2026 Business Strategy & Operations Summer Internship

New York Life • New York, NY

99d • $25

About The Position

The New York Life Summer Internship experience offers an exciting opportunity for rising juniors and seniors looking to gain exposure to a corporate environment. As part of your summer, you'll participate in learning and development activities, gaining insight into our business and how our company functions. The summer internship program also includes additional social and networking opportunities where you will be able to expand your network with peers, mentors and senior leaders. The Summer Internship opportunity is 10 weeks long, beginning Monday June 1st, 2026, and concluding Thursday, August 6, 2026. Interns will work on a hybrid schedule with Mondays and Fridays remotely. Internship opportunities may be located in: New York, NY, White Plains, NY or Jersey City, NJ. Location is dependent upon the exact team you are aligned to; however, you will be able to specify your preferences on the job application.

Requirements

• Must be enrolled at an accredited 4-year university or college with anticipated graduation date between December 2026 and May 2028.

Nice To Haves

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with tools like Tableau or other reporting platforms a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively in a team environment
• Coursework or interest in business, operations, management, or related fields
• Innovative mindset with strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Prior internship experience preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Join New York Life's Business Strategy & Operations pathway and gain hands-on experience contributing to initiatives that improve efficiency, strengthen operations, and support strategic decision-making.
• Support pilots and new initiatives designed to improve operations and customer experience.
• Document and refine business processes to create more efficient workflows.
• Analyze data to identify trends, pain points, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop presentations and reports that communicate insights and recommendations to stakeholders.

Benefits

• Salary range: $25/hour
• Overtime eligible: Nonexempt
• Discretionary bonus eligible: No
• Sales bonus eligible: No

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree