Business Development Trainee - 2026 Graduate Development Program

Great American Insurance Group

Richfield, MN

Internship

Intern

1 day ago

Job Description

About the Role

National Interstate, a member of Great American Insurance Group, is a leading commercial transportation insurer offering risk financing solutions across all 50 states. The company specializes in niche transportation markets, including traditional insurance and alternative risk transfer programs, and values integrity, transparency, fairness, accountability, empowerment, and collaboration. The Business Development Trainee role is part of the Ignition Graduate Development Program, which provides recent graduates with comprehensive training and immersion in the company's culture and operations, focusing on developing professional skills and understanding of the business model.

Key Responsibilities

Develops skill and knowledge in conducting market research and networking to identify trends, customer needs, and the competitive landscape.
Learns to create and execute marketing campaigns across various channels, including digital, print, and social media.
Participates in engaging with existing and prospective new customers to build relationships to achieve the division's targeted profit goals.
Assists in creating compelling marketing content, including blog posts, social media updates, newsletters, and promotional materials.
Learns to monitor and analyze the performance of marketing activities and campaigns, including tracking statistics on prospect lists, hit ratios, business retention, and new business production.
May assist in supporting underwriting in fact gathering, underwriting, and pricing of renewals.
May assist in preparing reports to analyze and develop existing business profile/mix and the quality and quantity of new business.
Develops skills to promote additional coverage/programs to existing accounts and achieve premium development and retention/persistency goals.
May assist with coordinating/transferring books of business and ongoing contract management.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field or equivalent experience.
Participates in a formal training program for 6 months to a year.
Works under close supervision and technical direction.
Developing understanding of marketing principles and practices.
Works on assignments of low technical complexity.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Gaining proficiency in marketing software and tools, such as CRM systems, email marketing platforms, and social media management tools.
Demonstrates foundational analytical skills and attention to detail.
Position may require day and overnight travel (10-20%) to visit agents, brokers, or clients.
Position may learn to prospect and solicit new agents or clients; typically, has no or limited underwriting authority.

Nice to Have

Experience with marketing software and tools.
Ability to build customer relationships using communication skills.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field or equivalent experience.

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Total Rewards package including medical, dental, and vision plans starting on day one.
Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and commuter benefits.
Employee stock purchase plan, education reimbursement, paid parental leave/adoption assistance.
401(k) plan with company match.

Working at Great American Insurance Group

The company values integrity, transparency, fairness, accountability, empowerment, and collaboration. It fosters an inclusive workplace where employees feel empowered and enabled to perform at their best, emphasizing teamwork, professional development, and a supportive environment.

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