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Internship Ship Broker Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Founding Operator

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$21 - $28/hr

Our client, a fast-growing AI startup transforming the $1.5T insurance brokerage industry, is ... ships without direction Nice to have * Prior internship or stint at a high-growth startup or tech ...

Founding Operator

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$21 - $28/hr

Our client, a fast-growing AI startup transforming the $1.5T insurance brokerage industry, is ... ships without direction Nice to have * Prior internship or stint at a high-growth startup or tech ...

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How much do internship ship broker jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship ship broker in the United States is $17.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Internship Ship Broker?

An Internship Ship Broker is a trainee or entry-level position in the maritime industry, where individuals learn how to act as intermediaries between ship owners and charterers who need to transport cargo. Interns work under experienced ship brokers to gain practical knowledge about shipping markets, negotiation, contracts, and logistics. This role is ideal for those interested in global trade, logistics, and the maritime sector, providing hands-on experience and industry exposure. Successful internship ship brokers often develop strong communication and analytical skills, which are crucial for a career in ship broking.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Internship Ship Broker, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Internship Ship Broker, you generally need strong analytical abilities, commercial awareness, and a foundational understanding of maritime trade, often supported by coursework in shipping, business, or logistics. Familiarity with industry-specific software like shipbroking platforms (e.g., ShipNet, IMOS) and proficiency in Microsoft Office are valuable, though formal certifications are less common at the internship level. Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills set standout candidates apart in this client-driven industry. These skills enable interns to effectively support shipbroking transactions, build industry contacts, and contribute to the fast-paced, detail-oriented nature of maritime trade.

What is the difference between Internship Ship Broker vs Ship Broker?

AspectInternship Ship BrokerShip Broker
CredentialsLimited or no certifications, on-the-job trainingRelevant certifications (e.g., maritime licenses), industry experience
Work EnvironmentTraining environment, entry-level tasksClient-facing, negotiation, deal-making
Employer & Industry UsageShipping companies, brokerages, maritime firmsShipping companies, freight forwarders, maritime brokers

In summary, an Internship Ship Broker is an entry-level position focused on learning and supporting ship brokerage activities, often without extensive certifications. A Ship Broker is a fully qualified professional responsible for negotiating and closing shipping deals, typically requiring relevant credentials and experience.

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Infographic showing various Internship Ship Broker job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $35,925 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

Sales Development Representative

Tailwind Insurance Systems

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago


Job description

About Tailwind
Tailwind is organizing the world's insurance information.
Insurance is one of the largest markets in the world, and it runs entirely on PDFs and antiquated infrastructure. We like it that way. While the industry takes years to roll out change, we ship in days.
Tailwind is backed by the earliest investors in financial infrastructure and technology titans Ramp ($23B), Robinhood ($100B) and Cognition ($10B), as well as over a dozen founders and leaders of billion dollar+ companies (including Segment, Newfront, Qualtrics, Cursor, etc) and even NBA champions.
About the Role
As a Sales Development Representative (SDR) focused on insurance brokers, you'll own the very top of our sales funnel.
This is a great role for someone hungry to break into SaaS sales, learn the commercial insurance space, and grow into senior sales or go-to-market roles as Tailwind scales.
What You'll Do
  • Research & prospect: Build targeted lists of insurance brokers using tools like LinkedIn Sales Navigator, and Apollo.
  • Outbound outreach: Run email, phone, and LinkedIn campaigns to engage brokers and book discovery calls.
  • Qualify leads: Quickly understand broker pain points and how Tailwind can help - then pass the most promising leads to the Sales team.
  • Collaborate with Sales & Marketing: Share broker feedback, refine messaging, and help shape our go-to-market motion.
  • Maintain pipeline hygiene: Track all activity and broker conversations in Salesforce.
  • Experiment & improve: Test new outreach sequences and messaging to drive higher connect rates with brokers.

What Makes You a Great Fit
  • 1-4 years of experience in sales, recruiting, or other customer-facing roles (internships count).
  • Excellent communication skills - you can write clear, engaging outreach and handle phone conversations confidently.
  • Curiosity about financial services or interest in learning about insurance.
  • Persistence and resourcefulness - you're comfortable doing research and trying new outreach tactics.
  • Experience with outreach tools (HubSpot, Apollo, Sales Navigator) a plus but not required.
  • Startup mindset: adaptable, fast-moving, eager to take ownership.
Why You Should Work Here
We're building a company and a culture that prides itself on creating huge value for customers, and creating it quickly.
Our core team has worked together 3 times now, hailing from Carta ($7B) and AppDirect ($2B) and includes veterans from Ramp, Apple, Salesforce and C3 AI - people who know what great product looks like, and what it takes to build it fast.
Tailwind is backed by the earliest investors in financial infrastructure and technology titans Ramp ($23B), Robinhood ($100B) and Cognition ($10B), as well as over a dozen founders and leaders of billion dollar+ companies (including Segment, Newfront, Qualtrics, Cursor, etc) and even NBA champions.
We're in-person at our beautiful offices 5 days per week in San Francisco (financial district) - velocity requires proximity. If you want to do the most meaningful work of your career, with an elite team, in a trillion dollar market, come join us.