Summer Internship Program

Recruit New Talent with OIA’s Summer Internship Program

The purpose of the internship program is to expose students (particularly business, marketing and entrepreneurial business majors in their junior or senior years of college) to careers in independent insurance agencies. The program will also include students at Community Colleges interested in exploring IA careers.

Our goal is to raise visibility of the insurance industry and independent agency system among college students and to create interest in the industry as a career option for young professionals. 

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Agency Commitments

Budget to pay intern $16/hr. (Student will be placed on agency payroll). At ten weeks equals $6,400 before payroll taxes
Budget for intern to travel and spend one night in Columbus to participate in learning and social event
Participate in the interview and selection of the intern for your agency
Provide day to day oversight & management of the intern
Provide equipment needed for intern to perform work (computer, systems access, desk etc.)
Provide meaningful learning opportunities during the internship that provide a realistic and positive overview of careers within the Independent Agencies. Opportunities should include marketing efforts, non-licensed customer service work, exposure to personal/commercial lines, interactions/observations with carriers and clients
Assign an internship host/mentor who will ensure a great experience for the intern
If mutually beneficial, consider offering the intern a part-time work extension, additional internship next summer, or a full-time job offer

OIA Commitments

Provide overall organization and direction of the program
Help agencies find interns by marketing internship opportunity and participating in college career fairs
Coordinate internship interviews and program offers
Be a resource to agencies for questions, concerns, and general support during the internship
Be a resource to interns to provide mentorship and general support during the program
Host educational and social activities to connect interns
Provide a $500 Foundation scholarship for students upon successful completion of the program

Intern Commitments

To have a sincere interest/openness to exploring a career in an Independent Agency
To attend all intern program events (Orientation, Education, Social, Debrief)
To complete a final presentation on their internship experience

Intern Housing

We will make a strong effort to match agencies with students local to their agency to avoid the additional expense of housing

Considering a Career in Insurance?

When it comes to career paths, insurance often gets forgotten. However, there aren’t many industries that have the job security, growth potential, and relationship building opportunities that the Independent Insurance Industry offers. Don’t take our word for it though, check out some testimonials from young agents who love working in the industry.

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Have Questions? Reach out to us!

If you have questions or would like to discuss the program, please contact Brian Lawrence, Director of HR Solutions at 614-552-3048 or fill out the form below.

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