Sales Intern
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LocationWest Des Moines, Iowa
Work modeon-site
Typeinternship
SeniorityEntry
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedSep 14, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live3d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Well-rounded and self-motivated
Proficient communication and organizational skills
Demonstrated leadership abilities and a proactive approach to accomplishing tasks
Must be enrolled at an accredited college or university for Fall term 2027
Benefits
Professional development
Paid housing
About the company
We are driven to do more. More for our customers and the financial professionals who offer our products. If you are driven to do more and love the challenge of pursuing more, Athene is your kind of company. You will find we offer more than the basics to create an inclusive and dynamic work environment at our various locations.
Purpose:
Working at Athene is more than an internship — it’s a game changer for your career. Being an intern at Athene is seeing your idea come into fruition through collaborating with a team. It’s doing meaningful work with talented people. All internships are designed for you to create innovative solutions for our customers and the industry. Your internship is about making a difference in our communities. This is your chance to change the game with one of the leading retirement services companies in the United States.
Benefits
What you can expect as an Athene Intern:
Professional development
Social events
Networking events
Volunteer opportunities
Community involvement
Collaboration with other interns
Paid housing option (if eligible)
Hiring process
Internships will run from mid-May to early August
Interviews and hiring decisions expect to be completed prior to mid-November, with some being completed as early as late September. Qualified candidates must be enrolled at an accredited college or university for Fall term 2027.
Accountabilities:
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Complete structured training alongside the Internal Sales Support team to build knowledge of Athene’s annuity products, the financial services industry, internal systems, and sales-support processes.
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Apply training by assisting financial professionals and taking inbound calls once prepared to perform the responsibilities of an Internal Sales Specialist.
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Respond to product and process questions and assist with requests for illustrations, marketing materials, website resources, and other sales-support needs.
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Participate in product presentations and other development opportunities designed to strengthen communication, presentation, and industry knowledge.
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Support individual or team projects based on business needs and provide ideas or recommendations that may improve Sales processes, resources, or the overall customer experience.
Qualifications and Experience:
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Well-rounded and self-motivated
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Proficient communication and organizational skills
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Demonstrated leadership abilities and a proactive approach to accomplishing tasks
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Legal
Athene is committed to inclusion and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.