Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.

It's an exciting time to join Brown & Brown! Our business is growing both in North America and internationally which emphasizes the need to build an unparalleled team that promotes future growth. We're excited to continue solidifying that foundation as we are looking for a Student Summer Intern to join our growing team in Sarasota, Florida.

This opportunity will provide exposure to all aspects of selling and servicing insurance at a high level. This internship is a great introduction to a career in sales, and provides students with a hands-on learning experience. Each day provides students with a variety of experiences, and education is at the forefront of this internship. Our goal is for students to experience real-world situations by working along with other team members on an actual new business and renewal accounts.

Who We Are: Brown & Brown, Inc. is a growing global insurance brokerage firm delivering risk management solutions and services since 1939. Our unique culture is built on honestly, integrity, innovation and discipline and defines who we are and how we treat our customers, teammates and the communities we serve. We think of ourselves as a team, so we have teammates---not employees. We prioritize health, family, and business---in that order. We embrace and celebrate diversity, always striving to be an inclusive place where you have the power to be yourself. Traded on the New York Stock Exchange as BRO, Brown & Brown is a big company that doesn’t act like one.

Who We Are Looking For: We are looking for passionate team players who believe in working hard and having fun in a collaborative environment. Our team is customer-focused and values the importance of strong relationships, professionalism, and trust. We embrace solutions-oriented big thinkers who are committed to results and aren’t afraid to take risks. We are driven to set goals high and aim even higher.

General Responsibilities:

• Student will develop and execute a sales process (relationship building, prospecting new opportunities, meeting with prospective clients, policy review/analysis, marketing new business accounts and presentations to prospective clients)
• Student will learn in the areas of Property & Casualty, Employee Benefits, and Personal Lines insurance.
• Students will learn to analyze a prospect’s needs and current insurance programs and find opportunities to strengthen their risk management structure.
• Students will participate in training meetings, which include technical and sales topics as well as sales role-play exercises with our team members.

Required Qualifications:

• Proficient with MS Office Suite.
• Exceptional telephone demeanor.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritize and plan work activities and uses time efficiently.
• Maintain confidentially, remain open to others’ ideas and exhibit willingness to try new things.
• Ability to speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations and demonstrates group presentation skills.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We take pride in the diversity of our team and seek diversity in our applicants.