UnitedHealth Group - Sales Internship, application via RippleMatch at RippleMatch Opportunities

Englewood, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Feb, 26

Salary

32.0

Posted On

05 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sales Skills, Presentation Skills, Communication Skills, Technical Skills, Networking, Teamwork, Customer Service, Health Insurance Knowledge

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

This role is with UnitedHealth Group. UnitedHealth Group uses RippleMatch to find top talent. Internships at UnitedHealth Group. If you want an intern experience that will dramatically shape your career, consider a company that’s dramatically shaping our entire health care system. UnitedHealth Group internship opportunities will provide a hands-on view of a rapidly evolving, incredibly challenging marketplace of ideas, products and services. You’ll work side by side with some of the smartest people in the business on assignments that matter. So here we are. You have a lot to learn. We have a lot to do. It’s the perfect storm. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. UnitedHealth Group offers a portfolio of products through two distinct platforms: United HealthCare (health benefits) and Optum (health services). At United HealthCare Medicare & Retirement, we serve the fastest growing segment of our nation’s population – 50 and older. And we’re doing it with an intense amount of dedication. Up for the challenge of a lifetime? Join a team of the best and the brightest to find bold new ways to proactively improve the health and quality of life of our 9 million customers. You’ll find a wealth of dynamic opportunities within our Early Careers Sales Internship Program – you will grow and develop while at the same time working together as a team to strengthen our health care system. We offer a growth-based culture with extraordinary opportunities and succeed by staying true to our mission to make health care work effectively and efficiently for seniors. This is a full-time paid in-person internship position and will be available starting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 UnitedHealth Group is not able to offer visa sponsorship now or in the future for this position Position Overview: Participate in a 10-week internship program that includes a comprehensive and structured training curriculum. This will include training on the Medicare business, to serve Medicare eligible members and prospects looking for health care coverage Experience to include networking opportunities, basic technical skills training, speaker series, and additional enrichment activities throughout the summer program Develop and refine selling and presentation skills through selling competitions, simulated practice, projects and job shadowing Exposure to our end-to-end sales process, health insurance, our consumer base and the role that our organization plays in the market Gain an understanding of the Direct-to-Consumer Sales model, and the role it plays in overall distribution Support agent interactions by assisting with inquiries and providing relevant information and resources, either directly or through collaborative team efforts. This provides hands on exposure to sales and sales support processes and contributes to delivering a high-quality agent experience that may lead to an enrollment into a UHC plan Program Features: Gain company and industry knowledge Enhance communication and presentation skills Learn and understand different working styles Learn and live our corporate culture and values Gain access to and effectively utilize a very comprehensive repository of online self-development tools and resources Develop essential soft skills for long term success After successful completion of the internship program, opportunity for continued part-time employment may exist until December 2026. You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university during the duration of the internship. Internships are not intended for graduating seniors Rising Senior during the summer of 2026 Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment-based work authorization (F-1 students with practical training and candidates requiring H-1Bs, TNs, etc. will not be considered) Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $18.00 to $32.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug – free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Responsibilities

Participate in a 10-week internship program that includes training on the Medicare business and exposure to the sales process. Support agent interactions and assist with inquiries to provide a high-quality agent experience.