Business Intern (Summer 2027)

Unum Group•Chattanooga, TN

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Unum's summer internship program is a 10-week 'intern immersion' designed to allow participants to learn and grow while making a positive difference in people's lives. The program provides opportunities to be part of delivering financial protection benefits to millions of workers and families, while also shaping the intern's career. Interns will gain meaningful professional experience and deep insight into the insurance industry. After orientation, interns will join a business area and be assigned challenging project work with immediate business impact. They will work on collaborative projects and individual assignments to foster learning and professional growth. The program includes weekly workshops on professional development skills and business practices, as well as cross-functional business case challenges that culminate in a 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 contributing to 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

Earn college credit (School/Program Manager pre-approvals are required).

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.
Own individual work that will push you to learn and grow as a professional.
Participate in weekly workshops where they learn about professional development skills and how we do business.
Participate in cross functional business case challenges with other interns, to solve for real business needs.
Present end-of-summer presentations to key business leaders.
Participate in community service activities.
Work with the Office of Inclusion & Diversity to help advance Unum's inclusion journey.
Potentially be considered for full-time roles within corporate functional areas.