Launch a Career in the Dynamic World of Insurance Brokerage
March 23, 2026
At a Glance
Get paid, gain experience, and build your future. This two-year apprenticeship includes a degree pathway and a direct launch into the insurance brokerage industry. Learn more and apply today.
Get paid. Earn a degree. Start a real career.
This is a paid, two-year apprenticeship designed to launch you into the world of insurance brokerage, a fast-moving, relationship-driven business that helps people and companies protect what matters most.
Supported by The Council Foundation, this program is built to develop the next generation of industry leaders.
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Your Career Starts Here
The Insurance Brokerage Apprenticeship is a paid, full-time opportunity where you:
- Earn a salary from day one
- Work toward a college degree through Western Governors University (WGU)
- Gain real-world experience inside a professional insurance brokerage firm
- Build skills that can lead to long-term career growth
You will be hired by a participating employer and supported by mentors and industry professionals who want to see you succeed. No insurance experience is required—just curiosity, professionalism, and a willingness to learn.
This apprenticeship is sponsored by Jobs for the Future (JFF) and supported by leading industry partners committed to helping you build a meaningful career.
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What Is Insurance Brokerage?
Let’s break it down simply.
Insurance brokers help businesses and people prepare for the unexpected. They act as trusted advisors who help assess risk, compare coverage options, and secure insurance solutions that best fit their needs.
For example, when companies face risks—lawsuits, accidents, cyberattacks, natural disasters—brokers step in to:
- Understand the situation
- Explain options clearly
- Design smart protection strategies
- Advocate for their clients
Problem Solving
Strategy
Communication
Negotiation
Relationship-Building
Is this the right opportunity for you? If you enjoy helping people, thinking critically, and working in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, a career as an insurance broker could be a great fit!
You’ll Explore One of Two Career Paths
Property and Casualty
Insurance brokerages specializing in property and casualty insurance help protect homes and businesses from financial risk. In this track, you’ll learn how coverage works, how to assess exposures, and how to guide clients through claims and renewals.
Employee Benefits
Insurance brokerages specializing in employee benefits help companies design packages of health insurance and other benefits for their employees. In this track, you’ll learn how to compare options, explain complex plans clearly, and help employees make informed decisions about plans that best meet their needs.
Available tracks vary by city and open positions. Both tracks lead to industry-recognized credentials and offer opportunities for professional growth and development.
This isn’t just a job—it’s a career launchpad.
What the Apprenticeship Offers You
- A paid, full-time job
- An associate’s degree in business administration from WGU
- Industry-recognized credentials
- Mentorship from experienced professionals
- A chance to continue working toward a bachelor’s degree
You’ll graduate with experience, credentials, and real momentum. By the end of the two years, you won’t just understand the world of insurance brokerage—you’ll be ready to build a long-term career.
Who is this for?
- Recent high school graduates
- Career-changers
- Community college students
- Motivated learners ready for something bigger
Who is eligible?
You don’t need prior insurance experience, but you do need to meet these criteria:
- At least 18 years of age at the start of the program
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Eligible for enrollment in Western Governors University and prepared to complete the admissions application process
- Able to meet employer requirements for the role you’re hired into, including working on-site, if necessary (the format of the role—in-person, fully remote, or hybrid—will vary by employer)
JFF: A National Leader in Apprenticeship
Jobs for the Future’s Center for Apprenticeship & Work-Based Learning is a leader in expanding proven apprenticeship and work-based learning models to new industries and professions. By supporting the design of apprenticeship systems and programs, we connect youth and adults to training and education opportunities that lead to quality jobs and help businesses develop the skilled workforce they need to grow.
As the group sponsor of the Insurance Brokerage Apprenticeship, JFF brings deep expertise in designing high-quality, accessible programs and translating innovation into practical models that work for employers and apprentices nationwide.
Our Partners
The Insurance Brokerage Apprenticeship was built through a national partnership that aligns three organizations offering high-quality education, industry leadership, and apprenticeship design: WGU, The Council Foundation, and JFF.
Western Governors University
A leader in competency-based education, WGU provides a flexible degree that supports working learners.
The Council Foundation
As an industry leader, The Council Foundation is investing in the next generation of talent for the commercial insurance brokerage industry and helping strengthen pathways into professional careers.
Jobs for the Future
As the group sponsor, JFF brings deep apprenticeship expertise and the capacity to support program quality, implementation, and apprentice success.