Now Recruiting  ·  Jeff Zachary State Farm

Start Your
Career
Here.

A paid, semester-based internship where you build real sales skills, earn performance bonuses, and get an inside look at the insurance business — all around your class schedule.

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Base Hourly Pay
$15/hr
Plus performance bonuses on top
Per Qualified Lead
$7.50
Paid bi-weekly, no cap
Hours Per Week
20hrs
Flexible around your schedule
Potential Weekly Earnings
~$412
Base + 15 qualified leads/week
Real Sales Experience Paid Internship Flexible Schedule Bonus Earnings Insurance Industry Career Launchpad Communication Skills Jeff Zachary State Farm Real Sales Experience Paid Internship Flexible Schedule Bonus Earnings Insurance Industry Career Launchpad Communication Skills Jeff Zachary State Farm
The Role

What You'll
Actually Do

You're the first point of contact for prospective customers. Your job is to start the conversation — compliantly, confidently, and with a script that works.

01
Outbound Prospecting
Make outbound calls to prospective households using Agency-approved scripts to identify interest in Auto + Home/Renters insurance.
02
Qualify & Connect
Identify decision-makers, confirm interest, and obtain permission for the Agency to provide a no-obligation quote.
03
Capture Lead Details
Log full contact info, current carriers, policy renewal dates, and consent confirmation — accurately and completely.
04
Stay Compliant
Follow Do-Not-Call rules and Agency procedures. Direct any coverage or pricing questions to our licensed team members.
05
Track Your Activity
Record all hours and calling activity in the Agency system. Consistent, accurate data is part of what makes a great lead.
06
Grow the Pipeline
Every qualified lead you hand off is a real household the Agency can help. You're not just making calls — you're building business.
Compensation

You Earn
What You Put In

Start with a competitive hourly base — then stack bonuses on every qualified lead you deliver. No cap. Paid bi-weekly.

Base Hourly Rate
$15/hr
Paid bi-weekly with standard W-2 withholdings. Up to 20 hours per week available.
Qualified Lead Bonus
$7.50
Per Verified Qualified Lead accepted by the Agency. Paid bi-weekly. No cap on how many you can earn.
Sample Weekly Earning Scenarios
Base only (20 hrs)
$300
+ 15 leads (min target)
~$412
+ 25 leads (strong week)
~$487
Expectations

What Good
Looks Like

We'll train you, coach you, and ramp you up. Here's what we're looking for once you're in the groove — hover each metric to learn more.

Ramp Period (Weeks 1–2)
1–2
Qualified leads per day during training. We'll show you the ropes before holding you to full targets.
Ongoing Lead Target
15+
Verified qualified leads per week (3/day) averaged over any rolling 2-week period.
Dials Per Hour
30–50
Activity standard tracked in the Agency system. Consistency is what drives results.
Decision-Maker Convos
40
Per week. Every conversation is a real opportunity — quality matters as much as volume.
Data Quality
100%
Lead records must be complete and accurate. Incomplete submissions don't qualify for bonuses.
If You Fall Short
Talk
We coach first. A written improvement plan is the next step — we want you to succeed.
Skills You'll Build

This Is Resume
Gold

Beyond the paycheck, this internship gives you a real edge when you're ready to enter any sales, business, or client-facing career.

📞
Cold-Call Confidence
Most people never learn to pick up the phone. You'll master it — and that skill opens doors everywhere.
🎯
Sales Qualification
Learn how to identify real prospects, handle objections gracefully, and move conversations forward.
🏢
Insurance Industry Exposure
Get inside one of the most stable, high-income industries in the country — from the ground floor.
📊
Data & CRM Discipline
Accurate data entry, lead tracking, and performance metrics — skills every employer values.
⚖️
Compliance Awareness
Do-Not-Call rules, consent requirements, and customer privacy — the backbone of any professional sales role.
🤝
Team & Agency Culture
Work alongside licensed agents and staff. See how a successful small business runs day to day.
Join the Team

Ready to Start
Earning?

Positions are limited and filled on a rolling basis. Visit our website and click the "I'm Hiring" tab to apply.

www.jeffzachary.net
→ click the I'M HIRING tab
Start
Semester-based, flexible
Hours
Up to 20 hrs/week
Pay
$15/hr + lead bonuses
Status
W-2 Employee