Sales Support Intern - SIAG (Summer 2027)

Internship Opportunity

Assist the sales teams by providing support on numerous projects within the team. Support efforts to increase overall effectiveness and efficiency of the sales support team in order to increase sales and overall bottom line results for the Sammons Financial Group Member Companies. Work collaboratively with internal departments to fulfill needs and requests.

Internship program is designed to give students experience with projects and performing tasks within their hired work area. You will be exposed to other areas within the organization by participating in development, culture and volunteer events. This paid internship is 8-10 weeks in length with the possibility of extending hours into the school year. Our internship program holds an 80/10/10 approach, meaning that 80% of your work time will involve performing tasks or working on projects within your hired work area. Another 10% of the time, you will be exposed to learning in other areas within your assigned division to get more corporate experience. Then, the final 10% will be spent in shared experiences across the organization, where you will get to really learn about our culture and work environment.

Assist recruits and Regional Sales Directors (RSD) with data mining. Run reports via Salesforce. Track any potential sales contest and incentives, both externally to agents or internally, for the sales team representatives. Order supplies for agents. Assist with making outbound calls to agents and marketers. Proactively increase knowledge of fixed annuity industry and competitor offerings. Participate in an energetic, supportive team environment to meet and exceed assigned goals in a high performance culture. Maintain and promote a positive image of the team, department, and company. Lead by example, using a "Sammons First" approach. Commitment to embrace Sammons Financial Group Companies shared values (Accountability, Connection, Openness, Respect and Integrity). As stated within the Company Attendance and Punctuality policy, regular attendance is required and expected in order to meet the business service levels and workflow demands. Other duties as assigned.

Individual pursuing their Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Business Administration, Marketing, or related field Preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proven ability to work efficiently and independently. Strong analytical problem solving skills. Demonstrated ability to influence others. Knowledge of the sales process. Disciplined and self-motivated. Organized with ability to focus on appropriate details. Ability to adapt to frequent change. Motivated to expand industry-specific knowledge. High energy level and excellent interpersonal skills; positive attitude required.

Criminal background check required.

USD $20.00 - USD $20.00 /Hr. Range includes data points from multiple labor markets. Specific range is dependent on the labor market where the incumbent will be hired to perform the position. Starting salary is dependent on candidate qualifications and experience. For a narrower salary range specific to your labor market, please inquire.

Comprehensive health coverage for you and your family, including Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA & FSA options, and term life insurance. Competitive compensation with a performance-based incentive program tied to clear goals and individual and/or company success. Invest in your future with our 100% company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), plus automatic enrollment in our 401(k). Worklife balance that means something. Friday afternoons off year-round, generous paid time off, and paid holidays. Commit to your growth with paid development time, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities across industry, individual, and leadership programs. Make an impact beyond the workplace through volunteer time off, and our company nonprofit matching gift program, supporting the causes that matter most to you. An ownership culture that inspires; join a connected, values-driven workplace where employees take accountability, support one another, and are empowered to do their best worktogether shaping our future shared success.

At this time, we're not considering candidates that need any type of immigration sponsorship now or in the future or those needing work authorization for this role (This includes, but is not limited to students on F1-OPT, F1-CPT, J-1, etc.)

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