The Opportunity

At MassMutual Strategic Distributors, we are looking for and investing in students who will become tomorrow's future for our organization. As an intern in our MMSD Wholesaling organization at MassMutual, you will help solve real business problems, develop both the personal and professional skills needed to build a successful career, while having fun and building relationships that will last a lifetime. As an intern you will be able to demonstrate your ability to adapt and thrive in complex, uncertain and changing situations while highlighting your intellectual curiosity as a continuous learner. You'll be able to earn confidence and trust through ownership, commitment, and follow-through in achieving results in your projects, while building a deeper understanding of how a business operates, specifically with a continuous improvement mindset. You will bring your ability to manage priorities effectively and adapt quickly to achieve goals.

The Program

This program is intended for college students who are preparing for a future in Sales, Wholesaling and Distribution. As part of our Summer 2023 Life and Disability Distribution Wholesaling Organization, you will be a part of a company that fosters an inclusive and dynamic environment where our employees are valued for who they are and can build successful careers. For us, diversity and inclusion are more than a goal, it's the only way forward. Our interns experience both professional and personal development through some of the key aspects of the program described below.

• Meaningful Projects: Apply your knowledge and skills by participating in high profile projects in a respected and highly rated company. Take part in our collaborative work environment focusing on process improvements that help us better serve our customers, including both external and internal customers.

• Mentors: Be paired with professionals at MassMutual Strategic Distributors to learn about the business throughout several departments while utilizing your mentors as a sounding board to share and shape your ideas.

• Networking Opportunities: Engage with the greater MassMutual community by being involved in networking activities and smaller group meetings with senior leaders in the company.

• Volunteer Opportunities: MassMutual invests more than $20 million annually in organizations across the country to support communities and broaden their economic opportunity. Join colleagues within MassMutual and make a positive impact in the community!

The Impact

Your work will help our customers secure their future and protect the ones they love. You will experience our inclusive culture where we rely on one another, strive to deliver value for our employees, customers, and our future, and the support we provide employees through resources, tools and a culture that values their contribution. 

The Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED

• Must be a current college student enrolled in a four-year bachelor's degree program, with a graduation date of 2024

• Must have currently a cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

• At least one year of work experience

• Demonstrated leadership skills gained from student clubs, community involvement or work experience

• Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication

The Ideal Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience in sales or customer service

• Possesses an interest in Risk Management and Insurance business, entrepreneurship, sales, marketing, or related field

• Must be coachable, ethical, service oriented, a team player and relationship builder

• Strong, creative problem solver

• Strong data analysis skills

• Able to influence others and demonstrate strong consultative skills

• Works autonomously, self-starter

• Intellectually curious and agile learner

• Able to demonstrate strong business acumen

• Minor in Information Technology or Computer Science

• Military experience a plus!

• Demonstration of MassMutual's Core Values: Act with Integrity, Focus on the Customer, Value People, Work Collaboratively, and Achieve Results

Location – REMOTE/Springfield/Boston/New York City

• This internship is REMOTE, however, although you have an opportunity to work out of Springfield, MA office Head Quarters (1295 State Street Springfield, MA 01111) or Boston Seaport office (10 Fan Pier Boulevard, Boston, MA 02210)

Work Schedule

• 8 Hours per day / 40 hours per week

• 8 weeks; June 5th-July 28th

Compensation

• $25/hr

What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team

• Regular meetings with your team

• Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager

• Access to mentorship opportunities

• Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LBTQ, Veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups

• Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms

• Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits

• Conduct market and industry research

• Deepen the understanding of the distribution organization and how we go to market

• Become familiar with insurance-related products and services and a consultative business approach including but not limited to direct instruction, individual research, training, focused projects and practical application

• Complete 2 Hands-on Learning Project

• Complete a minimum of 1 presentation

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MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply. Note: Veterans are welcome to apply, regardless of their discharge status.
If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us and share the specifics of the assistance you need.

Offers of employment are contingent on the completion of satisfactory references, background investigation, and (if applicable) any federal securities law requirements/FINRA regulations (including fingerprinting) and/or passing of a drug screening.

At MassMutual, we focus on ensuring fair, equitable pay by providing competitive salaries, along with incentive and bonus opportunities for all employees. Your total compensation package includes either a bonus target or in a sales-focused role a Variable Incentive Compensation component. For more information about our extensive benefits offerings please check out our Total Rewards at a Glance.