Where to Look for Your First Insurance Job

You do not need years of experience to get started in insurance. Many companies are willing to train people who are serious, polite, and ready to learn.

• Search for roles like “claims trainee,” “entry-level claims adjuster,” “customer service representative – insurance,” “policy service representative,” or “underwriting assistant.”
• Use job boards, insurance company career pages, and local insurance agencies or adjusting firms in your area.
• Be open to support or administrative jobs in an insurance office. These jobs still teach you the language and systems of the industry.

How to Show Your Experience (Even If You Are New)

Even if you have never worked in insurance, you probably have skills that fit the work. Focus on tasks that show you can handle people, details, and stress.

• Highlight customer service, cash handling, answering phones, data entry, working with upset customers, or solving problems.
• Use numbers when you can, such as “answered 30–40 calls per shift,” “balanced the cash drawer every day,” or “helped customers fix billing problems.”
• List any licenses, insurance classes, online courses, or training in communication, computers, or finance.

What to Put on Your Insurance Resume

Your resume should be easy to read and show that you are a safe and dependable choice. A simple one-page resume is usually best when you are starting out.

• Include: your full name, phone number, email, city and state, a short 2–3 sentence summary, work experience, education, licenses/certifications, and skills.
• Put your insurance license and any insurance training near the top so hiring managers see it right away.
• Use short bullet points to describe what you did. Start each bullet with an action word like “helped,” “answered,” “organized,” or “trained.”

What to Remove From Your Resume

Sometimes the problem is not what you are missing, but what you kept. Removing the wrong details can make your resume look much more professional.

• Remove unrelated hobbies (for example, favorite video games) and very old jobs that do not show useful skills.
• Do not include personal details like age, marital status, religion, or photos of yourself.
• Avoid slang, jokes, or cute headings like “My Journey” or “Cool Stuff I Do.” Use simple headings like “Experience,” “Education,” and “Skills.”

Cleaning Up Your LinkedIn Profile

Employers often look at LinkedIn before calling you. Your profile should match your resume and show that you are ready for a professional job.

• Use a clear, friendly headshot. Dress in simple, neat clothing, and use a plain background if you can.
• Write a headline like “Entry-Level Insurance Professional,” “New Claims Trainee,” or “Licensed Insurance Adjuster Seeking Opportunity.”
• In the About section, explain in a few short sentences why you want to work in insurance and what you are good at (for example, listening, staying calm, learning new systems).

Music and Other Things to Avoid on LinkedIn

Your posts, videos, and links can help or hurt your job search. Some things that may seem fun to friends can look risky to employers.

• Do not share music videos or playlists with a lot of swearing, violent or hateful lyrics, or songs about drugs or crime on your LinkedIn feed.
• Avoid using loud or explicit songs in profile videos or “featured” videos. These can feel unprofessional, even if you like the music.
• Skip posting song lyrics that are very dark, angry, or crude as your status or headline.
• Do not share concert clips where people are clearly drunk, fighting, or acting out in a wild way.
• Avoid memes or jokes that attack groups of people, make fun of customers, or insult coworkers or bosses.
• Never post rants about your old job, such as calling a manager names or saying you “hate” your company.

If you want to share music, choose positive or inspiring songs and briefly explain what they taught you about hard work, focus, or teamwork. Keep these posts rare and make sure most of your content is related to learning and work.

Checking Your Other Social Media Accounts

Many employers will look at any public accounts they can find. You do not have to be perfect, but you should look responsible.

• On platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, tighten your privacy settings so only friends can see your personal posts.
• Delete or hide posts that show heavy partying, drug use, offensive jokes, or dangerous behavior.
• Avoid videos where you brag about skipping work, lying at work, or breaking rules.
• Keep or share content that shows positive hobbies, such as volunteering, sports, school events, or skills you are learning.

Making Yourself More Hireable

Once your resume and profiles are cleaned up, focus on steady action. Small steps every day will move you closer to your first insurance job.

• Connect with people who work in insurance, like adjusters, agents, and trainers, and leave positive, thoughtful comments on their posts.
• Share or react to simple industry articles, short training tips, or posts from your education provider, such as OLTraining.
• Set a weekly goal for how many jobs you will apply to and how many people you will reach out to for advice or networking.
• Be polite, be on time for interviews, and send short thank-you messages after meetings. These habits make you stand out, even as a beginner.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find my first insurance job?

Look for entry-level roles that are built for beginners, such as claims trainee or customer service representative in an insurance company. Use job boards, company websites, and local agencies or adjusting firms, and apply to jobs that help you get into the industry even if they are not your dream job yet.

What should I put on my insurance resume?

Put your basic contact details, a short summary, your work experience, education, licenses, and skills. Focus on customer service, computer skills, problem-solving, and any insurance training you have done.

What should I remove from my resume?

Take off personal details, photos, unrelated hobbies, and old jobs that do not help you. Keep the resume clean and focused on the work you can do now.

What kind of music or posts are not okay on LinkedIn?

Avoid songs and videos with a lot of swearing, violent or hateful lyrics, or content about drugs or crime. Also avoid angry rants, offensive jokes, and posts that insult people. These things can make employers think twice about hiring you.

Do employers really check my other social media?

Many employers do check. That is why it is smart to clean up or lock down any content that looks risky and keep public posts positive and respectful.