C&I Internship: State Farm Insurance Agent Aspirant

About: An Agent Aspirant position is a training and mentorship role that helps candidates learn the insurance industry, build sales skills, and work toward obtaining the required licenses. Through hands-on experience and guidance, participants develop the knowledge and track record needed to compete for future opportunities to own and operate their own insurance business. Compensation includes hourly wage plus bonus potential.

Job Description & Primary Duties:

• Proactively contact potential customers to promote and sell insurance products
• Identify customer needs by asking questions and reviewing existing coverage
• Recommend appropriate policies (life, auto, home, health, or business) based on coverage goals and budget
• Explain plan benefits, costs, deductibles, and coverage details clearly
• Build and maintain a strong pipeline of leads through networking and outreach
• Follow up with prospects to answer questions and close sales
• Complete required paperwork and submit applications accurately and on time
• Maintain product knowledge and stay up to date on insurance regulations and company guidelines
• Track sales activity, leads, and results in CRM systems
• Provide excellent customer service before and after policy purchase

Job Requirements Community & Industry positions are an extension of Berry’s LifeWorks program. This position is considered an intermediate level position and requires students to have completed the CPPD resume approval process. This internship is sophomore through senior level students only. Need approval? Complete a Resume Review HERE to access guidance, samples and document starters. Please upload your resume as a Word or PDF file only. A CPPD team member will review it within 2–3 business days and may request additional edits before approving. Once approved, you’ll meet the resume requirement for all C&I and Intermediate, Advanced, and Pre-Professional LifeWorks jobs. Need in-person help? Schedule an appointment on Handshake to meet with a Career Peer Advisor for personalized support.

Requirements:

• Reliable off-campus personal transportation and willingess to travel to Summerville, GA (about 20 minutes north of Berry College on HWY 27)
• Ideal candidates will have an interest in pursuing a career in insurance after graduation