About the role#
New York Life is seeking a Sales Summer Intern for a 10-week program within the Group Benefit Solutions (GBS) division. This internship provides hands-on exposure to sales and account management by working alongside experienced professionals to support business development and strengthen client and broker relationships.
What you'll do#
- Support Field Sales and Account Management teams to understand how client relationships are developed and maintained.
- Learn the NYL GBS product portfolio and collaborate with cross-functional partners in Underwriting, Marketing, and Operations.
- Use business platforms including Salesforce, BenefitFlow, Tableau, and generative AI to organize information and analyze data.
- Engage in mentorship, networking, and professional development sessions with sales leaders and account executives.
- Collaborate with fellow interns on a capstone project to develop and present recommendations to stakeholders.
What you'll need#
- Rising senior status pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Marketing, Risk Management, or a related field.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and Word.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.
- A demonstrated interest in client-facing work.
Location & details#
- Location: Chicago, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: Hybrid (3 days per week in office).
- Employment Type: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Paid position.
- Note: This program does not offer employment-based immigration sponsorship.
