Summer 2027 Intern - Innovation Group - Corporate & Business Development Analyst

State Farm • Bloomington, IL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Being good neighbors – helping people, investing in our communities, and making the world a better place – is who we are at State Farm. It is at the core of how we operate and the reason for our success. We're moving with urgency to become a Next Gen Good Neighbor, with technology that strengthens human connections and enhances the customer experience. As an employee, you'll spend less time navigating systems and more time applying judgment, empathy, and expertise in the moments that matter most.

Grow Your Skills, Grow Your Potential

As a member of the B2B Business Development team in Innovation Group, you will be challenged and empowered to grow professionally. This analyst position will support the alignment execution of Business Development and Corporate Development initiatives, enabling State Farm to best access customers through supported alternative approaches and products.

Requirements

• Current 2029 and 2030 graduating class majoring in business (e.g., marketing, finance, business administration) communications (e.g., journalism, communications, writing) or related majors.
• GPA 3.5/4.0 preferred qualification
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to organize information, identify key takeaways, make connections, and develop logical conclusions.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including attention to detail, synthesizing information, clearly conveying insights, and tailoring communication to different audiences.
• Interpersonal and collaboration skills, including the ability to foster productive relationships, ask thoughtful questions, incorporate feedback, and work effectively with others.
• Organizational skills, including prioritization, time management, attention to detail, managing multiple assignments, and follow-through.
• Learning agility and resourcefulness, including comfort with ambiguity, the ability to learn unfamiliar topics quickly, and proactively using available information, tools, and resources to move work forward.
• Current college Sophomore or Freshman who will graduate in 2029 or 2030.
• Students who apply MUST be returning to school for at least one semester following the summer internship.
• Selected interns must reside within the continental U.S. for the duration of the summer internship.
• Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience analyzing data and synthesizing key insights.
• Exposure to business, strategy, finance, marketing, economics, insurance, or related coursework or experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the alignment execution of Business Development and Corporate Development initiatives.
• Enable State Farm to best access customers through supported alternative approaches and products.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Relaxed dress code
• Real-world experience with meaningful impact you can leverage for your future career
• An opportunity to learn and network with industry-leading influencers
• Opportunities to work with cutting edge technologies and business models
• A learning culture: Mentoring and Development to help you succeed
• Volunteer opportunities to give back to the community
• Diversity and Inclusion initiatives
• 40 hours of Life Leave
• Military Leave
• 401(K) Savings Plan (Eligible at age 18)
• Mutual Funds (Eligible at age 18)
• Commuter Benefits
• Wellness programs
• US Discount program
• Good Neighbor Grant program
• Matching Gift program
• Employee Assistance Fund
• Company Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed