back and have fun through social and volunteer events that support our communities, experiencing Lockton’s award‑winning culture firsthand.

EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

Group project: In groups of 5-7 interns, tackle a real‑world challenge facing Lockton and the insurance industry. You will present your findings and recommendations to Lockton leadership at the end of the program.

Case studies: You’ll explore different specialty areas of our business through weeklong case studies and work to solve client issues.

Career exploration: Discover career paths within Lockton and the insurance industry through various sessions and activities.

Job Duties

Interns will be embedded within a Lockton account team in Risk Solutions or People Solutions to support day‑to‑day activities that help deliver exceptional client service and account management.

Participate in client‑focused projects and meetings to gain firsthand exposure to brokerage operations and how Lockton provides tailored risk and insurance solutions.

Learn how Lockton leverages strong carrier relationships to provide creative solutions that deliver long‑term value, helping clients achieve their business objectives.

Support the preparation of proposals, presentations, and other materials used to serve and retain clients.

Qualifications

Currently enrolled college student scheduled to graduate Dec 2027 or May 2028

All majors are encouraged to apply; preferred majors include insurance, risk management, marketing, finance, or any other business‑related field

Experience working in customer service and project management

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced team environment

Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and analytical skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship now or at any time in the future

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Currently enrolled college students scheduled to graduate December 2027 or May 2028
• All majors are encouraged to apply; preferred majors include insurance, risk management, marketing, finance, or any other business‑related field
• Experience working in customer service and project management
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced team environment
• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship now or at any time in the future