Resume Tips and Profile Cleanup
Finding your first insurance job can feel confusing, but there is a clear path you can follow. With a focused job search, a strong resume, and a professional online presence, you can stand out to hiring managers.
Where to Look for Your First Insurance Job
Start by targeting roles that are realistic for someone new to the industry. Many companies are willing to train beginners who show professionalism and strong soft skills.
- Search for titles like “claims trainee,” “entry-level claims adjuster,” “customer service representative – insurance,” “policy service representative,” or “underwriting assistant.”
- Use job boards, company career pages, and local agencies or adjuster firms in your area.
- Apply to roles that get you into the industry, even if they are support or administrative positions at first.
How to Present Your Experience
Even without direct insurance experience, you can highlight skills that transfer well into the industry. Focus on tasks that show you can handle customers, details, and pressure.
- Emphasize customer service, problem-solving, data entry, and working with upset customers.
- Show results with numbers, such as call volume handled or cash balanced.
- Include training, licenses, or certifications related to insurance, finance, or communication.
What to Include on Your Resume
Your resume should be clear, easy to read, and focused on skills that make you a strong beginner for an insurance role. Use simple formatting and short bullet points.
- Add contact info, location, a short professional summary, work experience, education, licenses, and skills.
- Place licenses and insurance-related training near the top of the page.
- Keep it to one page if you have less than ten years of experience.
What to Remove from Your Resume
Removing the wrong details can make your resume stronger and more focused. The goal is to show a clean, professional document that points to your fit for insurance.
- Remove unrelated hobbies, very old jobs that do not support your story, and personal data like age or marital status.
- Avoid photos, slang, jokes, or playful headings.
- Cut vague phrases and replace them with clear bullet points that describe what you did.
Cleaning Up LinkedIn and Other Profiles
Recruiters often look at LinkedIn and sometimes other social media before deciding to interview someone. Make sure your online image matches your resume.
- Use a professional headshot and a headline that mentions the kind of insurance role you want.
- Write a short About section that explains your interest in insurance and your main strengths.
- Hide or remove negative, aggressive, or controversial posts, especially complaints about past employers.
Managing Other Social Media Accounts
Public profiles on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok can affect how employers see you. Take time to clean them up before a job search.
- Check your privacy settings and limit what strangers can see.
- Delete posts that show poor judgment, offensive jokes, or constant drama and complaints.
- Share or keep content that reflects maturity, stability, and positive interests.
Making Yourself More Hireable
Once your resume and profiles are ready, focus on consistent action. Small, steady steps can help you break into the insurance industry faster.
- Connect with people who work in insurance and engage with their posts in a positive way.
- Comment on and share industry articles to show that you are learning.
- Apply regularly, track your applications, and follow up politely when appropriate.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find my first insurance job?
Look for entry-level roles that are designed for beginners, such as claims trainee or customer service representative for an insurance company. Use job boards, company websites, and local firms, and apply to positions that help you get into the industry, even if they are not your dream job yet.
What should I include on my insurance resume?
Include clear contact information, a short summary, relevant work experience, education, licenses, and skills. Highlight customer service, problem-solving, and any insurance-related training.
What should I remove from my resume?
Remove unrelated hobbies, very old or irrelevant jobs, and any personal details or photos. Keep your resume focused on professional experience and skills that support your move into insurance.
How should I adjust my LinkedIn profile?
Use a professional photo, a clear headline that shows your target role, and an About section that explains your interest in insurance. Make sure your job history matches your resume and clean up any negative or unprofessional posts.
Do employers really look at my other social media?
Many employers do check public profiles. Clean up or lock down content that might raise questions about your judgment, and keep what remains positive and professional.
