The Opportunity

At MassMutual, we are looking for and investing in students who will become tomorrow’s future business leaders. As an intern in Third-Party Distribution and New Markets, you will help solve real business problems, and develop both the professional and leadership skills needed to build a successful career. As an intern you will be able to demonstrate your ability to adapt and thrive in complex, uncertain and changing situations while highlighting your intellectual curiosity as a continuous learner. You’ll be able to earn confidence and trust through ownership, commitment, and follow-through in achieving results in your projects, while building a deeper understanding of how a business operates, specifically with a continuous improvement mindset. You’ll bring your ability to manage priorities effectively and adapting quickly to achieve goals.

About Third-Party Distribution and New Markets

The third-party distribution and new markets organization was created to focus on deepening and expanding our distribution channels and to consider areas of market innovation to reach more people.  It is comprised of several businesses including MassMutual Strategic Distributors (MMSD), MassMutual Ascend, Worksite, Blueprint Income and our mass market team.  These organizations are focused on distributing various products including life, disability income, annuity, and hybrid insurance products through a network of strategic distribution partners as well as voluntary benefits such as group whole life and supplemental health products such as critical illness and accident.  These organizations all have one goal: To deliver on our purpose of helping people secure their future and protect the ones they love.

The Program

This program is intended for college students who are preparing for a future in Data Analytics, Sales, Communications, Client Services or Finance.  As part of our Summer 2024 Internship Program, you will be a part of a company that fosters an inclusive and dynamic environment where our employees are valued for who they are and can build successful careers. For us, diversity and inclusion are more than a goal, it's the only way forward.  Our interns experience both professional and personal development through some of the key aspects of the program described below.

Meaningful Projects: Apply your knowledge and skills by participating in high profile projects in a respected and highly rated company. Take part in our collaborative work environment focusing on process improvements that help us better serve our customers, including both external and internal customers.

Mentors: Be paired with professionals throughout third-party distribution and new markets to learn about the business throughout several departments while utilizing your mentors as a sounding board to share and shape your ideas.

Networking Opportunities: Engage with the greater MassMutual community by being involved in networking activities and smaller group meetings with senior leaders in the company.

Volunteer Opportunities: MassMutual invests more than $20 million annually in organizations across the country to support communities and broaden their economic opportunity.  Join colleagues within MassMutual and make a positive impact in the community!

The Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED

Must be a rising sophomore, rising junior or rising senior enrolled in a four-year bachelor’s degree program, with an anticipated graduation date of 2026, 2027 or 2028Able to work in office at our Springfield, MA corporate home officeMust be currently authorized to work in the US, without requiring any future sponsorship

Ideal Qualifications

Pursuing a major in Data Analytics, Sales, Communications or Finance

Strong Microsoft Skills (Excel, Word & PowerPoint

Strong intellectual curiosity to think outside the box when problem solving

Ability to take the initiative to go above and beyond

6+ months' experience via student clubs, community involvement or paid job

Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication

Location – Springfield, MA

Must be able to work onsite in our Springfield, MA office Head Quarters (1295 State Street Springfield, MA 01111) 3 days a week

What to Expect as Part of MassMutual and the Team

Regular meetings with your team

Focused one-on-one meetings with your manager

Access to mentorship opportunities

Networking opportunities including access to Asian, Hispanic/Latinx, African American, women, LBTQ, Veteran and disability-focused Business Resource Groups

Access to learning content on Degreed and other informational platforms

Your ethics and integrity will be valued by a company with a strong and stable ethical business with industry leading pay and benefits

Conduct market and industry research

Deepen the understanding of the distribution organization and how we go to market

Become familiar with insurance-related products and services and a consultative business approach including but not limited to direct instruction, individual research, training, focused projects and practical application

Pay: $25/hr

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MassMutual is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply. Note: Veterans are welcome to apply, regardless of their discharge status.

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MassMutual will accept applications on an ongoing basis until such time as a candidate has been offered employment. The job description includes the main duties of this position, which may evolve over time. You may be required to perform other duties not listed.

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