• Group Benefits Sales Intern

    MetLife (Chicago, IL)


    Job Locations: Chicago, (IL), Dallas (TX), Irvine, (CA), Charlotte (NC), & New York, (NY).

    This is Your Opportunity To:

    Assist business units by performing various assigned duties that are intended to provide experience and build sales skills for future development

     

    Get an insider view of career potential within a high performing culture

     

    Strengthen business acumen & develop sales skills

     

    Develop personally and professionally with a customized intern curriculum

     

    Build a network of peers and mentors in a business to business sales environment

     

    Gain exposure to products and services within Group Benefits

     

    Participate in social activities and networking events

     

    Interview for a sales trainee position upon completion of the program.

    Key Responsibilities:

    Complete weekly curriculum training

     

    Collaborate on an intern-lead Capstone Project

     

    Participate in customer meetings

     

    Learn functions and uses of technology to support the salesforce and business

     

    Present Capstone project to an audience of peers, managers and senior leadership

     

    Perform duties supporting the sales organization as assigned or required

    Required Qualifications

    Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills

     

    Strong computer skills (especially Microsoft Excel)

     

    Excellent interpersonal skills, communications skills and leadership qualities

     

    Motivated team player with sound judgment and problem-solving skills

     

    Proven ability to lead and influence

     

    Must be eligible to work in US without sponsorship

     

    High school diploma.

     

    Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program with an accredited college or university. Preferably a rising senior.

    About MetLife

    A trusted name in the insurance industry, MetLife is dedicated to helping companies be there for their employees in good times and bad. Using finely tuned critical thinking, creative, and interpersonal skills, you'll become part of the benefits solution in modern America. As we grow, we're dedicated to building a diverse and talented team of sales professionals to support our Regional Markets--so you can help us improve the lives of even more people in the years to come.

     

    If this all sounds like you, we think you'd be a great fit for our team. But to help you decide if MetLife is the right fit for you, here's a little more information about what it's like to work here.

    Our Commitments:

    When we say we are purpose-driven, we mean it. We're committed to supporting the community, protecting the environment, and building a workplace where people from all backgrounds can shine:

     

    Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index: Recognized for our commitment to gender equality and representation in leadership

     

    five years running

     

    Human Rights Campaign: Recognized as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality for 16 consecutive years

     

    National Association for Female Executives: Recognized as a Top Company for Executive Women

     

    Coronavirus support and relief: Dedicated more than $250 million as of May 2020

     

    Sustainability: Implemented company-wide policies to achieve carbon neutrality, decrease energy consumption, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions

    Our Promise to You:

    As a provider of employee benefits, we know how important it is to feel taken care of by your employer. That sense of support is the foundation of great work--because when you don't have to worry, you can bring your best self to every task. That's why we're dedicated to doing what's right by our people, including:

     

    Comprehensive insurance, covering not only what's expected for you and your family--pets included--but also any curveballs that life might throw at you

     

    Employee resource groups to support your career growth and help you build your workplace community

     

    Training and development opportunities during and after the program to help you expand your skillset and advance your career in whatever direction feels right

    Equal Employment Opportunity/Disability/Veterans

    If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at [email protected]. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process.

     

    MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace.