What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farmers Insurance Agent Apprentice position at Farmers Insurance Group and Careers?
About the Role:
District 56 Farmers Insurance is hiring for our Insurance Sales Apprenticeship Program — a full-time, paid training opportunity for driven, entrepreneurial-minded individuals who are interested in building a long-term career in the insurance industry.
As an apprentice, you’ll work alongside an experienced Farmers agent, receive one-on-one mentorship, and gain real-world sales experience while following a structured development plan. This role is the first step in a professional track that can lead to future agency-level career opportunities within the Farmers Insurance network.
We are currently hiring across San Diego County, including:
Chula Vista, La Jolla, Carlsbad, San Marcos, Valley Center, Poway, and Temecula.
What You’ll Do:
- Build client relationships and help individuals and families protect what matters most
- Learn to quote, sell, and service policies across auto, home, life, and commercial lines
- Complete licensing and onboarding with full support from our district team
- Contribute to office sales goals while building your own book of business
- Gain real experience in marketing, sales, and client retention
- Train toward becoming a fully licensed agent and future agency leader
What We Offer:
- Base Salary Commission Performance Bonuses
- Expected first-year earnings: $50,000 – $90,000
- $4,000 graduation bonus upon successful completion of the program
- $5,000 bonus after licensing and milestone achievements
- Paid licensing support and onboarding
- Weekly mentorship from top-performing agents and district leadership
- Monday–Friday schedule with flexible hours
- Paid time off and optional insurance benefits
- Career advancement into agency-level roles within the Farmers system
Who We’re Looking For:
- Motivated, growth-minded professionals with an interest in entrepreneurship
- Must obtain or be willing to obtain California Property & Casualty, and Life & Health licenses
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Goal-oriented with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Comfortable using basic technology and CRM tools
- Prior experience in sales or customer service is helpful, but not required
About District 56 – Farmers Insurance
Farmers Insurance is one of the most trusted names in insurance, serving over 10 million policyholders across the U.S. Based in San Diego, District 56 supports a growing network of 60 agencies and is known for its commitment to agent development and long-term career success. Our local offices are backed by national brand power, world-class training, and a supportive community of professionals.
We are actively hiring across multiple regions of San Diego County, including:
Chula Vista, La Jolla, Carlsbad, San Marcos, Valley Center, Poway, and Temecula.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $50,000 - $90,000