Sales Internship Opportunity

3 weeks ago

Des Moines Iowa, United States Principal Financial Group Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Sales Intern to join our team at Principal Financial Group. As a Sales Intern, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sales support, prospecting new business opportunities, and working closely with our sales teams.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide sales support through phone interaction with advisors and brokerage offices
  • Assist in prospecting new sources of business while learning to utilize Salesforce
  • Partner with and shadow sales teams in every US territory to gain valuable experience and networking opportunities
  • Perform basic reporting tasks related to sales performance
  • Assist with special projects assigned
Requirements
  • Currently pursuing or completed undergraduate or graduate level degree
  • Involvement in extracurricular activities and/or involvement within the community
  • Interest in a career in sales
  • Preference will be given to students who have experience with sales either through a previous internship, involvement, or work experience
  • Ability to build positive relationships with internal and external partners
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary range of $18 - $20 per hour, paid company holidays, and a pension-eligible plan. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, gain career direction, and contribute to work that helps more people and businesses around the world save enough, have enough, and protect enough.

Location

This internship opportunity will be based in our Des Moines, IA home office location.

Work Authorization/Sponsorship

At this time, we're not considering candidates that need any type of immigration sponsorship (additional work authorization or permanent work authorization) now or in the future to work in the United States.

Investment Code of Ethics

For Principal Global Investors positions, you'll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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