The Massachusetts Association of Insurance Agents is offering a full scholarship to individuals who are not currently working in the independent insurance industry and are interested in beginning a professional career in Personal Lines insurance. Program Overview Participants accepted into this scholarship program will complete the Insurance Career Pathway track, which includes: All New Agent Training coursework Property & Casualty licensing preparation (one state exam attempt included) Agency operations and agency management fundamentals Job-readiness support and professional development check-ins (meet-and-greets, shadowing, “day-in-the-life” experiences) Placement assistance with participating MAIA member agencies (employment not guaranteed) This six-month program provides a strong foundation in personal lines insurance coverages, prepares you to take the Massachusetts Property & Casualty licensing exam, introduces you to agency workflows and professional expectations, and offers career guidance after completion. The scholarship, valued at $2,000, covers program tuition, course materials, and the fee for one attempt at a P&C state licensing exam. Preferred Skill Sets Successful candidates generally demonstrate: Strong customer service orientation (interpersonal skills, empathy, patience) Effective verbal and written communication Solid problem-solving ability Attention to detail and accuracy Adaptability and resilience in learning new material Strong organizational skills Basic technical proficiency (Microsoft Office, emails, databases, online learning platforms) Entry Requirements To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must: I am at least 18 years of age; I have not committed any act that is a ground for denial, suspension or revocation set forth in section 162R (General Law - Part I, Title XXII, Chapter 175, Section 162R); When required by the commissioner, I have completed a prelicensing course of study for the lines of authority for which the person has applied; (Currently, Massachusetts does not require prelicensing for producers) I will/can pay the Massachusetts State licensing fees prescribed by section 14; (General Law - Part I, Title XXII, Chapter 175, Section 162L) I will take, and to be licensed, successfully pass the examinations for the lines of authority for which I apply; I am a US Citizen or have proper authority to work in the U.S.; I am not currently employed in the independent insurance industry; I am able to commit to completing the full program schedule within six months, including classroom sessions, virtual coursework, licensing exam preparation, and required check-ins; I will be available for a pre-admission interview; and I agree to the program’s attendance, professionalism, and completion requirements. Signature(Required)I agree and understand all of the Entry Requirements listed above…Name(Required) First Last Address(Required) Street Address Address Line 2 City AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific State ZIP Code Phone(Required)Email(Required) Resume Upload(Required)Accepted file types: docx, pdf, Max. file size: 20 MB. PDF or Word Document OnlyShort-Answer QuestionsPlease answer the following questions thoughtfully.Were you referred by someone or a business? If yes, please let us know who.(Required)What made you interested in pursuing a career in the insurance industry?(Required)Describe a challenge you’ve overcome and what you learned from it, OR an experience that shaped who you are today and why.(Required)How have you contributed to your community, and how do you hope to continue doing so?(Required)What are your career goals over the next 2–5 years, and how do you see this program helping you achieve them?(Required)Are you willing to participate in job placement assistance with MAIA member agencies?(Required) Yes No Employment is not guaranteed, but participation helps match graduates with agency opportunities.Commitment Fee A $150 commitment fee is required only after acceptance into the scholarship program. $150 will be refunded in full upon successful completion of the program (refund is based on program completion, not on passing the P&C licensing exam) The fee helps ensure applicants are committed to completing the whole program and reserves the participant’s seat. The scholarship covers the cost of one P&C licensing exam attempt. licensing exam attempt. If additional exam attempts are needed, the participant is responsible for subsequent exam fees. Acknowledgement(Required) I have read and understand the commitment fee details above. A $150 commitment fee is required only after acceptance into the scholarship program.Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
