Business Intern (Summer 2027)

Unum•Portland, ME

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This 10-week summer internship program allows participants to gain meaningful professional experience and insight into the insurance industry while contributing to financial protection benefits for workers and families. Interns will be assigned challenging project work within departments such as Finance, Communications, Human Resources, and Underwriting, contributing to immediate business impact. The program includes weekly workshops on professional development and business practices, cross-functional business case challenges, and an end-of-summer presentation to key business leaders. Interns are typically placed with a specific corporate function team in early spring. The program aims to develop professional skills and provide hands-on experience for personal and professional growth.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited college degree program or be a Spring 2027 graduate.
3.0 GPA.
Demonstrated leadership abilities and on-campus involvement.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Demonstrated ability to think both strategically and tactically.
Proficiency in MS Word and Excel software applications.
Ability to work independently and be self-directed on project work.
Excellent communication skills.
Available to work 40 hours per week during regular business hours.
Adhere to Unum's hybrid work policy.

Nice To Haves

Top summer interns may be considered for full-time roles within corporate functional areas.

Responsibilities

Enhance business acumen.
Gain meaningful professional experience.
Acquire deep insight into the insurance industry.
Be assigned meaningful, challenging project work with immediate impact on the business.
Work on collaborative projects and individual work to learn and grow as a professional.
Participate in weekly workshops on professional development skills and business practices.
Participate in cross-functional business case challenges with other interns to solve real business needs.
Deliver an end-of-summer presentation to key business leaders.
Support organizations through community service activities.
Work with the Office of Inclusion & Diversity to help advance Unum's inclusion journey.
Potentially earn college credit (with pre-approvals).

Benefits

Award-winning culture
Inclusion and diversity as a priority
Performance Based Incentive Plans
Competitive benefits package that includes: Health, Vision, Dental, Short & Long-Term Disability
Generous PTO (including paid time to volunteer!)
Up to 9.5% 401(k) employer contribution
Mental health support
Career advancement opportunities
Student loan repayment options
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible work environments
Lump-sum bonus to help with housing costs