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Sports & Entertainment Division — Football Practice Group
Position: Youth & Amateur Football Insurance Intern
Supervisor: Division Manager
Status: Non-Exempt, Full-time / Seasonal (Summer Internship)
Duration: 10–12 Weeks (Summer)
Compensation: Paid Internship
Location: Wilmington, MA (Hybrid)
About ESP Specialty Insurance
SPG Sports and Entertainment Insurance is a leading specialty brokerage firm focused on the sports and entertainment industry, bowling centers, family entertainment centers (FECs), and related risk categories. Operating under four brands — ESP Specialty, Insurance Allies, Sadler Sports, and Jones Birdsong — we serve clients across the country with deep market expertise and long-standing carrier relationships. Our team is built on entrepreneurial drive, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to our clients.
Internship Overview
Are you passionate about football and looking to launch a career in specialty insurance? ESP Specialty Insurance’s Youth & Amateur Football Internship offers hands-on experience supporting one of the largest youth and amateur football insurance programs in the country. You’ll work alongside our Sports & Entertainment team, learning the full lifecycle of a sports insurance account — from underwriting submissions and policy issuance to claims coordination and risk management. Our football clients include youth leagues, high school programs, semi-pro and arena leagues, and governing bodies at the regional and national level. This is a rare opportunity to combine a passion for the sport with a high-growth career path in specialty insurance.
What You’ll Do
This is a paid, full-time summer internship. Standard hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Flexible scheduling may be considered for students with academic obligations.
Equal Employment Opportunity
ESP Specialty Insurance provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, and training.
Salary Transparency
Disclosure required under applicable law in California, Colorado, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York, New Jersey, and Washington states: The compensation for this position is a variable comp structure, i.e., draw plus commission. As such, the total salary paid will vary directly depending on the successful candidate’s book of business at an particular time. The draw range for this position is $20/hr and could be impacted by factors such as the successful candidate’s skills, experience and working location, as well as the specific position’s business line, scope and level. HUB International is proud to offer comprehensive benefit and total compensation packages which could include health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, FSA, HSA and 401(k) accounts, paid-time-off benefits, and eligible bonuses, equity and/or commissions for some positions.
#SPG
Department Account Management & Service
Required Experience: 1-2 years of relevant experience
Required Travel: No Travel Required
Required Education: High school or equivalent
HUB International Limited is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
E-Verify Program
We endeavor to make this website accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the recruiting team HUBRecruiting@hubinternational.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.
Position: Youth & Amateur Football Insurance Intern
Supervisor: Division Manager
Status: Non-Exempt, Full-time / Seasonal (Summer Internship)
Duration: 10–12 Weeks (Summer)
Compensation: Paid Internship
Location: Wilmington, MA (Hybrid)
About ESP Specialty Insurance
SPG Sports and Entertainment Insurance is a leading specialty brokerage firm focused on the sports and entertainment industry, bowling centers, family entertainment centers (FECs), and related risk categories. Operating under four brands — ESP Specialty, Insurance Allies, Sadler Sports, and Jones Birdsong — we serve clients across the country with deep market expertise and long-standing carrier relationships. Our team is built on entrepreneurial drive, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to our clients.
Internship Overview
Are you passionate about football and looking to launch a career in specialty insurance? ESP Specialty Insurance’s Youth & Amateur Football Internship offers hands-on experience supporting one of the largest youth and amateur football insurance programs in the country. You’ll work alongside our Sports & Entertainment team, learning the full lifecycle of a sports insurance account — from underwriting submissions and policy issuance to claims coordination and risk management. Our football clients include youth leagues, high school programs, semi-pro and arena leagues, and governing bodies at the regional and national level. This is a rare opportunity to combine a passion for the sport with a high-growth career path in specialty insurance.
What You’ll Do
- Support the account management team with policy renewals, coverage comparisons, and new business submissions for youth and amateur football clients
- Assist with underwriting data collection, exposure analysis, and submission preparation for football programs and league accounts
- Help coordinate with carrier partners, and others on coverage placement and endorsements
- Draft renewal comparison letters, coverage summary emails, and proposal packages under supervisor guidance
- Log and maintain account activity in the agency system, tracking key renewal dates and open items
- Research and compile league and association data to support prospecting and new business development
- Complete a defined intern project — such as a market analysis or client outreach initiative — and present findings to leadership at the end of the summer
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, Marketing, or a related field (rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior preferred)
- Genuine interest in football (playing, coaching, officiating, or fan-level passion for the sport) — no prior insurance experience required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to correspond professionally with clients and carriers
- Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple accounts and deadlines simultaneously
- Self-starter with a collaborative mindset and eagerness to learn a technical, specialized industry
- Customer-first mindset and high ethical standards
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with CRM tools is a plus
- Familiarity with football league structures, governing bodies (Pop Warner, NFHS, USA Football), or sports administration is a meaningful advantage
- How specialty insurance programs for youth and amateur football are structured, priced, and placed
- The roles of admitted vs. surplus lines carriers and how ESP accesses specialty markets for sports risks
- How to build and manage an insurance submission from exposure gathering through binding coverage
- Participant accident medical insurance — a core product for sports leagues — including coverage triggers, limits, and claims coordination
- How claims are handled in a sports context, including pre-litigation protocols and carrier communication
This is a paid, full-time summer internship. Standard hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Flexible scheduling may be considered for students with academic obligations.
Equal Employment Opportunity
ESP Specialty Insurance provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, and training.
Salary Transparency
Disclosure required under applicable law in California, Colorado, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York, New Jersey, and Washington states: The compensation for this position is a variable comp structure, i.e., draw plus commission. As such, the total salary paid will vary directly depending on the successful candidate’s book of business at an particular time. The draw range for this position is $20/hr and could be impacted by factors such as the successful candidate’s skills, experience and working location, as well as the specific position’s business line, scope and level. HUB International is proud to offer comprehensive benefit and total compensation packages which could include health/dental/vision/life/disability insurance, FSA, HSA and 401(k) accounts, paid-time-off benefits, and eligible bonuses, equity and/or commissions for some positions.
#SPG
Department Account Management & Service
Required Experience: 1-2 years of relevant experience
Required Travel: No Travel Required
Required Education: High school or equivalent
HUB International Limited is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
E-Verify Program
We endeavor to make this website accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the recruiting team HUBRecruiting@hubinternational.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; do not use this contact information to inquire about the status of applications.
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