Intern - Employee Benefits (Paid - Summer 2024)

The Plexus Groupe - rewarded Best Places to Work in Insurance -is looking for candidates who dream big. We have an opening for an Intern - Employee Benefits Practice in our Deer Park, IL office.
We are seeking a candidate who is driven, introspective, quick, analytical, accurate, and friendly. If you enjoy challenging yourself and helping others, you will like working with us!
Summary:
As an Employee Benefits Intern, you will gain valuable real-world work experience from an insurance brokerage and risk management consultancy, with a national presence and an international reach. You will learn about employee benefit trends for organizations ranging from 100-5,000 employees across all industries. You will work with seasoned Client Coordinators and Client Managers on managing client questions, proposals, marketing, rate negotiations, sales and service support, including claims resolution.
The Plexus Groupe summer internship program will run from early June through early August 2024. Our intern cohort will work across various departments on team projects and cross-functional intern initiatives. Exact dates will be posted as we get closer to spring.
Each summer, Plexus nominates one intern, from our summer intern cohort, who will have the opportunity to participate in the Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers' (CIAB) scholarship program, to win a monetary award towards their college education.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Handles incoming calls from assigned clients regarding benefit questions, claim issues, eligibility, billing, and other support issues.
• Coordinates with medical and ancillary carriers to ensure the timely resolution of client issues.
• Market coverages for existing business renewals and new business. Marketing information includes gathering census and experience information, plan designs, rates, and previous carrier information.
• Reviews marketing options from carriers and provide plan options, based upon client needs, via a proposal spreadsheet.
• Works with carriers to ensure the timely processing of case submissions.
• Works with carriers to ensure ID cards are received by the client in a timely fashion.
• Supports Client Manager with enrollment materials, information, and presentations for meetings with clients.
• Supports other team members and takes calls when other team members are unavailable.
• Attends client meetings when necessary.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program is required. Majors in Insurance, Finance, or Business Administration is preferred.
• Candidates should be entering their junior or senior year of college.
• Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher.
• Be a self-starter.
• Possesses analytical / problem-solving skills.
• Learns quickly.
• Enjoys teamwork and cultivating relationships.
• Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Has work experience demonstrating strong technical and / or client service skills
• Has a passion for solving problems and sharing solutions to exceed the standards of the client.
• Possesses excellent Microsoft Excel skills, with intermediate knowledge of other Microsoft Office programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to perform primarily sedentary work, frequently using a computer (visual acuity, fine motor skills) and telephone (talking/hearing)
• Read, write, and communicate effectively
• Ability to lift and carry client files
• Handle the physical demands of travel

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:
This is a full-time temporary position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
At The Plexus Groupe, we believe in putting people first, focusing on value, service and lasting partnerships, providing authentic leadership, embracing a team approach to drive accountability and innovation, and delivering straight talk to our clients and employees. Learn more about why we are #ProudlyPlexus
The Plexus Groupe is recognized as a 2023 Top 100 U.S. Broker by Business Insurance. As a national insurance advisory firm backed by subject matter experts, innovative resources, and our own international network, we offer defined practice specialties in Employee Benefits, Property & Casualty, Private Client, Retirement Plans, and Benefit Administration Technology. The Plexus Groupe, a privately held firm, is headquartered in Deer Park, IL., with additional locations nationwide. The Plexus Groupe is an equal opportunity employer.