Summer Personal Lines Sales Relationships Intern

If you’re passionate about helping people protect what matters most to them at a Fortune 100 company with nearly $70 billion in annual sales, as well as innovating and simplifying processes and operations to provide the best customer value, then Nationwide’s Property and Casualty team could be the place for you! At Nationwide®, “on your side” goes beyond just words. Our customers and partners are at the center of everything we do and we’re looking for associates who are passionate about delivering extraordinary care.

Nationwide is a leader in the insurance and financial services industry in America. We are a Fortune 100 company with a mission to protect people, businesses and futures with extraordinary care. The Nationwide summer internship program is designed to empower you, allowing you to forge a strong foundation for your career. Over the course of 12 weeks, Nationwide interns take part in key business assignments that make a difference, all while enhancing their leadership competencies.

As a Nationwide intern, you’ll enjoy everything that makes us great. From professional development sessions and networking events to collaborations with company leaders, your internship will take on a meaningful journey through the Nationwide experience. Our award-winning culture will ensure you feel welcomed, challenged and encouraged every step of the way!

The Person al Lines Sales & Distribution team partners with independent agencies to drive profitable growth, strengthen agency relationships, and support strategic business objectives. Through sales programs, agency engagement, territory management, and business development initiatives, we help agencies grow their business while delivering results for Nationwide. Success on our team requires strong relationship-building, communication, and problem-solving skills. Interns gain exposure to agency operations, sales strategy, territory management, producer engagement, and the independent agency channel while working alongside experienced sales and distribution professionals.

A day in the life of a PL Sales Relationships Intern might include:

• Participating in a comprehensive learning experience focused on sales, agency operations, and territory management.
• Partnering with Territory Representatives and Sales Relationship Specialists to support agency development and sales initiatives.
• Participating in virtual and in-person agency visits to gain firsthand exposure to agency operations and relationship management.
• Learning how agencies write business, grow profitability, and are compensated for their performance.
• Supporting sales programs, agency engagement initiatives, and producer recognition activities.
• Assisting with the Nationwide Rewards program, including program administration, performance evaluation, and communications.
• Analyzing sales and performance information to identify trends, growth opportunities, and return-on-investment insights.
• Utilizing tools such as Salesforce, AI technologies, and reporting resources to support sales and distribution initiatives.
• Learning and participating in Lean Six Sigma problem-solving and continuous improvement activities.
• Collaborating with sales team members, business partners, and fellow interns on projects and strategic initiatives.
• Completing a capstone project that identifies an opportunity within the Sales organization and presenting recommendations to Personal Lines Sales leadership.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

• Exposure to agency operations, relationship management, and sales strategy.
• Opportunities to engage directly with agents, Territory Representatives, and sales leaders.
• Experience supporting agency engagement, incentive, and…