CAREERS
Summer Internships: Secure Your Success
The Marshall+Sterling Internship Program offers you the opportunity to gain real-world experience and professional growth in the insurance and financial services industries through hands-on mentorship as part of our team. This program empowers you to make a real-world impact while building skills that will carry you into the next stage of your career.
Our Goals for Marshall+Sterling Internships
We want Marshall+Sterling internships to give you more than just work experience — we want it to help you shape your future with confidence and clarity.
During your time with us, we want you to:
- Understand how to navigate your career: Gain practical insight into what to look for when choosing a job, an employer, and a career path that truly fits your goals and values.
- Explore a wide range of career possibilities: From client service and sales to analytics, finance, technology, and operations, we want you to see just how many career paths are available to you.
- Build skills that set you apart: Develop communication, problem-solving, professionalism, and collaboration skills that will serve you in any industry.
- See how a career can be both meaningful and rewarding: Understand how insurance professionals build long-term careers that offer stability, growth, and the chance to make a real impact.
- Learn what long-term career growth looks like: Get introduced to traditional, stable career paths — as well as the professional designations that can lead to higher earning potential and leadership opportunities.
Building Your Future Together
- Meaningful Work: Work on real projects in areas such as Sales, Account Management, Client Services, or Corporate Operations (Marketing, Communications, IT/ISD).
- Mentorship & Support: You will be paired with experienced professionals who will guide you, answer questions, and help you develop your skills.
- Professional Development: From workshops to networking opportunities, we’ll help you build your resume and your confidence. Learn more about working at Marshall+Sterling.
- Team Environment: You’ll collaborate with colleagues across departments and have the opportunity to participate in company events, including engagement events, team lunches, company picnics, financial wellness webinars, and community service.
Marshall+Sterling Internship Program Details
Program duration: Nine weeks (June-August)
Locations: Marshall+Sterling offices in New York (Capital Region, Dutchess County), and U.S. Virgin Islands (no hybrid option)
Eligibility: Open to students and recent graduates from any field of study
Why Marshall+Sterling
Founded in 1864, Marshall+Sterling is a 100% employee-owned, national independent risk solutions partner committed to helping clients predict, prepare for, and preempt risk. As an intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience at a firm consistently recognized as one of the top 50 insurance brokers in the U.S., with exposure to a range of services including business and personal insurance, employee benefits, and wealth management. Marshall+Sterling offers interns meaningful work, real-world learning, and the opportunity to be part of a people-first organization where ownership, collaboration, and professional growth matter.
FAQs
Marshall+Sterling internships are open to current college students and recent graduates seeking hands-on professional experience. Eligibility requirements may vary by role, major, or graduation date and are listed in each internship job posting.
Do I need insurance or finance experience to apply?
No prior insurance or finance experience is required. Our internship program is designed for students who want to learn about the insurance and risk management industry. We provide training, mentorship, and on-the-job learning throughout the internship.
Is the Marshall+Sterling internship paid?
Yes. All Marshall+Sterling internships are paid. Compensation details are included in each internship posting on our careers page.
Internship application timelines vary by semester. Summer internship applications typically open in early spring, while fall and spring internships open several months in advance. Visit our Careers page for current internship openings.
After you apply, our recruiting team reviews applications and contacts selected candidates for interviews. The interview process usually includes one or two conversations, and hiring decisions are typically made within a few weeks.
Yes. Each intern will work closely with a manager who serves as your go-to mentor and partner during your time with us. Mentorship is a key part of the Marshall+Sterling internship experience.
Interns work on real projects, support client-focused teams, and gain hands-on experience in the insurance environment through teamwork and problem-solving in a professional setting. Responsibilities vary by department and are designed to build professional and practical skills.
Yes. Many full-time employees at Marshall+Sterling began their careers as interns. Strong-performing interns may be considered for future internship opportunities or full-time positions, depending on business needs.
To stand out, tailor your resume to the role, highlight relevant coursework or work experience, and clearly explain your interest in Marshall+Sterling. Strong communication skills, professionalism, and enthusiasm make a strong impression.
All internship opportunities are posted on our Careers page. To apply, submit your application online and follow the instructions listed in the job posting.
Be sure to follow us on Handshake to see what we’re working on and stay up to date on upcoming opportunities.
If you have questions about an internship opportunity, please contact internships@marshallsterling.com.