Sales Intern at Allstate in Illinois

Sales Intern Location: USA - IL (Remote) At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years, our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection. Job Description The Summer 2026 Sales Intern role is designed for rising seniors who are interested in building a career in sales, consulting, or business operations. This8–10-week programprovides hands-on exposure across Allstate’s sales channels, including both inside sales and field sales environments. Interns will gain practical experience analyzing customer interactions, supporting agent-facing initiatives, and collaborating across teams to understand how sales strategies are executed. This role focuses on developing foundational skills in communication, problem-solving, and data-informed decision-making while offering a broad view of how sales functionsoperatewithin a large organization. Program Highlights (Including Sales Licensing Exposure) 8-10-week Summer 2026 internship focused on hands-on learning and development within Allstate’s sales organization Structured program including onboarding, mentorship, and networking opportunities Exposure to both inside sales and field sales environments within one integrated experience Opportunity to explore and begin the process of obtaining a Property & Casualty or Personal Lines sales license, with learning resources and guidance provided by Allstate Access to leaders, cross-functional partners, and real-world business challenges A collaborative, inclusive environment where interns are encouraged to share ideas and grow Key Learning Opportunities & Responsibilities Customer Interaction & Inside Sales Exposure Observe and support customer engagement across channels such as phone, chat, and digital platforms to understand how customer needs areidentifiedand addressed Assistin reviewing and summarizing customer interaction data toidentifycommon trends, needs, and opportunities for improvement Learn how sales professionals uncover customer needs and recommend solutions through structured sales conversations Support the documentation and improvement of sales processes and workflows Field Sales & Agent-Facing Experience Partner with field sales leaders to learn how agent-facing strategies and communications are developed and delivered Assistin preparing materials, communications, and presentations for field sales initiatives Gain exposure to the agent recruitment process, including coordination and planning activities Observe how field teams collaborate with operations, sales enablement, and other partners to support business outcomes Cross-Functional Collaboration & Business Exposure Work with teams across sales, operations, and marketing to gather insights and support project-based work Assistwith research, data organization, and preparation of summaries or presentations for leadership discussions Contribute ideas to improve processes, enhance customer experience, or support sales effectiveness Build an understanding of howdifferent partsof the business work together to support growth Skills & Qualifications Strong interest in sales, customer experience, or business strategy Effective communication skills, both written and verbal Curiosity and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment Ability to analyze information,identifypatterns, and draw basic insights Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Comfortable working in a team environment and collaborating with diverse partners Proficiencywith Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) is helpful Education Requirements Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree Expected graduation date between December 2026 and May 2027 (rising senior status at time of internship) Compensation offered for this role is between $22 and $25 an hour and is based on experience and qualifications. Allstate provides a comprehensive technology setup, including a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse. Employees eligible to work from home also receive a monthly connectivity reimbursement to help offset internet costs. When working from home, you must have a dedicated, private workspace free from distractions, along with appropriate desk and seating. Reliable internet is required, with minimum speeds of 50 MB download and 5 MB upload. Skills Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger – a winning team making a meaningful impact. Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position. 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