Distribution Sales Team Intern - Summer 2026

Please note that we do not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

COMPANY SUMMARY:

Come join one of America’s fastest growing insurance companies with a stable history of over 175 years. At National Life Group (“NLG”), we offer a flexible work environment with opportunity for growth. As a mission-driven business, our promises are as important as the products we sell. We encourage our associates to live our values: Do Good. Be Good. Make Good.

Our mission extends beyond the insurance and annuities policies that we sell. Our cause is also to make the world a better place through grants from our charitable foundation, paid time for our employees to volunteer, environmentally sustainable and healthy work sites, and events that promote the work of nonprofits in our own backyard.

We invite you to explore what we have to offer and to join our cause.

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Sales Intern to support our sales teams in driving business growth. This internship offers hands-on experience in sales operations, customer engagement, lead generation, and market research. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, has strong communication skills, and is interested in learning about financial services.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the sales team with their day-to-day activities
• Maintain and update customer information in CRM systems (Salesforce)
• Prepare sales reports, presentations, and proposals
• Conduct market and competitor research
• Help coordinate sales meetings and demos
• Collaborate with marketing and other teams to support campaigns
• Attend trainings to learn about the financial services industry

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or a related field
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

 

HOW YOU SHOW UP:

• Highly reliable, engaged and possess a customer service attitude
• Demonstrate effective communication to various areas of the organization (technical and non-technical)
• Bring your creativity, thought leadership and curiosity to the table – be an active participant in all forums to contribute and learn
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, i.e. a problem solver’s mindset
• Eager to learn and ask relevant questions to seek out new knowledge; make connections
• Enjoy taking on challenges and working towards solutions both collaboratively and independently 

 

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

• 10-week paid internship (June 2 - August 7) with formal orientation and onboarding
• Networking opportunities with peers and leaders throughout the summer
• Cross-Departmental group project focused on an enterprise-wide solution presented at company-wide event
• Presentation skills coaching sessions
• Learning opportunities throughout program
• Access to mentors (former program participants)