2027 Internal Audit Summer Internship Program
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The work we do has an impact on millions of lives, and you can be a part of it.
We help protect our customers against life’s uncertainties. Regardless of where you work within the company, you’ll be helping provide protection and peace of mind when our customers need it most.
Are you driven to succeed and eager to grow? Do you want to apply your classroom knowledge in a real-world business setting? Are you looking for opportunities to develop new skills and gain valuable experience? If your answer is “yes,” then Protective’s Summer Internship Program is perfect for you!
Our Internship Program is an annual 8-week program that provides high-performing college students with hands-on experience working with an organization that has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers in 2025. This program will include the opportunity to participate in personal mentoring and insight into our business operations. Interns will have the opportunity to collaborate with business leaders to develop and execute solutions to real business problems. In addition to gaining meaningful work experience, interns will have the opportunity to participate in various community and professional development events.
Program Details:
Duration: May 31st- July 30th, 2027
Location: Corporate Office in Birmingham, AL.
Student Criteria:
- Education: Undergraduate (Juniors and Seniors preferred) or Graduate students. Students must be actively enrolled in either an Undergraduate or Graduate degree program as of May 31st, 2027 to be eligible.
- Majors: IT, Data Analytics, Math, Accounting, or similar degrees.
Skills:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Analytical skills
- Comfort with Technology
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Positive attitude and the ability to learn quickly.
Activities:
- Relevant Work Projects: Interns will be assigned to projects that align with our Internal Audit team's goals. These projects will provide hands-on experience in compliance and risk auditing and the chance to apply academic knowledge to real-world business challenges. This intern's projects will include participating in audit discussions with business areas, testing controls, as well as analyzing the documentation of existing controls. Interns will work closely with their teams to deliver impactful results.
- Professional Development Training: Interns will attend workshops and training sessions focused on enhancing their professional skills. Topics may include resume building, interview techniques, leadership development, and industry-specific knowledge. These sessions aim to prepare interns for successful careers post-graduation.
- Networking with Leadership and Fellow Interns: Protective Life values the importance of building professional networks. Interns will have multiple opportunities to interact with company leaders through formal and informal events. Additionally, interns will collaborate with peers from different departments, fostering a sense of community and shared learning.
- Mentoring: Mentors will provide guidance, support, and feedback throughout the internship. Interns will have regular one-on-one meetings with their mentors to discuss progress, challenges, and career aspirations. This mentorship aims to foster professional growth, enhance skills, and build a strong foundation for future career success.
Selection Process:
- Application: Students apply to this posting and indicate their preferences through provided questions. Please provide an updated resume, including your anticipated graduation date.
- Qualification: Qualified candidates will be invited to interview.
- Selection Process: Our program receives a lot of interest, and our process starts early. Please be patient as it may take us several weeks to make initial contact with you
- Interviews: Candidates will be scheduled for an initial 15-minute interview with a recruiter, followed by 1-2 additional interviews with hiring managers.
Employee Benefits:
We aim to protect the wellbeing of our employees and their families with a broad benefits offering. In addition to offering comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance, we support emotional wellbeing through mental health benefits and an employee assistance program. Work/life balance is important and Protective offers a variety of paid time away benefits (e.g., paid time off, paid parental leave, short-term disability, and a cultural observance day). The financial health of our employees is just as important as physical and emotional health. Some of the financial wellbeing benefits include contributions to healthcare accounts, a pension plan, and a 401(k) plan with Company matching. All employees are encouraged to protect their overall wellbeing by engaging in ProHealth Rewards, Protective’s platform to improve wellbeing while earning cash rewards.
Eligibility for certain benefits may vary by position in accordance with the terms of the Company’s benefit plans.
Accommodations for Applicants with a Disability:
If you require an accommodation to complete the application and recruitment process due to a disability, please email eric.hess@protective.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application and recruitment process.
Please note that the above email is solely for individuals with disabilities requesting an accommodation. General employment questions should not be sent through this process.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to being inclusive and attracting, retaining, and growing an inclusive workforce.
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Resume/CV, Full name, Email, Phone, Current location, Current company, LinkedIn URL, GitHub URL, Portfolio/video resume URL, Other website
Short answers (2)
- What is your anticipated Graduation date? (Month, Year)
- What is your target compensation (salary and bonus)?
Pick from a list (7)
- What school do you currently attend? optional
- If you are hired as an summer intern will you need housing ?
- As part of any recruiting and hiring process, Protective collects and processes personal information relating to job applicants. The Company is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that information and to meeting its information protection obligations. In the recruitment and hiring process the “personal information” we collect includes: General Identifying and Contact Information (e.g., name, mailing address, phone number, email address), Employment History Information, Education History Information. Please be aware that the personal information you provide during the application process may be shared internally with employees of Protective as well as our designated third-party vendors for the purposes of the recruitment and hiring process, including contacting you regarding your application and assessing your qualifications for job openings with Protective. California applicants should review the state-specific notice provided in accordance with the California Privacy Rights Act. By clicking “Consent” below you understand and freely give your consent to Protective and our designated third-party vendors collecting and processing your personal information relating to your potential employment with Protective. Applicant Notice - California: As part of Protective’s commitment to transparency related to personal information, and in order to comply with the California Privacy Rights Act (“CPRA”), we are providing you with this disclosure regarding the categories of personal information we may collect from you and the purposes for which that information may be used. Information We Collect: In the recruitment and hiring process the categories of “personal information” we collect include: General Identifying and Contact Information (e.g., name, mailing address, phone number, email address), Employment History Information, Education History Information. Use of Personal Information: The personal information we collect during the application process is used to assess your qualifications for the purposes of the recruitment and hiring process, including contacting your regarding your application and assessing your qualifications for job openings with Protective. The personal information you provide will not be “sold to” or “shared with” a third-party as those terms are defined by the CPRA. The Company will not collect additional categories of personal information or use the personal information we collect for materially different, unrelated, or incompatible purposes without providing you notice. Retention of Information: Each of the categories of information you provide are subject to our internal policies on retaining employee and applicant information. These policies are based on applicable legal retention requirements for retaining personal information of applicants and/or employees. As part of our internal policies, we have a process in place to determine when this information is no longer needed and can be disposed of in a secure manner. Additional Information: For more information on your rights under the CPRA, please see the Company’s California Privacy Rights Act Policy. optional
- Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
- Do you now, or will you in the future, require immigration sponsorship for work authorization (e.g., H-1B)?
- Have you ever been employed with Protective or one of its affiliates?
- How did you hear about this opportunity? optional
Written answers (3)
- What is your major and minor/concentration?
- What business area are you most interested in supporting? (i.e. IT, Actuarial, Marketing, Operations, etc) optional
- Do you have any family members who are employed with Protective?