Sales Internship - Summer 2026 (Waukee, IA)

Job Description: Are you looking to dive into the world of insurance through an immersive, hands-on program? Look no further! Join us in our Waukee, IA location for our 11-week summer program for an internship opportunity that will give you invaluable insights into the industry while you explore your own talents and interests. What’s in it for you? Learn the Ropes: Immerse yourself in the intricacies of the insurance industry, gaining a comprehensive understanding of our operations through educational workshops. Explore Opportunities: Discover the various career paths available within Holmes Murphy and forge a path for your future by rotating through different lines of business. Engage and Present: Hone your communication skills by participating in presentations and sharing what you’ve been learning with your fellow interns and business leaders. Network with the Best: You will have access to our industry experts and leaders who will provide mentorship and guidance for your future career. Community Connection: Attend community activities and become part of our company’s vibrant culture. At Holmes Murphy we Give.Fully in our communities and expect the same from our interns! What is our Sales Internship? Our Sales Interns rotate through our Brokerage Services teams throughout the summer to broaden their perspective of Holmes Murphy and the insurance industry (where available based on geography). Our Sales team focuses on growth and client acquisition. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: Assisting in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities Assisting in building relationships with prospective clients Collaborating across departments to deliver value-driven proposals Supporting full-time sales team members in contributing to company profitability Attending sales meetings Attending community activities & association meetings to promote Holmes Murphy Preparing and delivering proactive sales presentations to leaders and mentors Additional duties as assigned Who are we looking for? We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated, and curious individuals who are eager to learn and contribute to our team. We believe great talent exists everywhere; no matter your major or background, we welcome you to apply and bring your whole self to Holmes Murphy. Why Holmes Murphy? Paid Experience: Earn while you learn. On-Site Engagement: Enjoy the full experience of working on-site, building meaningful connections and gaining practical knowledge. Professional Development: Take advantage of a robust learning environment that encourages growth and development. Leadership Support: Opportunities to collaborate with and learn from industry experts throughout all areas of Holmes Murphy. Unmatched visibility and access to leadership, all the way up to the executive level – we love our interns! Qualifications Currently enrolled or in pursuit of enrollment at a 4-year institution. Examples of prior majors’ interns have pursued: Business Administration, Finance, Sales, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Health Promotion, Risk Management & Insurance, and more. Prior work experience is a plus, preferably in a customer service or administrative role. We also know imposter syndrome is real and the confidence gap can get in the way of meeting awesome candidates. Please don’t hesitate to apply to our Summer Internship - we’d love to hear from you! Holmes Murphy & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #LI-LC1 There’s No Place Like Holmes! You'll love what you do and who you do it with when you join Holmes Murphy! Not only can you create connections, experience the energy, and seize the opportunities we have, but you can also: Grow Your Career – In our growing and dynamic organization, we encourage talent mobility, whether that be career progression, expanding skillsets, or even transferring to another Holmes Murphy office! Learn... On Us – We believe in building the best experts in the industry, supported through a variety of benefits like continuing education and tuition reimbursement. Share in Our Success – Our philosophy is to share in our collective success. One of the many ways we accomplish that is through our 401(k)-profit share, which is distributed to all employees regardless of their own contributions! Take Time to Recharge – We offer generous time off, including a Health Matters Day, Celebrate Day (for your birthday!), Diversity Day, Volunteer Time Off, and paid parental leave. And yes, we encourage you to take time away!